John Michael

Regular physical activity is crucial to improving muscle strength and endurance and ensuring your cardiovascular system functions optimally. But all these won’t suffice in times of trouble. Jiu-Jitsu is an ancient martial art practice that combines fitness with self-defense. The common ones include Japanese and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu involves getting your opponent to the … Read more

A lot of people struggle to lose their excess weight. Some don’t get to see results after trying different boring programs and strict diets. The good news is that martial arts are a fun alternative to weight loss programs you see in the gym. While others enter a BJJ gym for self-defense or because they … Read more

Sacramento, California is known mostly as the “Farm-to-Fork” capital. Aside from its historical spots, hip breweries, and good food, the city is also known for its vibrant BJJ culture. And whether you’re visiting or you’re planning to move to the city for good, we’ll cover the 10 best academies where you can train jiu jitsu … Read more

Tourists love Portland, Oregon for its scenic spots. However, for grapplers, Portland is a great city because of its vibrant BJJ culture. Ever wondered where you can find a good BJJ Gym in the city? Whether you’re planning to transfer to Portland for good or you’re just visiting for the next days or weeks, there … Read more

There are plenty of good spots where you can do jiu jitsu in Seattle. Some offer better rates than others, while others have a better kids program compared to nearby academies. The good news is that Seattle has BJJ schools for all types of practitioners.  Whether you’re someone new or someone who is a serious … Read more

The best way to become technical in BJJ is to learn with the gi. Having a gi allows you to work your technique and not over-rely on explosiveness, speed, and strength. One of the most common questions by novice BJJ practitioners is how much does a gi cost? A quick search online and you might … Read more

From Gordon Ryan to Stephan Bonnar, staph infection is quite rampant in the grappling and MMA worlds. Unfortunately, getting a staph infection BJJ could be your worst day at the gym. It could land you in a hospital or even deal with death. In some cases, staph infection could lead to sepsis. There is also … Read more

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

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