Tag Archive: BJJ Advice, bjj lifestyle, quitting
This Is Why 99% Of People QUIT Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Jun 19, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on This Is Why 99% Of People QUIT Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
To train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is not an easy task. It takes a lot of determination, grit, and the desire to become the best that you can in the martial art. However, it also takes a bit of cooperation...Jasmine Rocha: “You Don’t Have To Be Good At Jiu-Jitsu”
May 26, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Jasmine Rocha: “You Don’t Have To Be Good At Jiu-Jitsu”
Do you ever feel stressed out because you don’t feel that you’re as good at Jiu-Jitsu as you wished you were? Well, Jasmine Rocha – daughter of the legendary Vagner Rocha –...Gordon Ryan: “I Make More Money from Jiu-Jitsu Than Most UFC Champions”
May 22, 2024BJJEEComments Off on Gordon Ryan: “I Make More Money from Jiu-Jitsu Than Most UFC Champions”
Gordon Ryan earns a substantial income from his Jiu-Jitsu career, primarily through various revenue streams. His earnings from competitions alone amount to around $200,000 per year. However, this is...Craig Jones Shares The Rules Of Training At B-Team – And It’s Hilarious
May 20, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Craig Jones Shares The Rules Of Training At B-Team – And It’s Hilarious
Image Credits: B-Team YouTube channel Want to visit the B-Team and train with them… Even though you’re a hobbyist? You can! Craig Jones says that there’s no need to contact him nor...Keenan Cornelius: “The Only Way To Thrive In BJJ Is To Operate A BJJ Academy”
Apr 22, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Keenan Cornelius: “The Only Way To Thrive In BJJ Is To Operate A BJJ Academy”
A lot of people who train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu would, at least in part, like to earn money from the Gentle Art. And while that is possible, not a lot of BJJ students get to make a living from it....Tom DeBlass’s Advice for Young BJJ Athletes: “Competing Doesn’t Pay The Bills”
Apr 11, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Tom DeBlass’s Advice for Young BJJ Athletes: “Competing Doesn’t Pay The Bills”
So you’re a young BJJ athlete who wants to make a name for himself in the sport? More importantly, you want to make a living off of Jiu-Jitsu – and you’re highly motivated to make...Jiu-Jitsu & Mental Health: “BJJ Makes You Feel Like Nothing Can Beat You”
Apr 09, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Jiu-Jitsu & Mental Health: “BJJ Makes You Feel Like Nothing Can Beat You”
Image Credits: Evolve MMA Anyone who’s spent any time training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has noticed the tremendous benefits it carries… And not just in regards to physical health; but,...Fabio Gurgel: “It’s Much More Important To Become A Good Person Than To Become A Great Champion”
Apr 05, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Fabio Gurgel: “It’s Much More Important To Become A Good Person Than To Become A Great Champion”
No matter what you accomplish (or not) on your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey, you’ll still leave an impact on the people you’ve trained with and competed against. One way or another, you’ll have...Opinion: BJJ White Belts Shouldn’t Have Their Own “Style”
Mar 30, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Opinion: BJJ White Belts Shouldn’t Have Their Own “Style”
Being a BJJ white belt is a stressful period in one’s Jiu-Jitsu life. It’s full of failures, doubts about whether or not you’re really “cut out” for this martial...Who Should Be Cleaning The Mats In A BJJ School?
Mar 29, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Who Should Be Cleaning The Mats In A BJJ School?
