Essential nutrition and supplements for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Aug 23, 2019grappler z
Like other other mixed martial arts, BJJ is a very challenging sport. But in order to be fully immersed in BJJ, it’s vital to be leading a healthy lifestyle. Although taking supplements is not...
4 Plastic Surgeries that Help Athletes
Aug 14, 2019BJJEE
You may think of plastic surgery as something undertaken by A-listers. There’s a stigma around this specialty. It’s often thought of as something performed on people with money to blow...
How To Roll Like a Savage While Avoiding Cauliflower Ear
Aug 12, 2019grappler z
To some jiujiteiros having “cauliflower ear,” or in more scientific terms, a perichondrial hematoma, can be a badge of honor, but to others it can be their worst nightmare. Here are a few tips to...
How To Do Rickson Gracie’s Impressive Breathing Exercises in 3 Steps
Jul 21, 2019grappler z
We’ve all seen Rickson’s impressive breathing exercises in the documentary Choke. What Rickson is doing is called a ‘Kriya or internal’ cleaning exercise. It’s a self...
Rib Injuries in BJJ: Can They Be Avoided & How To Treat Them?
Jun 18, 2019grappler z
So you’re working super hard at practice, feeling on top of the world as you conquer your partner. You think you’ve nailed the moves but then BAM!, you take a bad blow to the chest and you know...
How to Cut Carbs Safely: 5 Ways and 5 Foods to Use
Jun 11, 2019BJJEE
Do you know how to cut carbs from your diet without doing damage to your body? With these approaches and foods you can do it safely. Carbohydrates seem to have gained an extremely unpopular...
How to Create the Ultimate Workout and Nutrition Plan
Apr 03, 2019BJJEE
Do you want to achieve the body of your dreams? Here’s how to build a great workout and nutrition plan to help you achieve your goals. Wouldn’t it be great if losing weight and building...
Most Common BJJ Injuries & How To Roll With Them
Mar 15, 2019grappler z
Going too hard during BJJ practice is like pushing a rubber band to the point of snapping. Often times while rolling, tapping out isn’t an option because our egos are dominating our minds. Only...
Bad Habits BJJ Helps You Quit
Mar 15, 2019grappler z
Whether you’re trying to stay true to your New Year’s resolutions or you’re just trying to kick a bad habit, Jiu-Jitsu can put you on the right course. BJJ is even better than those Hollywood...
3 Rules To Avoid Overtraining in BJJ
Mar 07, 2019grappler z
Say you just got into BJJ, and you’re loving every minute of it. You anticipate the next practice when one has just finished, and spend your Friday nights doing Stephan Kesting marathons until you...
What To Eat Before & After BJJ Training
Mar 05, 2019grappler z
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...
Why You Should Take CBD Oil To Recover Your Body?
Feb 10, 2019BJJEE
Cannabidiol, also known as CBD oil is a natural non-psychoactive compound that is thought to treat a variety of health-related diseases. CBD oil is currently used as an alternative to...
How Long Should You Hold Stretches For BJJ
Jan 30, 2019grappler z
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 Should Older Grapplers Pace Themselves in BJJ
Jan 17, 2019grappler z
Once you hit 40, you will need to make adjustments to the way you train. If you’re 40 and over and wondering how to stay on track in your BJJ class, then this article is for you. When you...
6 Reasons CBD Oil is Great for Grapplers
Jan 08, 2019BJJEE
Cannabidiol, the main active ingredient in CBD, has a range of medical properties that make it the perfect workout supplement, especially for guys (and ladies) involved in martial arts. Hemp oil has...
How to Take Care of ‘Small’ Injuries from Sparring
Dec 31, 2018grappler z
Not just as fighters but as human beings it’s inevitable that we are going to face some injury in our lifetime. Here are some ways to prevent them, but also some tips on how to nurse yourself back...
Rickson Gracie Shares His Daily Eating Regimen
Nov 23, 2018BJJEE
Rickson Gracie just celebrated his 60th birthday. Various members of his family celebrated the occasion. View this post on Instagram Happy birthday @ricksongraciejj @merfdogg in the...
How Does Increasing Sleep Actually Boost Your Sports Performance?
Nov 02, 2018BJJEE
Guest post by James Duscio, a BJJ black belt under Walter cascao vital and runs cascao bjj hard knocks out of Las Vegas nv. Sleep Affects You More Then You Think… Everybody talks about how...
How To Apply Rickson Gracie’s Breathing Tactics When Doing Jiu-JItsu
Oct 10, 2018BJJEE
Guest post by James Duscio, a BJJ black belt under Walter cascao vital and runs Cascao Evolution BJJ out of Las Vegas nv. If you have ever stepped on mat to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, you have most...
BJJ Practitioners With Back Pain: Here is the Start of the Solution
Aug 11, 2018BJJEE
Jiu-Jitsu puts a strain on the back of up to 80% of practitioners according to some incidence reports. Do you have an issue with your back? Are you in pain? Disc herniations are much more common...
5 Ways You Can Prevent Joint Pain While Exercising
Aug 01, 2018BJJEE
Working out is vital to one’s health, but it can be a difficult practice for one to keep up with consistently if they suffer from joint pain. Joint pain in many cases can be excessive and...
How to Deal with Injuries in BJJ – Michael Jen Full Interview
Nov 26, 2017grappler z
4th degree black belt and physiotherapist talks about how to prevent and deal with injuries.
Best Stretches for Grappling Flexibility
Oct 23, 2017grappler z
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a whole body sport, and for this reason the entire body deserves to be stretched. The most important areas to be stretched for optimal flexibility, smoother moves, and better...
