The Big the Bad and the Bully
We’ve all seen the video of the kid who stood up to his bully. A lot may have found the video rather amusing; where the bullied slams the bully faced …
5 Great Methods of Physical Conditioning for BJJ
In one of my previous articles on GB Blog, the #3 tip was to do some sort of physical conditioning to maximize your progress in bjj. Let’s expand on that …
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Position Before Submission
3 Ways this advice can help your submission game. This is one of the pieces of jiu-jitsu wisdom that is communicated to new students at the bjj academy early in …
5 Unwritten Rules of Bjj Etiquette
Many bjj training academies may have a list of rules of the academy posted on the wall for the safety of the students and the harmonious atmosphere of the academy. Just …
Just Do it!
The Power of Doing So Nike has had the tagline for the past 3 decades. It has proven to be very effective. Those 3 powerful words sum up one of …
What Our Self-Image Can Do To Our BJJ
Thinking about Quitting BJJ? Before you do? Read on! What is Your Self-Image? Remember the time when you were just a little boy who enjoyed make-believe games? Where you wrapped …
4 Ways to be a Good Partner in Bjj Class
The majority of the time in any bjj class, you will be working together with a training partner. During the technique portion of the class you will drill the techniques demonstrated …
Talent Doesn't Always Win the Game
While not everyone is lucky enough to win the genetics lottery – bestowed with awesome physique, height, strength, an overly active / reactive senses / or mutant powers (Ok, scratch that. Mutant powers …
3 Tips to Correct Weaknesses in Your Game
As your own game develops in brazilian jiu-jitsu, you will get very strong in certain positions and experience your best success using your favorite techniques. The opposite side of the equation …
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GB Weekly Training Plan for 10/27 – 11/02
GB WTP Week 07 Since 1986 Gracie Barra has been shattering records, innovating and contributing to the expansion and professionalization of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We are a worldwide community of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners …
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