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Wrestle Like a Pro: 5 Best Chain Takedown Sequences (Highest % Success Rate)
Mar 05, 2019grappler zComments Off on Wrestle Like a Pro: 5 Best Chain Takedown Sequences (Highest % Success Rate)
Do you want to wrestle like a pro? Then you need to chain wrestle. Here are five great chain takedown sequences Wrestling, BJJand judo can be like a chess game where you plan two to three steps ahead...What To Eat Before & After BJJ Training
Mar 05, 2019grappler zComments Off on What To Eat Before & After BJJ Training
Although consistent training to be able to excel in Jiu-Jitsu is very important, the energy that your body needs to fuel itself through those rigorous trainings is just as relevant. The meals you eat...How Should a Martial Artist React To a Verbal Threat
Feb 28, 2019grappler zComments Off on How Should a Martial Artist React To a Verbal Threat
As martial artists, we are often faced with aggressive people who threaten us either verbally or physically. It’s important to know the difference between an insult like “F–...Freestyle and Greco Roman: Understanding The Different Types Of Wrestling
Feb 10, 2019grappler zComments Off on Freestyle and Greco Roman: Understanding The Different Types Of Wrestling
Wrestling is a Grappling combat sport which uses techniques such as clinching, throws and takedowns, joint locks, pins and holds. UWW, Wrestling’s governing body recognizes 6 styles of...Aikido Master Develops Anti-Takedown System
Feb 10, 2019grappler zComments Off on Aikido Master Develops Anti-Takedown System
Aikido is often seen by other martial artists as more of a philosophical art instead of an effective martial arts/ combat sport. There are many benefits by physically and psychologically to training...Rickson Gracie Shows Arm-in Stack Pass That Confuses Newbies
Feb 10, 2019grappler zComments Off on Rickson Gracie Shows Arm-in Stack Pass That Confuses Newbies
Rickson Gracie rarely shows BJJ techniques on film so it’s a refreshing change to see a video of him demonstrating a technique. In Rickson’s first ever official Jiu-Jitsu instructional,...The Art Of The Korean One Handed Seoi Nage
Feb 10, 2019grappler zComments Off on The Art Of The Korean One Handed Seoi Nage
Here is a great example of a one-handed Seoi Nage that this is usually performed against same stance opponents. This version is right to right as the opponent attempts to get a high right handed grip...Boxing Champ Vasyl Lomachenko Shows Off His Wrestling Skills
Dec 09, 2018grappler zComments Off on Boxing Champ Vasyl Lomachenko Shows Off His Wrestling Skills
Vasyl Lomachenko is the current WBO super featherweight champion and considered one of the best P4P boxers in the world. As an amateur boxer he held an impressive 396 wins and 1 loss record where he...10 Takedown Tactics Used by GSP which Made Him One Of The Best Wrestlers in MMA
Oct 10, 2018grappler zComments Off on 10 Takedown Tactics Used by GSP which Made Him One Of The Best Wrestlers in MMA
Georges St. Pierre, the former UFC welterweight champion was arguably one of the best takedown artists in MMA. He was able to out-wrestle many elite level wrestlers and all this without even having a...Tips For Women Who Want To Start Training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Aug 15, 2018grappler zComments Off on Tips For Women Who Want To Start Training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Yes, it’s finally here! You read that headline correctly. For all the beautiful, brave women that have decided to start their journey in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, this article is here for you . Written...No BJJ Schools Nearby? Here is How You Can Still Train
Jul 27, 2018grappler zComments Off on No BJJ Schools Nearby? Here is How You Can Still Train
So, you’ve decided to enter the “ossome” realm of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu… After reading countless articles about how BJJ positively impacts the mind by improving confidence, relieving stress...350lbs Powerlifting Champion Competes at BJJ Worlds
Jun 02, 2018grappler zComments Off on 350lbs Powerlifting Champion Competes at BJJ Worlds
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu attracts all types of profiles from computer nerds to elite athletes from other sports. At this year’s BJJ world champion, it was quite surprising to see strength athlete...Eddie Bravo Training Jiu-Jitsu with His 6yr old Son
