If you’re not currently in peak physical shape, then Jiu-Jitsu would be perfect for you. Unlike many other forms of cardio, Jiu-Jitsu is incredibly mentally stimulating, and a lot of fun. This means it will likely keep you motivated to train, even when you don’t want to. Greater Me...
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Until famous combat fighters come along and claim they've used Kung Fu techniques in the cage, the general mainstream public will still cling onto the primitive thinking that belonged to the year 2000's - the belief that MMA only consists of Boxing, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai....
and I helped him when he expanded the gym. At the time, Greg and I had a fighter from Ireland coming out to stay with us, and Will offered to let him train at Martinez while he was here. Greg and I quickly became good friends with Will. Greg started jiu jitsu training...
Cardio is and will always be one of the most important attributes a fighter can have. Conversely, poor cardio can end up being one of the biggest obstacles in a…
AdequateWarm-Up: Proper warm-up prepares your muscles andcardiovascularsystem for the upcoming exertion. Stretching can be an effective way to prepare your muscles for strenuous exercise, leading to less muscle fatigue afterward. Balanced Workout Plan: Incorporate a mix ofstrength training,cardio, and...
BJJ, Jiu Jitsu, Mindset 3 Truths about BJJ The journey of BJJ is arduous, long, and not so linear. In fact, the saying is 90% of white belts quit before making it to blue belt. The odds are just as bad from blue belt to purple. I’m still a (long-time) white belt but I’...
my son is 29. For the last 10 years, he has had gradual sleep deprivation because of incontrollable anxiety at night (never during the day). In the last 2 years, his new physician and his (first) psychiatrist have diagnosed that his adrenaline functions like if he was running on a trea...
How to do it: Straddle a pillow like you’re in the mount position from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or mixed martial arts. (Or another frame of reference if you’d prefer. You do you.) Start hitting the pillow. Continue for as long as you want to. Or can. ...
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