BJJ Advice: Don’t Ignore High Percentage Techniques (Because Of Flashy Moves)
Jul 21, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Sooner or later, you’ll want to figure out what your favorite BJJ technique is going to be. The one you’ll use as often as possible, that you’ll become “known” for. But how are you supposed...
John Danaher’s Advice: Control The Head & Shoulders
Jul 17, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Be honest with us. How many times have you thought to yourself: “Man, it would be really great if there were some tricks that would make me better on the mats immediately.” Probably...
BJJ Advice: Focus On What’s Necessary, Not On What Would Be “Nice”
Jul 16, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Oh, there are so many moves and techniques in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that would be “nice” to learn… But, realistically speaking, which one of them are necessary for you to learn...
BJJ Advice: You Need To Become Less Reliant On Moving In A Straight Line
Jul 15, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
It would be wonderful if everything worked out on your very first attempt in BJJ, wouldn’t it? If the very first technique, the very first submission went your way. That would be awesome! Sadly (or...
Joe Rogan’s Advice for Young People: “Find The Thing You Like”
Jul 14, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
It’s easy for young people to get confused about what to do in life, especially in today’s day and age… And it’s not impossible for them to get lost in the mist, to become sad and anxious...
BJJ Advice: Don’t Think Twice & Second-Guess Your Technique
Jul 07, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
One of the worst things you could do during a BJJ roll or a BJJ match is to second-guess your technique. To think twice about your next move; this will only stop you in your tracks and render you...
BJJ Pro Advice: Break Their Posture First
Jul 05, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
There isn’t a lot of advice in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that can be used in the vast majority of positions and techniques. However, some advice is like that – for example, if you want just...
Can’t Remember All Of The BJJ Techniques? Here’s Some Advice For You
Jul 03, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
It isn’t difficult to get discouraged in Jiu-Jitsu – there are plenty of reasons and opportunities to do so. And one of them is the problem of “not being able to remember” all...
Advice: Start Watching BJJ With More Focus & Intent
Jul 02, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Ever been so tired from rolling that you had to rest for a round or two… And just sit on the sidelines, watching others roll? This doesn’t need to be wasted time. Here’s the thing: watching...
Opinion: “Just Show Up” Isn’t Good Advice for BJJ Progress
Jul 02, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
You were probably given the “just show up” advice more than once in your training lifetime. And for sure; whenever you feel bad, unmotivated, or similar – just showing up on the...
BJJ Advice: Always Expect That Your First Move Will Fail
Jun 30, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
It would be great if all that you did in BJJ worked the first time you went for it, right? For example, if the first move of the match went exactly as you wanted it to – heck, it could be...
John Danaher’s Open Guard Advice: “Attack Them With Your Legs”
Jun 26, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Are you looking to improve your Open Guard game? Yes? Fantastic! But yeah, we know how frustrating playing it can get; you seem to have less attacking options than you do when playing from top and...
BJJ Advice: Treat Rolling With BJJ White Belts Like It’s A Fight
Jun 25, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Ever had that feeling that, when you’re rolling with a (brand new) BJJ white belt, it’s almost as if it’s a life-or-death situation for them? Like, they’re going full force,...
BJJ Advice: Become An Expert In A Few Moves, Rather Than Mediocre In Many
Jun 24, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Image credits: Evolve Vacation There are so many moves in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. So many techniques, so many transitions, so many things that you can get into nitty-gritty details with… That it...
Andrew Wiltse’s Advice For Learning BJJ: “Look For Information Yourself”
Jun 17, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
There will always be stuff to improve in your Jiu-Jitsu. And not just in terms of technique, but also in terms of how you approach learning new things. The change to your approach doesn’t have...
Jocko Willink’s Advice For Disabled Athletes: “Jiu-Jitsu Is For Everybody”
Jun 13, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you’re a person with a certain physical disability and you’re considering starting out Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… It’s time to stop thinking about it – and start training....
Andre Galvao’s Advice For Preventing Burnout: “Take Care Of Your Mind”
May 31, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Burnout from training is a real threat to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu students. Especially for those who are infatuated with the Gentle Art so much that they would like to train all day, every day. So, you...
“Don’t Use Your Strength” Is Among The Worst Advice In BJJ
May 24, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Ok, so… If you’re a big, strong guy, how many times were you told to “not use your strength”? Probably a lot. But here’s the thing: “don’t use your...
BJJ Progress Advice: Don’t Be Afraid Of Discovery, Even If It Means Failing
May 07, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
How often have you Googled for advice on improving in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Probably a lot. And how much advice have you found that worked for you long-term? Chances are, not a lot. Therefore,...
John Danaher’s Invaluable Advice: “You Don’t Have To Stay On Bottom”
Apr 28, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
You know how, when you start to roll and either you or your training partner end up down on the mats, that person stays down? That is to say, how they accept playing the bottom game… Well,...
John Danaher’s Advice for Not Gassing Out: “Learn To Take Active Breaks While You Roll”
Apr 22, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
How many times have you found yourself without a breath during training? You roll with your training partner and, suddenly, you’re left without “gas”… And your partner takes...
John Danaher: “I Give Almost Zero Moral Advice To My Athletes”
Apr 20, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
John Danaher is known as an elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach with quite a tranquil demeanor. Some of his athletes, however, are to be found on the other side of the coin. Perhaps most notably, Gordon...
Lachlan Giles’ Advice for Injury Prevention: “Keep Your Training Load Consistent”
Apr 16, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Injuries are a frequent occurrence in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. And there’s a pretty high likelihood that you’ll experience some tweaks here and there… But, nevertheless, this...
Dating Your Jiu-Jitsu Teammates: Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Couple Give Advice
Apr 14, 2022BJJEE
Brazilian jiu-jitsu cultivates a kind of an all-consuming lifestyle. As such, it’s no surprise the bjj practitioners often find love or flings on the mat. Tyler and Jena Bishop are two BJJ black...