Having clean mats in a BJJ school is incredibly important. It lowers the chances of something like ringworm from happening in the first place… And when someone does get ringworm or similar, clean...Jocko Willink Shares Similarities Between BJJ Athletes & Special Forces Operators
Mar 29, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Jocko Willink Shares Similarities Between BJJ Athletes & Special Forces Operators
Jocko Willink is a BJJ black belt and a former Navy SEAL. As such, you can rest assured that he knows a thing or two about rolling and being on the battlefield. But, what are the similarities between...[Watch] BJJ Black Belt Squares Off Against An Alligator & Takes His Back
Mar 25, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on [Watch] BJJ Black Belt Squares Off Against An Alligator & Takes His Back
Some days are weirder than others… But when you see a BJJ black belt square off against an alligator, well, that one is surely going to make it to the top of your “weird days” list....How To Tell If A Martial Art Is FAKE Or REAL
Mar 21, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on How To Tell If A Martial Art Is FAKE Or REAL
With the world of martial arts constantly expanding, it’s sometimes hard to decide which one to start training. But, what may make this decision-making process easier for you is knowing which...John Danaher: “BJJ’s Greatest Gift Is The Idea Of Solving Problems Under Stress”
Mar 20, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on John Danaher: “BJJ’s Greatest Gift Is The Idea Of Solving Problems Under Stress”
What’s the greatest gift you’ve received from Jiu-Jitsu? Is it the friendships? The health? Or the reward of feeling better after a stressful day at work? John Danaher believes that the greatest...NEVER Get Tapped Out Again In Jiu Jitsu By Using This Little Trick
Mar 18, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on NEVER Get Tapped Out Again In Jiu Jitsu By Using This Little Trick
Hey, you. Yes, you! Pssst, quiet, we have a secret to share with you… A top secret piece of advice, actually… Listen up: how would you like to know a very sneaky trick that will give you...3 Benefits Of Travelling The World To Compete In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 18, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on 3 Benefits Of Travelling The World To Compete In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Competing in Jiu-Jitsu is a natural step when seeking evolution and growth within the sport. It frees you from the safe confines of your local gym, pits you against new and challenging foes, and...Is Sacrificing Your Free Time For Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Really Worth It?
Mar 17, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Is Sacrificing Your Free Time For Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Really Worth It?
Truth be told, Jiu Jitsu takes a lot of time. It’s not just about the training; but there’s the getting ready part, travelling to the academy part, showering after training part, driving...Tom Hardy: “Training BJJ Has Been Key To A Deeper Sense Of Calm For Me”
Mar 15, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Tom Hardy: “Training BJJ Has Been Key To A Deeper Sense Of Calm For Me”
Training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu isn’t just about your physical health. Rather (and, perhaps, even more so), it’s about your mental health, too – which benefits a lot from the Gentle...Why Is John Danaher Fascinated With Knives?
Mar 11, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Why Is John Danaher Fascinated With Knives?
It’s common knowledge that Professor John Danaher, when promoting a student to the new belt rank, also gifts him/her a knife. For example, Nathalia Santoro was recently promoted to brown belt...Robert Drysdale Explains What He Doesn’t Like About Modern BJJ Culture: “This New Set Of Values…”
Mar 10, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Robert Drysdale Explains What He Doesn’t Like About Modern BJJ Culture: “This New Set Of Values…”
When you take a look at what BJJ used to be back in the day and how it looks like today – which of the two “versions” do you like more? And no, not just in regards to the techniques...Olympic Medalist Boxer Tries BJJ For 30 Days – Here Are His Thoughts
Feb 21, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Olympic Medalist Boxer Tries BJJ For 30 Days – Here Are His Thoughts
Tony Jeffries is an Olympic bronze medalist boxer who recently took it upon himself to try out Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for 30 days… And to see just how good he could get at the end of that 30-day...Rafael Lovato Jr. Reveals That He’s The Person Who Coined The Term “Headquarters” In BJJ
Feb 21, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rafael Lovato Jr. Reveals That He’s The Person Who Coined The Term “Headquarters” In BJJ
The Headquarters in Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most often utilized ones, and for good reason – it’s a dominant one and fantastic for guard passing. But did you know that it was actually...“Jiu-Jitsu Is Not An Easy Lifestyle, It’s A Difficult Lifestyle” – Caio Terra On Success In BJJ
Feb 19, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on “Jiu-Jitsu Is Not An Easy Lifestyle, It’s A Difficult Lifestyle” – Caio Terra On Success In BJJ
No matter how much you love Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, if you want to succeed in it as a competitor… It’s not going to be an easy path. Far from it. Caio Terra knows that well. As a 12-time...Riley Hawk – Tony Hawk’s Son – Shares How BJJ Impacted His Skateboarding Journey
Feb 14, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Riley Hawk – Tony Hawk’s Son – Shares How BJJ Impacted His Skateboarding Journey
Riley Hawk, a professional skateboarder following in the footsteps of his legendary father, Tony Hawk, is also a BJJ blue belt! And, well, he has found many similarities between Jiu-Jitsu and...