Science of Soreness: What Causes Sore Muscles After Workout Sessions?
Sep 30, 2019BJJEE
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...
One Simple Exercise To Improve Posture and Decrease Injuries For BJJ
Sep 16, 2019BJJEE
This technique is one that can be performed anywhere. Its simple, quick, and if done correctly can help balance out the muscles in the neck, shoulders, and back to improve posture and muscle...
3 Essential Push Ups For Explosive Power in Jiu-Jitsu
Sep 10, 2019BJJEE
Being in peak physical condition in BJJ is always an advantage, whether you train for recreational purposes or competition. For ONE Superstar Mark Striegl, strength and conditioning is the...
The Best Ways to Build Strength for Optimal BJJ Moves
Sep 04, 2019BJJEE
Those that participate in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu don’t do it as a simple pastime, or exercise regime. Jiu-jitsu wrestlers have a passion and determination for the sport and an energy that keeps...
Judo Olympian Travis Steven’s Ankle Pick For BJJ
Aug 05, 2019bjjee
It’s impossible for any serious BJJ practitioner to have too many throws in his/her arsenal. That’s because you might have a hard time getting some opponents down with certain techniques,...
Tabata Intervals – The Most Efficient Cardio for Combat Sports
Aug 05, 2019BJJEE
“If you are tired you’re not strong, if you are tired you’re not fast, if you’re tired you don’t have good technique, and if you’re tired you’re not even smart” Dan Inosanto. In...
Judo Olympian On Keeping Fit After Lifetime of Overtraining
Aug 03, 2019BJJEE
Guest post by Neil Adams MBE, an English judoka who won numerous Olympic and World Championship medals in judo representing Great Britain. Adams was the first British male to win a World...
Beach Bodyweight Workout For Grapplers
Aug 01, 2019BJJEE
Guest post from BJJ and MMA athlete Andy Tiet who goes through an awesome BJJ and MMA beach workout. Training in the sand or at the beach can hep improve agility, balance, power, muscle gains and...
(Watch) Rubber Band Training/Drilling for BJJ & Judo
Jul 28, 2019BJJEE
Practicing Uchikomi (Judo throw drills) improves throwing skills. Rubber band uchikomi: Rubber band uchikomi is a real simple way to improve your muscle memory for throws. All you need is a rubber...
Mistakes to Avoid When Training BJJ and Crossfit Together
Jul 08, 2019BJJEE
Guest post by James Duscio, a BJJ black belt under Walter Cascao Vital. He runs Cascao Evolution BJJ out of Las Vegas nv. Crossfit is it’s own demanding sport, requiring a person to be well...
2 Ways To Do a BJJ Specific Bench Press
May 27, 2019BJJEE
What is the most common question you hear when you lift weights? “How much do you bench bro?” With everything that we hear about the benefits of deadlifting and squatting for grapplers, is...
BJJ Champion’s Powerlifting Garage Workout for Grappling
Apr 03, 2019BJJEE
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu technique is king. How else would a much smaller person beat a bigger person if it wasn’t for superior technique. Strength however frowned upon, is also important...
Don’t Fear Foot Locks: How To Strengthen & Improve Mobility for Ankles
Feb 22, 2019BJJEE
Having strong ankles is important for any athlete as it’s the base that will help you have balance. Every time you are attempting a takedown, passing someone’s guard or bridging, your...
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...
Building a Home Gym: The Essential Gear You Need
Oct 07, 2018BJJEE
Working out can be an intimidating thing to do. A huge part of that intimidation comes from having to go to a gym. The equipment and number of people around can be too much. However, if you bring the...
Georges St-Pierre’s Unique Training Routine & Diet
Aug 16, 2018BJJEE
Former UFC welterweight champion Georges St Pierre was one of the best conditioned athletes in MMA history. His training routine consisted of gymnastics for dynamic dexterity and coordination, Power...
2 Reasons Why Bodyweight Training is Better for BJJ
Jul 29, 2018BJJEE
BJJ Weight Training is a topic that can be hotly debated. Some people don’t think you should any strength work for Jiu Jitsu. Although the debate that we always love is whether weight training...
6 Exercises To Improve Your BJJ
Jul 27, 2018BJJEE
There are dozens of such exercises and in this article we will have a look at six such exercises which perhaps could be the right answer to burn excess fat and more importantly build strong and lean...
The Ultimate Shoulder Stretch for BJJ Athletes
May 05, 2018Ryan O'Shea
Stretching reduces Muscle Soreness It’s been scientifically proven that stretching after a practice reduces the level of discomfort and/or soreness on the next day twice as much as stretching...
What You Need To Lift At Home
May 03, 2018BJJEE
Guest post by Andrew Lewis of blackmetalbarbellstrength.com If you choose to forego the standard method of strength training in a commercial gym and decide to get a home gym, you’ll need...
Worst Leg Exercise for Lower Back (NOT WHAT YOU THINK!)
Apr 12, 2018BJJEE
The worst exercise for your low back is not squats or deadlifts. No, in fact if done properly I would argue that both of those leg exercises are capable of fortifying your lower back against...
Can’t Afford Protein Powder? Benefits Of Chocolate Milk As A Post Workout Drink
Feb 24, 2018BJJEE
You don’t have to spend your hard earned money on over priced and over hyped supplements. You can actually get a proper post workout drink from household products. To get the best results from...
Coconut Oil Coffee for Pre Workout Energy
Jan 28, 2018BJJEE
Guest post by Funk Roberts of FunkMMA.com INGREDIENTS Brewed Coffee Coconut Oil (Virgin) BCAA (optional) I am not a regular coffee drinker. In fact I can count on my hands how many cups...
How To Improve Your Jiu-Jitsu With A Stability Ball
Dec 12, 2017BJJEE
Jeff Glover is known for his amazing cat like balance and agility. The fact is that he’s been training with the stability ball (AKA Swiss Ball) for over 10 years. Stability ball...
