Does Jiu Jitsu Inflate Your Ego?
Nov 30, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
You constantly hear people saying how „Brazilian Jiu Jitsu destroys the ego“ and how it „makes them into a better person“. However, is it really true that BJJ makes you less...
Here’s Why Everything That You’re Doing In BJJ is Wrong
Nov 12, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Do you ever sit down and think to yourself: „DAMN! Is anything that I do in Jiu Jitsu ever going to work? Why do I fail in everything that I try to do?! I thought that I knew how to roll, that my...
4 Things John Danaher Can Teach You With His Analytical Approach
Nov 09, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
John Danaher is the most known about and, arguably, the most knowledgeable BJJ Professor today. The successes of his students are the testament to his success as a coach; whereas his mind-blowing...
Everyday Porrada – How Romulo Barral’s Philosophy Can Help Your BJJ
Nov 06, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Everyday Porrada! If you train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, then you’ve heard this phrase before. Well, it’s more than just a phrase – it’s a philosophy and movement, with Romulo Barral...
When Everything Else Turns For Worse, You Can Always Return To BJJ
Nov 05, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Life isn’t passive, but it’s in a state of constant change. Sometimes, this change is good and welcome. But sometimes, it transforms everything around you into an almost uncontrollable...
Rickson Gracie: “Breath Control Can Change Your Life”
Aug 16, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
You can’t control everything on the mats, nor in your life alike. You can control some of the moves, but you can never fully predict what your “opponent” will do… Or how...
Khabib Nurmagomedov & Mike Tyson Talk Mental Toughness, Conor McGregor, Street Fights & More
Aug 05, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
One of the best conversations in the world just happened! Khabib Nurmagomedov was a guest of Mike Tyson’s “Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson” podcast, where they – alongside...
Nicholas Meregali: “What I’m Going Through I Wouldn’t Wish On My Worst Enemy”
Aug 03, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Being on top isn’t easy. Most ordinary people underestimate the mental strength required to persist, which is often met with more than plenty of stress. Nicholas Meregali seems to understand...
This Is How DAVID GOGGINS Can Help Your Jiu-Jitsu
Jun 17, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Have you heard of David Goggins? He’s a retired United States Navy SEAL and a former United States Air Force Tactical Air Control Party member, but also an exquisite ultramarathon runner,...
Your BJJ Will Never Be Great… If You Don’t Get Your MINDSET Right!
May 17, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
If you truly wish not just to „improve“ your Jiu Jitsu – but to make it the best that you can, then there are a LOT of things that you need to take into consideration, and take care of. The...
This Is How To Eliminate HESITATION In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Apr 04, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
You know that feeling when you’re supposed to do something, perhaps something scary… You know that you should go for it, but you just can’t seem to take the leap? Yup, that feeling...
These Things Matter More Than Tapping Out Your Training Partners
Apr 04, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Tapping people out is, you could argue, the very essence of BJJ. After all, you’re here to learn how to control and submit as many training partners as possible, right? So, getting those taps...
So You Have ZERO TALENT For BJJ? Don’t Despair – But Do This
Mar 30, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
You’ve been training Jiu Jitsu for a while and you truly enjoy learning techniques and rolling, as well as the overall atmosphere in the academy. But, alas, to your horror… You figured...
What Does Your Favorite BJJ Submission Say About You?
Mar 15, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Everyone has a favorite submission – and so do you! That’s just a natural way of life for every Jiujiteiro; experimenting with various submissions until you find the one you enjoy locking in...
Every Grappler Has The Following NEGATIVE Thoughts
Mar 04, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Photo by Daria Kochetkova Photography. IG: Tebezvonu. Every once in a while, during your Jiu Jitsu journey, you’ll encounter negative thoughts… Thoughts, that will make it difficult for...
Just Stick With It – PERSISTENCE Will Solve All Of Your BJJ Woes
Feb 15, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Photo by Daria Kochetkova Photography. IG: Tebezvonu. Impatient to finally get better at Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, eh? Yeah, we totally get it; sometimes, it just seems as if you’re not making any...
The Right MINDSET And APPROACH When Rolling With Better Training Partners
Feb 08, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
So, your coach matched you with that terrifying blue belt (again) for your next roll. He’s bigger, stronger, faster, and much more technically sound than you are. In short: he’s way...
7 Signs That You’ve Fallen In LOVE With Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Feb 06, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Ah, love… Not a better feeling in the world! To be walking on that cloud nine for days, weeks, months and years – nothing could ever come close to it. Right? Well, perhaps not, but what if...
Being BAD At Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Is The First Step To Being GOOD At It
Jan 08, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
It’s completely natural to encounter ups and downs throughout your BJJ journey. There will be a lot of great days, during which you’ll enjoy every step – every drill, every roll, every...
BJJ Black Belt Jeff Glover Shares How You Can Be A Successful Light Weight Grappler
Dec 19, 2020bjjee
If you are a fan of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, then chances are you have heard the name Jeff Glover once or twice in your time as a fan. A true talent on the mat, Glover is equally talented when it comes...
6 Tips For Developing A Mindset Like Rickson Gracie
Dec 02, 2020BJJEE1 Admin
Rickson Gracie’s name is synonymous with excellence in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This is no wonder, as he is truly a living legend; but not just because of his BJJ skills! It’s his mindset...
Braulio Estima & Buchecha Share Their Competition Mindset Secrets
Jan 15, 2020BJJEE1 Admin
Ah yes, the pleasures of competing… The sweaty palms, the nervous laughter and making jokes with teammates in order to make the time pass by just a little bit faster. Tournaments and matches...
