Most Efficient Escape To the Most Common Attack – Closed Guard
May 10, 2020BJJEE
Closed guard is an old time classic that’s one of the most commonly seen techniques in practice and in real life altercations. James Duscio wrote for bjjee: Watch any of the early UFC’s and...
Why We Won’t Be Seeing Leg Grabs In Judo Any Time Soon
May 10, 2020BJJEE
Judo is one of those arts who are always trying to make themselves more attractive in order to advance the art. This has been a defining principle among many rule changes Judo has survived over the...
Roger Gracie Explains Why He Focuses On Chokes
May 10, 2020BJJEE
Roger Gracie is an undisputed GOAT – greatest of all time in jiu jitsu. Just in the past year the now 38 year old Gracie family prodigy dominated over one of the biggest champions of today...
Kosei Inoue Credits Japanese Judoka Crosstraining BJJ For Japan’s Competitive Edge in Judo
May 09, 2020BJJEE
Kosei Inoue is a legend of judo – he’s also the one deserving for the rebirth of competition success of the Japanese judo team. A feat he credits bjj for: “In order to respond to the...
6 BJJ Champions That Flopped in MMA
May 06, 2020BJJEE
A number of high profile bjj players announced their transition into mixed martial arts in the past year alone. But this is a road that doesn’t pan out for everyone and success in one...
How To Convince Your Girlfriend To Try Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
May 06, 2020BJJEE
Brazilian jiu-jitsu is kind of an all consuming lifestyle. Having a significant other outside of it could present a serious challenge so why not try to put two and two together! Here are some useful...
How To Add The Offensive Ura Nage To Your Takedown Game
May 02, 2020BJJEE
Photo by : Tamas Zahonyi / IJF Ura nage in Japanese terminology means the rear throw. It is one of the original 40 throws of judo developed by Jigoro Kano. Worth noting, it’s classified as a...
Deadlifts Are Not For Everyone, Expert Says
May 02, 2020BJJEE
Deadlifts are considered one of the most effective widespread ways of exercising, for most men. But for some, the lift is too cruel and painful. Deadlifting without huge amounts of pain may be...
5 Necessary Steps To Consider Before Competing
May 01, 2020BJJEE
A good competitive result comes only after a dedicated period of sacrifice, hard work and persistence. Each and every “camp” has some steps you must consider if you’re serious about...
Why More MMA Fans Should Train Jiu Jitsu
May 01, 2020BJJEE
In many ways Mixed Martial Arts amount to achieving a good balance in your training. It’s crucial to balance out good striking, wrestling as well as ground game. While some believe that high...
The Benefits Of Starting A Roll in BJJ From The Knees
May 01, 2020BJJEE
Photo: Leon Sandoval www.heyleon.com, Instagram @heyleonmedia and Facebook.com/heyleonmedia We often hear all about how roll should be started standing and how improper it is to see someone butt...
Why 3 BJJ Trainings Per Week Could Help You More Than Seven
Apr 30, 2020BJJEE
Often times we hear about competitors like Miyao brothers or Gordon Ryan who have openly said that their typical day consists mostly just from several jiu-jitsu practices. An Inside Look at the Miyao...
Here’s Why Everyone Should Flow Roll
Apr 30, 2020BJJEE
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...
10 Reasons Why You Should Compete in Jiu-Jitsu
Apr 30, 2020BJJEE
Photo: Belgrade BJJ Open- Klea Hopkins Photography. 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...
How To Prevent Shoulder Injuries In Judo And BJJ
Apr 28, 2020BJJEE
Shoulder injuries are among the most common injuries in both bjj as well as judo. Many reported injuries arise from chronic overload and sport specific adaptations which in turn result in strength,...
How to Build Yourself Olympic Winning Legs
Apr 28, 2020Annie Jones
Building Olympic-winning lower legs is the dream of many athletes and people who wish to look great and stay fit. However, if you have tried to build bigger calf muscles for greater athletic strength...
All About The Honeyhole (Its Many Names) And How to Defend
Apr 28, 2020BJJEE
The honeyhole is a peculiar position. Now, many different names are in play and if you’re not careful enough you might just anger one of the meanest guys around – Danaher Death Squad...
What To Do When Facing A Teammate In Competition
Apr 28, 2020BJJEE
Competing is one of the most enjoyable and stressful aspects of Jiu Jitsu. Going with your team at the venue and cheering for each other while fighting, being there for each other through wins and...
If You’re Breathing Through Your Mouth During A Roll You’re Using Too Much Strength
Apr 28, 2020BJJEE
Photo by Daria Kochetkova Photography. IG: Tebezvonu. There are many different schools of thought when it comes to how intense you should be rolling day in and out. Intensity often gets...
10 Exercises & Lifts You Should NEVER Do If You Want Your Back To Remain Functional
Apr 25, 2020BJJEE
Over the years there’s been a number of different exercise programs that try to appeal to specific audiences. There are kettlebells for grapplers, crossfit, Wendler’s 5-3-1, versions of...
Keith Owen: BJJ Instructors Need To Teach Students To Be Better People
Apr 24, 2020BJJEE
Keith Owen lives in Boise Idaho and is a 3rd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Legendary 8th degree Gracie Black Belt Professor Pedro Sauer. He recently talked to Grappling...
10 Reasons Why Grapplers Need To Train with Kettlebells
Apr 24, 2020BJJEE
Written by Matt D’Aquino, a multiple Australian and Oceania Champion and a 2008 Beijing Judo Olympian. He has been studying Judo for over 23 years. He is a 3rd Degree Black belt and a purple belt...
Evidence Suggests Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Grappling Best For Helping ADHD Children
Apr 22, 2020BJJEE
Attention deficit disorder is a very common occurrence among children. For those who are hyperactive it’s always best to get involved with sports, as they offer many benefits including physical...
Igor Andrade, Master 7 Black Belt Champion, Shares Secrets For Being Young on the Mat
Apr 22, 2020Igor Andrade
AGE IS NOT JUST A NUMBER Have you heard the expression “AGE IS JUST A NUMBER”? Well, I couldn’t disagree more! At least in my own experience, age is a HUGE factor. People often ask me what...
