A Look Through my Lens: IBJJF Worlds 2015
Last month the IBJJF World Championships were held at the Walter Pyramid in Long Beach. Gracie Barra competitors from all over the world represented the red shield. I am proud …
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MAY LACK OF SLEEP MESS UP YOUR TRAINING?
With our busy routines, it is normal to see people complaining of fatigue, sleepiness and headaches. Despite the extremely tight routine being the trend of contemporary societies, those who love jiu-jitsu …
Healthier Eating – Special Diet Required
One of the most popular questions that budding bjj artists ask is if there is a special diet that will work best for athletes. And if there are, then what …
The Magic of Visualization
Have you ever heard of The Secret? No. We are not going to talk about how the law of attraction will work on your BJJ. Or how the universe will …
Jiu-Jitsu Superstitions: Washing the Belt
Athletes can be among some of the most superstitious people when it comes to playing their sport. For example, Michael Jordon wore his University of North Carolina shorts under his …
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The Perfect Week: 7 Straight Days of BJJ
I have a typical 9-5 job and go to school at night. Like so many people I love Jiu-Jitsu enough to make time to train about 3 times a week. …
4 Benefits of Jiu-Jitsu for Students
This is one of the most dreaded times of the year for many students. Summer break is over which means students will be heading back to school. For most students, …
5 Extra Things That You Can Do to Help Your BJJ
What can I do outside of the regular jiu-jitsu classes to maximize my progress?1) Green Smoothies Athletes having to eat well is not exactly news to most students of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. …
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Coconut Water: Nature vs. Science
I learned all about armbars and triangles as a white belt in Jiu-Jitsu. I also remember being told that there were two things every Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu student needs to try; …
Why I Wear a Mouth Guard
Why I Wear a Mouth Guard Safety should be a top priority at any Jiu-Jitsu academy. This means having safe training partners, a clean training environment, and protective gear when …