UFC Veteran Explains Why Makhachev’s Success Comes From Judo
Dec 26, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Manny Gamburyan believes most fans misunderstood one of the most technical aspects of Islam Makhachev’s fight with Arman Tsarukyan – and it has nothing to do with wrestling. Appearing on the...
Teddy Riner Credits Mental Training For Up To 70% Of His Success: “You Must Be An Actor…”
Oct 20, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
For three-time Olympic champion and 11-time world titleholder Teddy Riner, greatness on the tatami is built as much in the mind as in the body. In a recent interview, the French judo legend revealed...
UFC’s Beneil Dariush Shares His Secret To Success: “Put The Phone Down”
Oct 16, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Beneil Dariush has found a simple solution to balancing life as a fighter, husband, and father of two – putting the phone down. After suffering back-to-back first-round knockout losses, Dariush...
The Brutal Truth Behind NBA Success—And Why It’s So Short-Lived
Aug 18, 2025BJJEE
Let’s be real for a second: when you think of an NBA star, what comes to mind? Flashy dunks, million-dollar contracts, screaming fans, maybe a few shoe deals on the side? It’s a dream life,...
ADCC Veteran Proves One-A-Day Training Can Still Lead To BJJ Success: “Have To Be Very Intentional”
Aug 06, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
In a sport dominated by double and even triple training sessions, Paul Ardila is redefining what it means to be an elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor. The ADCC veteran and recent Craig Jones...
John Danaher: “Success In Jiu-Jitsu Isn’t Found – It’s Preserved By What You Avoid”
Aug 02, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
John Danaher, one of the most respected coaches in grappling, challenged the pursuit of silver-bullet solutions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Instead of obsessing over “secrets to success”, he...
(WATCH) Corbe Brothers Quit Their Jobs To Chase Success At CJI 2
Jul 18, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Deandre and Gavin Corbe have officially left their day jobs behind to fully commit to life as professional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes! Known for their skills in the lighter weight divisions, the...
3.5-Year BJJ Black Belt Derek Moneyberg Fires Back at Haters: ‘I’m a Legit Black Belt. Haters are Jealous of my Success’
Jul 10, 2025BJJEE
The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world has erupted into chaos following the announcement that entrepreneur and self-proclaimed financial guru Derek Moneyberg was promoted to BJJ black belt in just 3.5...
John Danaher Talks The One Skill The Most Successful People In Jiu-Jitsu Have
Jun 09, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
What’s the most important skill to have in Jiu-Jitsu, in order to be successful at it? According to John Danaher, it is not some sort of a guard, a type of a razor-sharp submission or another,...
Tom DeBlass: “School Owners, You Don’t Need To Nickle & Dime Everyone To Be Successful”
Jun 05, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
If you have been training Jiu-Jitsu for any length of time, chances are that you’ve heard of certain academies that charge their students, well… A substantial amount of money. And, even...
Why Waking Up At 4:00 AM Every Day Can Be Your Secret To Success
Apr 04, 2025BJJEE
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...
Stephen Thompson Reveals GSP’s Secret To Success: “Not Afraid To Get Smashed”
Mar 14, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Stephen Thompson recently shared his experience training alongside Georges St-Pierre – offering insight into what made the former UFC champion such a standout athlete and training partner. Among...
Combat Code Switching Success Stories
Dec 10, 2024BJJEE
In the world of combat sports, there is a rich variety of different disciplines that each demand their own skillset and techniques. Whether a fighter enters an Octagon, a ring, or a gymnasium,...
How to Successfully Transition from Gi to No Gi Grappling
Nov 05, 2024BJJEE
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers two distinct styles: Gi and No Gi. In Gi Jiu-Jitsu, you grapple wearing a traditional Gi, enabling you to use your opponent’s clothing as a tool for control and...
Making Your Opponent Feel Uncomfortable: A BJJ Strategy for Success
Oct 31, 2024BJJEE
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the ultimate goal isn’t always about achieving a sweep, landing a submission, passing guard, or taking the back. While these are the primary objectives, there’s a deeper...
John Danaher Explains The Key To Successful Application Of Single Techniques
Oct 20, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Alright, so you are making progress in Jiu-Jitsu – you are learning techniques and details bit by bit… But you just can’t seem to apply them when it comes to sparring or competition....
UFC Newcomer Abandons Successful Modeling Career To Chase The UFC Belt: “I Love To Fight”
Oct 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Islam Dulatov had a successful career in high fashion, posing for top brands like Versace and Hugo Boss… However, the thrill of modeling never matched the excitement of stepping into the cage....
Exploring Africa’s Laamb Wrestling: The Martial Art Behind Reug Reug’s Success
Sep 16, 2024BJJEE
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...
90kg BJJ Purple Belt Competes Successfully in 130kg Wrestling Heavyweight Division
Sep 16, 2024BJJEE
A 90kg Jiu-Jitsu competitor, Linus von Schrenk, recently made headlines by stepping up to fight in the 130kg heavyweight wrestling division. Despite the significant size difference, von Schrenk,...
Heart Rate Training: The REAL Secret to B-Team’s Success?
Sep 10, 2024BJJEE
In the world of competitive sports, teams are constantly searching for an edge to outlast their opponents and achieve peak performance. Recently, a growing focus has been placed on heart rate...
Understanding the Business Side of Sports: Key Insights for Success
Sep 07, 2024BJJEE
The sports industry has grown exponentially, transforming from a recreational activity into a multi-billion-dollar global enterprise. This growth has introduced new opportunities and challenges,...
Keith Krikorian’s Secret To BJJ Success: “Jiu-Jitsu Doesn’t Really Matter To Me”
Jul 27, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Keith Krikorian has recently shared insights into his mental transformation – that has boosted his confidence as he gears up for ADCC 2024. Krikorian, a 10th Planet black belt, has been a...
Extremely Successful BJJ Competitors All Have These 5 Habits
Jul 06, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Do you want to compete regularly and bring medals home? If so, then you need to get your training and overall approach to BJJ in check – you need to start thinking about the broader picture, as...
MMA Betting: Tips and Tricks To Improve Your Betting Success
Jun 01, 2024BJJEE
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) has rapidly gained popularity, not just as a sport but also in the betting world. Betting on MMA can be exhilarating and profitable if done right. This article will explore...
