Sean O’Malley On Competing In BJJ: “It’s Important To Feel Those Nerves”
May 17, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Do you compete? Sure, you might not have aspirations to become a professional BJJ athlete… But competing could greatly improve not just the quality of your Jiu-Jitsu, but also of your mindset....
Josh Hinger: “You’ll Always Have Competition Nerves”
May 19, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
How do you get rid of competition nerves? How do you neutralize them, so that you can roll in competition with the same light-heartedness as you do in training? Well, sorry to break it to you…...
BJJ World Champion Tip: Overcome Competition Nerves by Pretending You are Someone Else
Jan 07, 2021BJJEE
I was listening to a BJJ podcast and this world champion said that to deal with competition nerves, they would switch to their alter ego which was a ruthless and fierce version of themselves. Another...
Dealing With Nerves in BJJ Competitions
Jan 13, 2020grappler z
BJJ competitors may develop extreme anxiety before competitions, sometimes to the point of getting physically sick a couple days before a big match. This is not the most auspicious way to tackle a...
Roger Gracie Interview w/ BJJEE.com, Next MMA Fight, Love for BJJ, Dealing with nerves
Nov 27, 2014BJJEE
10x BJJ black belt world champion Roger Gracie talked with Guillaume Huni of BJJ Eastern Europe about his upcoming MMA fight at One FC vs James McSweeney, about his love for BJJ,...
Kit Dale Gives Good Advice On Dealing With Nerves & How To Prepare For Competition (part1)
Jan 29, 2014BJJEE
BJJ black belt and world class competitor Kit Dale talks about his own experience on how to deal with nerves and how to prepare for BJJ competition: Some good advice:
Destroy Anxiety Before BJJ Competition With These 2 Mindset Shifts
Apr 17, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Dealing with pre-competition anxiety in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) or any sport can indeed be challenging, but the two mindset shifts you outlined can be very effective. Here’s how to implement and...
The Questions You Need Ask Yourself When You Lose a Jiu-Jitsu Match
Apr 11, 2024John Brashear
What could I have done differently? It’s the obvious question to ask, but answering it honestly requires an objective self-analysis that a lot of people would rather not do. Still, if you want to...
What You Should Know Before You Start Rolling in BJJ
Apr 11, 2024BJJEE
GGuest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...
Garry Tonon: “No ‘Self Defense’ Art Is Useful Without Near 100% Resistance Sparring”
Apr 08, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
You know those people who train “self defense” with moves at around 10% of full speed? Yeah, you know at least one person like that – and doesn’t it get on your nerves that...
Why Are You A BJJ Blue Belt For Such A Long Time?
Mar 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
It might’ve been a while since you were promoted to a BJJ blue belt… And it’s, kind of, getting on your nerves. More than anything, you’re confused; even though you’re...
How to Go From Local Champion to BJJ World Champion: Unlock The Secrets To Success
Mar 28, 2024BJJEE
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a martial art that combines technique, strategy, and sheer willpower, has evolved into a highly competitive sport, with athletes vying for global recognition. If you dream of...
Coach Firas Zahabi’s Method for Not Getting Nervous Fighting in Front of a Crowd
Mar 19, 2024BJJEE
How do you feel before a BJJ match, especially in front of a crowd? Nervous, anxious… Emotional and stressed out? If that’s the case, then you’re probably thinking way too much. And you should...
Best Way to Overcome Jiu-Jitsu Competition Anxiety
Mar 15, 2024BJJEE
Written by Gile Huni., a 3rd degree BJJ black belt and head instructor at Kimura BJJ Serbia Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitions can be nerve-wracking, even for experienced practitioners. It’s...
Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida: “BJJ Competition More Stressful than MMA”
Feb 09, 2024BJJEE
Seasoned athlete Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida recently revealed an insightful perspective. He stated that competing in mixed martial arts brings less pressure compared to his traditional...
Managing Pre-Competition Nervousness in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Dec 01, 2023BJJEE
Competition can be a significant source of stress for many athletes. However, it is important to remember that competition serves to help athletes evolve and continuously improve in their chosen...
Nicky Ryan Reveals How He Tore His ACL: “I Couldn’t Do A Full Squat”
Mar 11, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Nicky Ryan hasn’t had luck with injuries over the last few years. Specifically, with knee injuries… And around one week prior to ADCC 2022, he suffered one of the worst possible injuries...
Struggles of a Female BJJ White Belt: Sweaty & Hairy Guys, Smelly Gis
Nov 07, 2022Ignacio Falco
Sweaty guys, hairy chests, smelly Gis, and close spaces. Your academy certainly has the perfect ingredients to scare away every woman in town. That’s right! Jiu-Jitsu can certainly be intimidating...
Mikey Musumeci On Dealing With Competition Fear: “It’s A Blessing”
Nov 02, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you’ve ever competed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (or in anything else, for that matter), then you know how the nerves can kick in. How the fear of losing can come rushing in… And it’s...
William Tackett: “Ever Since I Was A Kid, My Dream Was To Win The ADCC”
Sep 13, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
William Tackett, 21 years old, has won the recent ADCC West Coast Trials – and will soon compete in his first ever ADCC World Championships (77kg division). But here’s what’s so...
[Watch] Referee Stands Up Fight During A Buggy Choke Attempt
Aug 03, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
“Stand ‘em up!” Yeah, you’re probably familiar with that oh-so-annoying chant. It’s been a staple in a part of the MMA community for quite a while, yelled out when they get bored from...
How To Overcome The Pressure Of Competition In BJJ
Jun 20, 2022BJJEE
Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...
4 Topical Ways to Reduce Pain on Your Own
Jun 20, 2022BJJEE
Injured yourself while sparring? Sore from working out? These spots of pain can be annoying, especially when you’re trying to get back into your normal lifestyle. If ingestible pain relievers...
Isometric Exercise: What It Is And 10 Examples
Jun 14, 2022BJJEE
Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...
