What do you think: how important is wrestling in Jiu-Jitsu? Particularly in no-gi?
Well, almost every professional and elite Jiu-Jitsu competitor will say that wrestling is vital to your success on the mats.
BJJ athletes are notorious for having… Well, for the majority of them having bad standup skills.
For not being comfortable with takedowns – and not really knowing how to handle themselves on their feet.
So, here is a move that will make you a bit better in wrestling.
The Slide-By.
Michael Pixley demonstrates how to do the Slide-By on the video below:
Sloth Jiu-Jitsu: you can be slow and unathletic and still kick butt in Jiu-Jitsu.
Welcome to SLOTH Jiu-jitsu – the ultimate programme for conserving energy, utilising body weight and taking your time! An especially effective strategy for older or less athletic competitors, but suitable and highly recommended for all jiu-jitsu practitioners. 12 chapters taught in person by 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt Gile Huni.
