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Travis Stevens On Why He Chose Judo Instead of Wrestling, BJJ or Baseball
Apr 25, 2020grappler zComments Off on Travis Stevens On Why He Chose Judo Instead of Wrestling, BJJ or Baseball
Judo Olympic silver medalist and BJJ black belt Travis Stevens is an elite athlete with a tremendous mindset. He could have succeeded at any sport where he would have focused it on. He talked to...Should You Ever Take Extended Breaks in BJJ?
Apr 24, 2020grappler zComments Off on Should You Ever Take Extended Breaks in BJJ?
Whether it’s just a week or a full month of rest, there are many advantages but also disadvantages to taking time off from BJJ practice. Although the determination and perseverance of a Jiu-Jitsu...The ‘Lezginka’: Caucasus Fighters Victory Dance is Amazing To Look At
Apr 11, 2020grappler zComments Off on The ‘Lezginka’: Caucasus Fighters Victory Dance is Amazing To Look At
If you follow various martial artists from the Caucasus region, you will notice that they share similar aspects. They all have a great base in grappling arts, they are very aggressive and tough and...The Art of Balancing & Excelling in Family Life, Work & Jiu-Jitsu
Apr 02, 2020grappler zComments Off on The Art of Balancing & Excelling in Family Life, Work & Jiu-Jitsu
We know that time is limited during our lifetimes and there is only so much you can do during a day. You have to allocate time to your career, to your hobby or hobbies and to your family. In this...How Long Should You Hold Stretches For BJJ?
Apr 01, 2020grappler zComments Off on How Long Should You Hold Stretches For BJJ?
Regularly stretching is a necessity to be successful in any type of martial art. But do you hold the stretches for 5-10 seconds, or 60 seconds? Which is more beneficial? And, what is the difference?...How Working as a Bouncer Improved My Wrestling
Mar 21, 2020grappler zComments Off on How Working as a Bouncer Improved My Wrestling
It was yet another summer night in Lake Como, New Jersey. I was working as a bouncer at Bar Anticipation, affectionately known by its clientele as Bar A. This was a Tuesday night, the liveliest night...Youtube Celebrity Logan & Jake Paul Wrestling Matches
Mar 15, 2020grappler zComments Off on Youtube Celebrity Logan & Jake Paul Wrestling Matches
Youtube superstar brothers Logan and Jake Paul have more than 28 million subscribers on the video channel and have been all over the news with the outrageous pranks. The older brother, Jake Paul ran...Is There Really Such Thing as The ‘Right Way’ To Do a Grappling Technique?
Mar 10, 2020grappler zComments Off on Is There Really Such Thing as The ‘Right Way’ To Do a Grappling Technique?
That’s right, you read the title correctly. As strange as that may come off, there is really no right or wrong in BJJ and Grappling in general, unless, of course, the technique you’re trying to...MMA Fighters Try Women’s Self-Defense Techniques
Mar 10, 2020grappler zComments Off on MMA Fighters Try Women’s Self-Defense Techniques
When you attempt to get your self defense training from some sketchy videos, you can expect the worst to happen in the real world… How about what happens when you try those online self defense...Five Reasons Why Grappling Should Be Your Fitness Routine
Feb 26, 2020grappler zComments Off on Five Reasons Why Grappling Should Be Your Fitness Routine
Photo by Daria Kochetkova Photography. IG: Tebezvonu. Whether you want to feel more confident about your appearance, or need to improve your overall health, then exercise needs to be a part of your...3 Tips For Wrestlers Transitioning To MMA
Feb 24, 2020grappler zComments Off on 3 Tips For Wrestlers Transitioning To MMA
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...The Biggest Mistakes You Can Make When Competing in Jiu-Jitsu
Feb 24, 2020grappler zComments Off on The Biggest Mistakes You Can Make When Competing in Jiu-Jitsu
There are many mistakes BJJ students make with respect to competition. They range from putting a lot of emphasis on a bout, even if it’s not at a black belt level. Any tournament you do has its own...Judo & BJJ Training Tips for the Older Grappler
Feb 22, 2020grappler zComments Off on Judo & BJJ Training Tips for the Older Grappler
How should you be training Judo, BJJ or Wrestling when you’re over 50? You’re no spring chicken anymore and can’t be doing the same acrobatic manoeuvres that you were doing in your...Which Wrestling Style Is Best For MMA?
