Category Archive: Articles, Health
Developing Breath Control in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Sep 24, 2020BJJEEComments Off on Developing Breath Control in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Breath control in BJJ, Judo and Grappling. Breath control is a majorly overlooked component. Breath control in function of short- and long-term recovery, lactic acid tolerance, pain regulation,...How to Avoid Ankle Injuries in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Sep 17, 2020James JaymeComments Off on How to Avoid Ankle Injuries in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Ankle locks and leg attacks are part of the game. Unfortunately, ankle injuries can be detrimental to your progress. The last thing you want is to be limited to just playing guard hoping that you can...The Science Behind The Benefits Of Cold Showers
Sep 11, 2020BJJEEComments Off on The Science Behind The Benefits Of Cold Showers
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...Cauliflower Ear – Myths and True Prevention – What Every Grappler Should Know
Sep 10, 2020Michael Athens, Purple BeltComments Off on Cauliflower Ear – Myths and True Prevention – What Every Grappler Should Know
Photo of BJJEE.com editor Gile Huni at Kimura BJJ Serbia. Photo by Zoran Milich Photography Cauliflower Ear often seems like some mythical force when a white belt first falls in love with Jiu Jitsu....Stiff Neck Because Of BJJ? These 3 Stretches Will Help
Sep 07, 2020BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Stiff Neck Because Of BJJ? These 3 Stretches Will Help
How’s your neck feeling right now? If we had to guess, we would say that it’s probably really stiff from all of those rolls you’ve accumulated on the mats up until now… And...How To Crankproof Your Neck For Grappling
Sep 07, 2020BJJEEComments Off on How To Crankproof Your Neck For Grappling
Guest post by Dr Kickass, Mike Piekarski, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Former MMA Fighter, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt. Follow him on instagram. In brazilian jiu jitsu, a martial art where many...How to Crack Your Own Back. Without a Chiropractor
Sep 06, 2020BJJEEComments Off on How to Crack Your Own Back. Without a Chiropractor
If you train Jiu-Jitsu, you are sure to have some spinal problems.The spine is the life center of the human body. It controls every human function, such as, digestion, hormonal balance, muscle...3 Ways to Injury Proof Your Shoulders for Grappling
Sep 06, 2020BJJEEComments Off on 3 Ways to Injury Proof Your Shoulders for Grappling
Written by Mark Kislich, an Olympic Performance Coach and Judoka. What’s versatile is fragile. And the glenohumeral joint or shoulder is very versatile. Small wonder that many grapplers have...How Long Does It Take to Get Into Ketosis? A Helpful Guide
Aug 23, 2020BJJEEComments Off on How Long Does It Take to Get Into Ketosis? A Helpful Guide
A quick internet search on methods of eating that help you lose weight will reveal an endless supply of information and hundreds of different diets. There’s vegetarian, vegan, paleo,...When To Return To BJJ after an Injury Explained by BJJ Black Belt/Doctor
Aug 21, 2020BJJEEComments Off on When To Return To BJJ after an Injury Explained by BJJ Black Belt/Doctor
To get injured is something one should never wish to any opponent on the mats, since we know how hard it is. We are in a sport where there is so much manipulation of the body and often it is...Joe Rogan On the Benefits Of Jiu-Jitsu & Being In Great Shape At 53 Years of Age
BloodyElbow‘s Stephie Daniels did an in-depth interview with Joe Rogan. This is what the Jiu-Jitsu black belt had to stay about benefits of Jiu-Jitsu and staying in shape: “Stephie...5 Ways Martial Arts Improves Your Immune System
Aug 13, 2020BJJEEComments Off on 5 Ways Martial Arts Improves Your Immune System
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...6 Tips To Boost Your Immune System
Aug 13, 2020BJJEEComments Off on 6 Tips To Boost Your Immune System
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...Firas Zahabi on How Your VO2 Max Determines Which Conditioning Workout You Should do for BJJ/MMA
Jul 30, 2020BJJEEComments Off on Firas Zahabi on How Your VO2 Max Determines Which Conditioning Workout You Should do for BJJ/MMA
Gsp’s coach Firas Zahabi talks to JustTheGiTopPodcast about how measuring an athlete’s VO2 Max is important in determining what type of conditioning and endurance workout to do. VO2 max...How to Successfully Return From an Injury
Jul 29, 2020BJJEEComments Off on How to Successfully Return From an Injury
To get injured is something one should never wish to any opponent on the mats, since we know how hard it is. We are in a sport where there is so much manipulation of the body and often it is...Injured And Still Want To Continue With BJJ? Consider This First
Jul 28, 2020BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Injured And Still Want To Continue With BJJ? Consider This First
Something snapped, popped or cracked? Whatever the sound may be, you know what’s up – you’re injured… What a bummer, right? Well, that’s not going to stop you. You’re...Exercises to Improve Breathing for Jiu-Jitsu
Jul 28, 2020BJJEEComments Off on Exercises to Improve Breathing for Jiu-Jitsu
Photo by Daria Kochetkova Photography. IG: Tebezvonu. If you have ever rolled with a BJJ master or advanced practitioner, what is something that distinguishes them from beginners in BJJ? It’s not...Sports Scientists On How Weight Training Is key In Preventing & Rehabbing Injuries In Contact Sports
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a multidimensional sport. The activity demands a high level of strength, power, endurance, and flexibility. This has led to a rise in certain training practices by many...Start The Day Right: The Benefits of Drinking Lemon & Honey in Water Every Morning
The combination of honey, lemon and water results in a tasty, beneficial drink. Honey with lemon is an age-old remedy believed to soothe a variety of ailments. It is easy to make — using...How To Improve Flexibility For Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Jul 24, 2020BJJEEComments Off on How To Improve Flexibility For Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Written by Mike “Spider-Ninja” Bidwell is a BJJ Black Belt under Phil Migliarese and Ken Kronenberg (Team Tai-Kai / Balance). Mike is a full time Jiu-Jitsuka, blogger (check out his great...6 Ways How Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners Make Great Lovers
Jul 23, 2020BJJEEComments Off on 6 Ways How Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners Make Great Lovers
Written by Gloria Coccoli, BJJ practitioner and widfery student. She started training Jiu-Jitsu at Ground Pressure Team Messina in Italy. Check out her great blog aroundtheju. I am sure most of you...Ex-Navy Seal Commander & BJJ Black Belt Jocko Willink on How To Avoid Injuries in BJJ
Jul 22, 2020BJJEEComments Off on Ex-Navy Seal Commander & BJJ Black Belt Jocko Willink on How To Avoid Injuries in BJJ
Hooray, you just made a decision to start training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu! BJJ will introduce great things to your life, such as: better health, stronger self-confidence, awesome friendships, the...5 Tips To Make Intermittent Fasting Work For You
Jul 21, 2020BJJEEComments Off on 5 Tips To Make Intermittent Fasting Work For You
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...10 Superfoods To Amp Up Your Weight Loss
Jul 21, 2020BJJEEComments Off on 10 Superfoods To Amp Up Your Weight Loss
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...