I was smashed, humbled, and hooked after my first BJJ class! Every day, more and more people around the world decide to start training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. They hear from friends or family about all the physical and mental benefits it offers — and yeah, that part’s true. BJJ is awesome. But here’s the problem: A […]
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“I never expected Jiu-Jitsu to be my way of making new friends, but it changed everything.” Hey, I’m Emily; after relocating to a new city, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu helped me find community. I relocated to a new city for work around one year ago. The fresh start delighted me, but I had no idea how lonely
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Dive into the essentials of scoring in Brazilian jiu-jitsu with our ultimate guide. Learn how points are awarded in competitions like IBJJF, ADCC, and NAGA, and discover strategies to dominate on the mats. Perfect for beginners and seasoned competitors alike!
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Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a grappling style of martial arts that has many guards, such as the K-Guard. Many grapplers, especially leglock attackers, use this position because it is quick and easy to hide. This great guard is something you have probably seen Lachlan Giles, Craig Jones, and other top BJJ competitors use. K Guard Explained
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Resistance bands are a good BJJ warm-up without much equipment. They are lightweight and convenient for targeting specific muscles. Warming up muscles and joints before rolling or sparring improves mobility and prevents injuries. Lucas Lepri, a BJJ legend, has created a great full-body resistance band program for all levels. These exercises build functional strength, mobility,
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“I thought my health was sliding away, but Jiu-Jitsu helped me take it back.” Hi Carlos, this is how Jiu-Jitsu helped me recover my health from years of letting it slide. My health started to deteriorate when I reached the middle of forty-years. Though years of negligence caught up with me, I had always been
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You are on the ground, and the grip of your opponent closes on your collar. Instinct tells you to punch, but space is limited. Rather, you move, break free from the grip, and lock in a choke. This is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)—winning without a blow. Although at first glance Karate and BJJ seem similar, their
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Martial arts enthusiasts who also have a flair for unique style, rejoice! The Sanabul Ronin Jiu Jitsu Compression Shirt provides the functionality needed for intense training. It also features an anime-inspired design that stands out both in and out of the gym. Sanabul Ronin Short Sleeve Jiu Jitsu Compression Shirt This compression shirt is more
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“I thought my life was on autopilot, but Jiu-Jitsu woke me up.” Hey, I’m Matt, and this is how Jiu-Jitsu helped me break out of a bad routine and find a fresh sense of purpose. For years, my life was stuck in a routine that felt more like a rut. I’d wake up, go to
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“I used to avoid challenges because of fear, but Jiu-Jitsu changed that.” Hey, I’m Sarah, and this is how Jiu-Jitsu taught me to embrace failure and grow from it. For most of my life, I had this deep fear of failure. It wasn’t that I didn’t try new things—I did. But if something seemed too
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