BJJ Advice: Don’t Ignore High Percentage Techniques (Because Of Flashy Moves)
Jul 21, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Sooner or later, you’ll want to figure out what your favorite BJJ technique is going to be. The one you’ll use as often as possible, that you’ll become “known” for. But how are you supposed...
Who Should Be Cleaning The Mats In A BJJ School?
Jul 20, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Having clean mats in a BJJ school is incredibly important. It lowers the chances of something like ringworm from happening in the first place… And when someone does get ringworm or similar, clean...
Braulio Estima: “I Never Felt Like I Was Wasting My Time With Jiu-Jitsu”
Jul 20, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
To become the best at what you do, you have to love it. And not just the end destination, but you also have to love the process… For, if you feel as if you’re wasting time, you won’t keep going...
Royce Gracie Excited About Conor McGregor’s Return To The Octagon
Jul 20, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Royce Gracie, widely considered to be one of the most influential figures in BJJ and MMA, is anticipating the return of Conor McGregor to the octagon. McGregor is expected to make his return sometime...
Take Mount Like Khabib Nurmagomedov – Here’s How
Jul 19, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Rolling against Khabib Nurmagomedov would be terrifying for oh-so-many reasons… But perhaps the most terrifying of them all is Khabib’s Mount. The way he takes Mount is as close to perfection as...
Gordon Ryan: “I’m Looking For A Fu*king Challenge – Step Your Miserable Games Up”
Jul 19, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan has recently competed for the vacant WNO heavyweight title, against Pedro Marinho. He won the match in an extraordinarily domineering fashion… And now seems to be, sort of, bored by...
International Judo Federation (IJF) Bans Peruvian Necktie-Type Chokes
Jul 19, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
The Peruvian Necktie is one of the most unexpected chokes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. And it’s for that reason that BJJ athletes, as well as Judokas, love to go for it! For instance, back in 2013,...
Ben Kunzle Suffered A Spinal Cord Injury In BJJ Training – And He Needs Your Help
Jul 18, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Ben Kunzle is a BJJ brown belt under Roberto “Cyborg” Abreu, who has been preparing for the World Championships back in May this year. However, during training, he suffered a severe spinal cord...
How To Be “Faster” In Jiu-Jitsu As An Older Grappler?
Jul 18, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
As an older grappler, you’ve probably had an experience or two of rolling against younger athletes… When you were thinking to yourself how awesome it would be to be just a little bit...
When Will Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Finally Start “Clicking” For Me?
Jul 18, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
You know how it is… You’ve been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for more than a while, but are still wondering when it will start “clicking” for you. Still trying to figure out...
John Danaher’s Advice: Control The Head & Shoulders
Jul 17, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Be honest with us. How many times have you thought to yourself: “Man, it would be really great if there were some tricks that would make me better on the mats immediately.” Probably...
BJJ Instructors: Holding Back & Pushing Belt Promotions Is Detrimental For Your Students
Jul 17, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: Evolve MMA BJJ instructors, generally, want the best for their students. They want to make them feel welcomed and appreciated on the mats… All things considered, they want them...
These Details Will Make Your Triangle Choke More Effective
Jul 17, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you’re a tall person or you just have lanky legs… The Triangle Choke could be your submission of choice in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. However, the key word is could; for, even if you do...
BJJ Advice: Focus On What’s Necessary, Not On What Would Be “Nice”
Jul 16, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Oh, there are so many moves and techniques in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that would be “nice” to learn… But, realistically speaking, which one of them are necessary for you to learn...
Tom DeBlass: “I Take TRT – It Can Greatly Benefit Thousands Of Men”
Jul 16, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
There’s quite a bit of commotion about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) in the world of both professional and amateur athletes, as well as everyday folk. And while some say that...
WNO: Gordon Ryan Dominates & Submits Pedro Marinho for Heavyweight Title
Jul 16, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan returned to competition yet again on July 14, in a bout for the vacant Who’s Number One (WNO) heavyweight title – against Pedro Marinho. Having dominated essentially the...
Garry Tonon: “I Am Forever Grateful For The Things I Learned From Tom DeBlass”
Jul 15, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
It was Tom DeBlass’ birthday a few weeks ago. And one of the best presents he could’ve received was the one from Garry Tonon – who wrote an emotional Instagram post about Tom and how grateful...
BJJ Advice: You Need To Become Less Reliant On Moving In A Straight Line
Jul 15, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
It would be wonderful if everything worked out on your very first attempt in BJJ, wouldn’t it? If the very first technique, the very first submission went your way. That would be awesome! Sadly (or...
John Danaher: “Have Faith That You’re Improving – Even If It’s Not Very Apparent Among Your Peers”
Jul 15, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
One of the reasons why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is such an amazing sport is that you perform it as an individual… But you train it with a group of like-minded people. But, as great as training with your...
Joe Rogan’s Advice for Young People: “Find The Thing You Like”
Jul 14, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
It’s easy for young people to get confused about what to do in life, especially in today’s day and age… And it’s not impossible for them to get lost in the mist, to become sad and anxious...
4 Tips For Keeping Your Neck Safe While Getting Stacked In Jiu-Jitsu
Jul 14, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
As long as you keep training Jiu-Jitsu, you’ll more than likely get injured at one point in time or another. BJJ is a martial art, after all – injuries are simply a part of it. However, some of...
Should You Get In Shape Before Starting With BJJ?
Jul 14, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you’re thinking about training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, eh? That’s fantastic! But, are we hearing that correctly… You’re stalling and putting off your very first class? We get it. You’re...
Garry Tonon: “Self Improvement Demands Sacrifice & Suffering”
Jul 13, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you’re someone who’s looking to improve themselves in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or life in general… Then you already know how difficult that can be. It’s not simple, to say the least, and it...
Paulo Miyao Replaces Missing Tooth: “It’s Never Too Late To Learn How To Smile”
Jul 13, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Paulo Miyao is one of the greatest light featherweight BJJ competitors of all time. A black belt under Cicero Costha, he has – together with his twin brother João – won all major titles in the...