May 29, 2018grappler zComments Off on Eddie Bravo Training Jiu-Jitsu with His 6yr old Son
There is no greater joy than to share your passion of Jiu-Jitsu with your children. Making them appreciate the gentle art is not an easy task though as many of them may not understand the intricacies...Teddy Riner Decides To Skip 2018 World Judo Championships
May 06, 2018grappler zComments Off on Teddy Riner Decides To Skip 2018 World Judo Championships
10 times world Judo champion and 10 times Olympic gold medalist Teddy Riner has decided not to compete at this year’s World Championships in Baku. He confirmed it in an IJF interview: IJF: Will...Amazing Omoplata From Rubber Guard Finish at IBJJF Dallas Open
May 03, 2018grappler zComments Off on Amazing Omoplata From Rubber Guard Finish at IBJJF Dallas Open
The omoplata is highly underestimated submission/sweep in Jiu-Jitsu because not many people know the fine details which make it so effective. There are many ways to set up an omoplata. One of the...Flexible Guy Uses Inverted Guard For Self Defense Against Huge Lady
May 02, 2018grappler zComments Off on Flexible Guy Uses Inverted Guard For Self Defense Against Huge Lady
Many self defense experts will tell you that the sport specific inverted guard used in BJJ is useless in the street… Well this little guy was able to use it to some degree of success against a...Breaking Down Mendes Bros Guard Passing System (Leg Drag, Drills….)
Apr 30, 2018grappler zComments Off on Breaking Down Mendes Bros Guard Passing System (Leg Drag, Drills….)
The Mendes brothers Guilherme and Rafael are universally known as one of the best guard passers in Jiu-Jitsu history. Their system consists primarily around the leg drag, the longstep, windshield...Kyle Dake Taps Out To Choke During Wrestling Match
Apr 25, 2018grappler zComments Off on Kyle Dake Taps Out To Choke During Wrestling Match
Wrestling champion Kyle Dake had an unfortunate last week during the Gold medal match at the freestyle world cup, Azerbaijan’s Hasanov applied a front headlock that then transitioned into a...Guy Throws Hands with Cop & Throws Him with Massive Judo Throw
Apr 16, 2018grappler zComments Off on Guy Throws Hands with Cop & Throws Him with Massive Judo Throw
It’s never a good idea to attack a police officer, even less to throw them with a Kosoto Gake Judo throw. This guy obviously trains as this is a complex move to set up. He perfectly timed his...Saulo Ribeiro’s Signature Closed Guard Pass That Keenan Cornelius Says is Wrong
Mar 20, 2018grappler zComments Off on Saulo Ribeiro’s Signature Closed Guard Pass That Keenan Cornelius Says is Wrong
Last week, BJJ black belt Keenan Cornelius released a video where he discredited the classic way of opening closed guard: knee in the middle, isolate a leg and push back. Keenan stated: “The...Sport JuJutsu world champion Tries Out Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 20, 2018grappler zComments Off on Sport JuJutsu world champion Tries Out Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Percy Kunsa is a 2 x world sport Ju-jutsu champion. He went to train BJJ with 2018 European IBJJF champion (black belt master) and head instructor of MKTeam in Paris, France:Werdum’s Hilarious Staredown with Volkov Ahead of UFC Fight Night London
Mar 16, 2018grappler zComments Off on Werdum’s Hilarious Staredown with Volkov Ahead of UFC Fight Night London
Fabricio Werdum was his usual joker self when he faced off against the massive Russian fighter Alexander Volkov (6ft7/2.01m) ahed of their showdown at this weekend’s UFC Fight Night...Mayweather on MMA Debut: My Wrestling Game is a ‘7’ out of 10
Mar 15, 2018grappler zComments Off on Mayweather on MMA Debut: My Wrestling Game is a ‘7’ out of 10
Floyd Mayweather is rumoured to be making his MMA debut in a few months. The name of Conor McGregor has come up as a potential opponent. Earlier this week, UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley...Floyd Mayweathwer Has Legit Wrestling Skills, Say TMT Bodyguards
Mar 14, 2018grappler zComments Off on Floyd Mayweathwer Has Legit Wrestling Skills, Say TMT Bodyguards
Floyd Mayweather is rumoured to be making his MMA debut in a few months. The name of Conor McGregor has come up as a potential opponent. Eralier this week, UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley...