Andrew Wiltse: “Rolling Isn’t Enough For Conditioning”
Apr 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
How good is your conditioning on the mats? Do you find yourself gassing out too quickly… Or do you think that you still haven’t reached your peak when it comes to cardio? If that’s...
Stop Jiu-Jitsu From Destroying Your Body
Apr 08, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Written by Kieren Lefevre. Jiu Jitsu is destroying your body. You must pay a fee every time you step onto the mats. No, I’m not talking about your gym membership fees but the cost to your body....
Can Training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Get You Ripped? Understanding the Realities
Mar 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu BJJ is lauded for its numerous benefits – it improves health, fosters friendships, and serves as an excellent stress reliever. However, when it comes to physical transformation,...
Inside Nicky Rodriguez’s Home Gym: “This Builds Mental Fortitude”
Jan 08, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Nicky Rodriguez, the B-Team Jiu-Jitsu standout, recently opened the doors of his private home gym – offering an exclusive look into the training tools he uses to further reinforce his success...
Kettlebell Warrior Walk: Fantastic Exercise For Jiu-Jitsu
Aug 18, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
“They say that strength doesn’t count, but it does. Maybe it wouldn’t make a difference if the opponent didn’t know anything. If the opponent knows something, then strength starts to...
Keep Your Knees Healthy For BJJ – With These Wall Mobility Drills
Sep 16, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Do you want to be able to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for a long time? And would you like to do it without aching and being in pain? If your answer is “yes”, then it’s about time...
Effective Ways To Really Push Yourself In BJJ Training Sessions
Sep 12, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you’d like to really push yourself in training, eh? Awesome! That means that you’re really motivated to improve your Jiu-Jitsu, to make the most out of your potential. Fantastic! Here...
Jocko Explains Why You Need To Be Working Out – Regardless Of Your BJJ Training
Sep 03, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Jocko Willink held an Origin Jiu-Jitsu camp a couple of days ago; where, together with the other participants, he trained Jiu-Jitsu all day. However, despite rolling all that time (yeah, you can only...
A Simple & Effective Push-Up Routine For Grapplers
Aug 29, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: Phil Daru You don’t need expensive gym equipment to get in shape. Nor do you need it to achieve better strength, endurance, and mobility for grappling… Sometimes all you...
These 3 Deadlift Variations Are The Best For BJJ Athletes
Jul 27, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
The deadlift is, arguably, the best exercise you should be doing in the weight room. When performed properly, it not only makes your legs and back stronger – but it also improves your posture,...
Should You Get In Shape Before Starting With BJJ?
Jul 14, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you’re thinking about training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, eh? That’s fantastic! But, are we hearing that correctly… You’re stalling and putting off your very first class? We get it. You’re...
You’re An Out Of Shape BJJ White Belt? Do These 2 Things
May 04, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Starting with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is tough. You get to the class and everyone else is better than you are… Heck, even those other white belts who’ve been training for just 2 or 3 months...
Want To Lift Weights For BJJ? Try Doing This
Apr 26, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Lifting weights and training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… They go together like bread and butter. And no, don’t listen to those cynical training partners! Being “really strong” in a roll is a great...
This Is What Strength Training With Romulo Barral Looks Like
Apr 12, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Romulo Barral is one of the most elite grapplers that the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has ever seen. Once an ADCC and a 6x IBJJF world champion, he’s now retired and is one of the top-ranking...
How Should Your BJJ Conditioning Training Look Like?
Mar 30, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
“If you want to get in better shape for Jiu-Jitsu, just do more Jiu-Jitsu bro!” Well… That’s both correct and incorrect at the same time. For, BJJ is the best way to get in...
These Are The Best Back Training Exercises For Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 24, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Turning up in class as often as you can, paying attention, drilling as perfectly as possible, and rolling with the aim of learning (not winning)… These will get you far in your pursuit of...
How Should Strength Training Look Like for BJJ Practitioners?
Mar 16, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you want to introduce strength training into your BJJ routine? Fair enough – and good choice on your behalf, as becoming stronger will both turn you into a better Jiujiteiro and make you more...
The Gorilla Row: An Upper Body Exercise For Better Guard Passing
Mar 11, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
The matter of the fact is: if you want to get better in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, then you have to work out as well! Doing techniques is most important… But adding in those gym sessions will give...
These Are The Best Leg Training Exercises for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 09, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Let’s face it – you might love Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, but you still want to have strong and well-built legs. And why not! Having strong, explosive, and endurable legs is a MUST for any BJJ...
Stay Injury-Free In BJJ With These Prehab & Injury Prevention Exercises
Feb 28, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Staying injury-free in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu isn’t an easy task. More likely than not, you’ll hear a “pop” here and there – but the goal is to reduce the number of these...
BJJ Strength & Conditioning Secret: The JuggernautBJJ Program
Feb 13, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Be honest with us. You love training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu but, the matter of the fact is… You’re guilty. You’re guilty, because despite all those who’ve been telling you that...
Which Weight Training Exercises Should You Do For Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Feb 07, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you’re thinking of going to the gym. That’s great! Weight training works as a fantastic supplement to your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training; it will not only make you stronger, but it will...
The 5×5 Training Program is Just What You Need as a Jiu-Jitsu Athlete
Jul 04, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
So you’re looking to get stronger, aren’t you? Despite the fact that many told you that you shouldn’t use your muscles in Jiu-Jitsu, you figured out that strength isn’t such a...
Cardio And Conditioning For Jiu-Jitsu… Are NOT The Same Thing
Jun 09, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Do you often find yourself struggling for air when you roll? If so, then you might’ve thought to yourself: „Jeez, it’s about time that I start working on my cardio a bit more!“ But,...
