Category Archive: Articles, Health & Nutrition, Nutrition
Protein for Weight Loss: Why It Works
Mar 24, 2020BJJEEComments Off on Protein for Weight Loss: Why It Works
Trying to lose weight? There are a lot of “tricks” that don’t really work. Protein for weight loss? That one is backed by science. When you are trying to lose weight protein is your...Dealing with Constant Back Pain In BJJ
Mar 12, 2020BJJEEComments Off on Dealing with Constant Back Pain In BJJ
Back pain can be a major issue for many people. It affects about 80% of the population. Having back pain can make it difficult to train or compete. One of the main causes of back pain is poor...What To Eat Before Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training, Explained By Mike Dolce
Feb 03, 2020BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on What To Eat Before Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training, Explained By Mike Dolce
In order to get the most out of BJJ, it’s not enough „just“ to pay attention in class, to roll at the best of your ability and to take each and every simple repetition serious; but there...Here’s How Conor McGregor’s Day Of Eating Looks Like
Jan 31, 2020BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Here’s How Conor McGregor’s Day Of Eating Looks Like
A professional combat athlete’s schedule and regime are nothing short of very strict in all regards, including the diet – where it’s not only important to „eat healthy“, but to be...Rickson Gracie Shares His Daily Eating Regimen
Jan 30, 2020BJJEEComments Off on Rickson Gracie Shares His Daily Eating Regimen
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...Most Common BJJ Injuries & How To Roll With Them
Jan 13, 2020grappler zComments Off on Most Common BJJ Injuries & How To Roll With Them
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
Jan 13, 2020grappler zComments Off on Bad Habits BJJ Helps You Quit
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...Everybody Makes These 3 Jiu-Jitsu Warm Up Mistakes
Jan 04, 2020BJJEEComments Off on Everybody Makes These 3 Jiu-Jitsu Warm Up Mistakes
A warm up generally consists of a gradual increase in intensity in physical activity (a “pulse raiser”), joint mobility exercise, and stretching, followed by the activity. Warming up brings the...Dealing With Common Weight Loss Issues: Best Tips
Oct 19, 2019BJJEEComments Off on Dealing With Common Weight Loss Issues: Best Tips
The journey towards successful weight loss is riddled with obstacles. At times, you might feel as if you’re not making any progress. Weight loss is achieved by paying attention to a...4 Hip Stretches That Your BJJ Hips Are Craving For
Oct 09, 2019BJJEEComments Off on 4 Hip Stretches That Your BJJ Hips Are Craving For
Most Grapplers will mainly focus on improving strength and conditioning rather than flexibility. What they fail to realize is that flexibility is extremely important in grappling arts because it...Science of Soreness: What Causes Sore Muscles After Workout Sessions?
Sep 30, 2019BJJEEComments Off on Science of Soreness: What Causes Sore Muscles After Workout Sessions?
Anyone that has ever exercised knows the feeling of sore muscles after workout sessions. Learn why sore muscles happen and how to cope with it. Dread working out because of sore muscles? Knowing why...The Secret On How to Avoid Cauliflower Ear – Coach Firas Zahabi
Sep 19, 2019BJJEEComments Off on The Secret On How to Avoid Cauliflower Ear – Coach Firas Zahabi
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 Take Care of ‘Small’ Injuries from Sparring
Sep 17, 2019grappler zComments Off on How to Take Care of ‘Small’ Injuries from Sparring
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...Essential nutrition and supplements for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Aug 23, 2019grappler zComments Off on Essential nutrition and supplements for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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, 2019BJJEEComments Off on 4 Plastic Surgeries that Help Athletes
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...Rib Injuries in BJJ: Can They Be Avoided & How To Treat Them?
Jun 18, 2019grappler zComments Off on Rib Injuries in BJJ: Can They Be Avoided & How To Treat Them?
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 Create the Ultimate Workout and Nutrition Plan
Apr 03, 2019BJJEEComments Off on How to Create the Ultimate Workout and Nutrition Plan
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...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...Why You Should Take CBD Oil To Recover Your Body?
Feb 10, 2019BJJEEComments Off on Why You Should Take CBD Oil To Recover Your Body?
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...6 Reasons CBD Oil is Great for Grapplers
Jan 08, 2019BJJEEComments Off on 6 Reasons CBD Oil is Great for Grapplers
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 Does Increasing Sleep Actually Boost Your Sports Performance?
Nov 02, 2018BJJEEComments Off on How Does Increasing Sleep Actually Boost Your Sports Performance?
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, 2018BJJEEComments Off on How To Apply Rickson Gracie’s Breathing Tactics When Doing Jiu-JItsu
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...How to Deal with Injuries in BJJ – Michael Jen Full Interview
Nov 26, 2017grappler zComments Off on How to Deal with Injuries in BJJ – Michael Jen Full Interview
4th degree black belt and physiotherapist talks about how to prevent and deal with injuries.