It’s common for someone who just discovered Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in his 30s and 40s to get intimidated. They’d usually ask the question: how old is too old to start Jiu Jitsu? The reason why people ask this question is because of the number of young and talented competitors today. Today’s BJJ competition scene is … Read more
One of the keys to the success of Brazilian jiu-jitsu in MMA events is its emphasis on attaining and maintaining good positions. By doing this, we can negate our opponents’ offensive efforts and set up our offense. This is a very high percentage approach to fighting. This article will examine the BJJ positional hierarchy and … Read more
It’s a general rule in BJJ that you should avoid exposing your back. However, modern BJJ is designed to break the rules and that’s what makes the turtle guard an interesting position. What is turtle in BJJ and is it the same in judo? Is it a good or a bad position? What are your … Read more
So you have decided to practice Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or you’re considering doing so, and you want to know how long to get your first stripe in BJJ. This article will answer your question on how long it generally takes to get your first stripe in BJJ. It is common for new students to anticipate climbing … Read more
All great athletes and world beaters have one thing in common; it took them years and years of blood, sweat, sacrifices and hard work to become an overnight success. There is no shortcut to mastering an art, especially one which will push you to the limit, throw you out of your comfort zone and into … Read more
Keeping yourself physically active has many benefits for your body and mental well-being. When we train regularly we reduce our body fat and our blood pressure. In addition, our muscles work hard, leading to muscle growth. Taking up a martial art like Jiu-jitsu will positively impact your health and help you get into your desired … Read more
The old UFC belt looks a lot different than the one used by champions today. Its appearance transformed along with the organization in the past decades. The present day UFC is the biggest and the most prestigious league in MMA. The organization featured the best lineup of champions from the lightest to the heaviest divisions. … Read more
BJJ is a wonderful martial arts practice that has evolved into one of the most well-known combat sports. Many combatants, practitioners, and fans regard Jiu-Jitsu as the ultimate art for defending yourself in a fight. BJJ is a subtle chess match that involves using leverage and weight distribution. Competitors want to find the right moments … Read more