Feb 21, 2020grappler zComments Off on Which Wrestling Style Is Best For MMA?
It’s well known that wrestling is an essential component for success in MMA. Randy Couture, Frank Edgar, Daniel Cormier, and many other world champions have strong wrestling backgrounds. Even...How To Decrease Knuckle, Finger & Joint Pain in Jiu-Jitsu
Feb 13, 2020grappler zComments Off on How To Decrease Knuckle, Finger & Joint Pain in Jiu-Jitsu
When Keenan Cornelius, an American Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner renowned for his “Jiu Jitsu Grand Slam,” was asked about his injuries, he noted, “My fingers hurt the most.” Knuckle and...Difference Between Luta Livre and BJJ: Footlocks
Feb 09, 2020grappler zComments Off on Difference Between Luta Livre and BJJ: Footlocks
Many BJJ practitioners wrongly believe that the Brazilian grappling art of Luta Livre is just a No Gi version of BJJ. This is simply not true. If you have rolled with a legit Luta Livre practitioner...Judokas Throwing Each Other in a Game of Chess On The Mat
Jan 24, 2020grappler zComments Off on Judokas Throwing Each Other in a Game of Chess On The Mat
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is often referred to as Chess on the Mat. Since Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu comes from an older form of Judo, it’s a nice surprise to see some Judoka adopting the principles of Judo...How To Pull Off Keenan Cornelius’ Reverse Omoplata on Yuri Simoes
Jan 14, 2020grappler zComments Off on How To Pull Off Keenan Cornelius’ Reverse Omoplata on Yuri Simoes
The reverse omoplata is the Lochness monster of Grappling, wherein it’s a very rare submission especially at the highest level. This weekend Keenan Cornelius was able to pull it off against a...Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners, It’s Your Duty To Work On Your Takedown Game
Jan 14, 2020grappler zComments Off on Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners, It’s Your Duty To Work On Your Takedown Game
Guest post by James Duscio, a BJJ black belt under Walter Cascao Vital. He runs Cascao Evolution BJJ out of Las Vegas nv. I was recently at a major BJJ tournament in Las Vegas coaching our team...Tremendous Breaking Pressure: Superior Grip Toe Hold
Jan 14, 2020grappler zComments Off on Tremendous Breaking Pressure: Superior Grip Toe Hold
The toe hold is a powerful submission using a ‘kimura’ grip on the opponent’s foot and putting a big torque. We are often taught the technique with emphasis being put on grabbing the the...Understanding Turtle Position by Gordon Ryan: Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling
Jan 13, 2020grappler zComments Off on Understanding Turtle Position by Gordon Ryan: Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling
Guest post by James Duscio, a BJJ black belt under Walter Cascao Vital. He runs Cascao Evolution BJJ out of Las Vegas nv. We all know the natural human reaction when somebody is getting physically...The Most Effective Ways To Memorize Grappling Techniques
Jan 13, 2020grappler zComments Off on The Most Effective Ways To Memorize Grappling Techniques
Many times, students will scarcely remember a technique they practiced in class by the end of the week. Sometimes the move is entirely forgotten by the end of the class! With so many techniques being...3 Tips For Your First Competition
Jan 07, 2020grappler zComments Off on 3 Tips For Your First Competition
Photo: Jelena Calasan Your very first BJJ tournament is going to be stressful. “Do your best, and have fun” is much easier said than done, when you don’t quite know what to expect, and might...Is It Really a Bad Thing To Be a ‘One Trick Pony’
Jan 06, 2020grappler zComments Off on Is It Really a Bad Thing To Be a ‘One Trick Pony’
“One trick pony” (OTP) is that person from the academy that is always trying the same technique. Different types of one trick ponies can be classified in three categories. Stubborn but not...