The Real Reason Why Belt Rank Doesn’t Matter In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 25, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Yeah, you’ve probably heard others say it time and time again… That belt rank doesn’t matter in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. And yet, no matter how many times they say it, you still...
Braulio Estima: “The Real Peak In BJJ Is At 35 Years Old”
Mar 21, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Time waits for no man… No, not even for you nor for the other people who love training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. However, it’s not necessarily the case that your performance has to drop after...
John Danaher: “BJJ’s Greatest Gift Is The Idea Of Solving Problems Under Stress”
Mar 20, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
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...
The Challenge Of Problem-Solving In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 19, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Ever wondered why Jiu-Jitsu attracts so many “nerds”? Well, one of the reasons is the beautiful problem-solving aspect of Jiu-Jitsu. It’s about having to figure out the solution to...
Gordon Ryan Says That Boxing Is One Of “The Most Limited Martial Arts”
Mar 14, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan recently shared his thoughts on the practicality of boxing in real-life situations. In a social media post (as reported by BJJDoc), he questioned the effectiveness of boxers outside the...
Is It Rude To Refuse Rolling With Women In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Mar 13, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Refusing to roll with women in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can be perceived as rude, depending on the context and the manner in which it’s done. In BJJ, respect and inclusivity are important values. If...
Vinicius „Draculino“ Magalhães Explains Why BJJ Is Better Today Than It Used To Be
Mar 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
What do you think about the state of the present-day Jiu-Jitsu evolution? Is it better or worse than what took place a few years or even decades ago? Well, the legendary Vinicius „Draculino“...
Roger Gracie On Biggest Difference Between MMA & BJJ: “It’s The Speed”
Mar 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
What’s the biggest difference between mixed martial arts (MMA) and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)? There are a lot of possible answers for this question. For Roger Gracie, the number one answer is...
Khabib Says He Doesn’t Want His Son To Fight MMA: “He’s Going To Train, But…”
Mar 06, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Khabib Nurmagomedov, the celebrated former UFC lightweight champion and Hall of Fame member, recently shared insights into his son’s interest in MMA – and his own reservations about a...
Should You Ever Not Tap Out In BJJ? John Danaher Shares His Opinion
Mar 05, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Tapping is the most important move in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It makes it possible for you to keep training and competing for years to come, and it also opens up more learning and rolling opportunities....
Craig Jones Says It’s More Embarrassing To Pass Out Than To Tap Out
Mar 03, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Craig Jones recently offered valuable advice to MMA fighters about the importance of knowing when to tap out during a fight. Namely, in a video where he breaks down UFC submission moves, Jones...
Henry Cejudo: “Khabib Wouldn’t Get Up [Against An NCAA Wrestler]”
Feb 27, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
It goes without saying that Khabib Nurmagomedov‘s wrestling is elite… However, Henry Cejudo is convinced that the Dagestani national wouldn’t be able to defeat an American...
Giancarlo Bodoni Says White Belts Should Learn Heel Hooks: “Not More Dangerous Than A Kimura”
Feb 22, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
While some traditionalists caution against early adoption of Heel Hooks in BJJ practitioner’s practice, ADCC medalist Giancarlo Bodoni says that even white belts should be taught them....
[Funny] Keenan Cornelius: “No-Gi Is For People With Less Brainpower”
Feb 21, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
What are your thoughts on rolling and competing in no-gi Jiu-Jitsu? Is it harder or easier than competing in the gi? In a recent social media video, Keenan Cornelius shared his opinion on the...
How To Train BJJ If You Can’t Afford To Pay For an Academy
Feb 19, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
So, you want to train Jiu Jitsu… And, whether you want to continue training or just get started on your BJJ journey, the problem is the same – you don’t have the money for it! Look, we...
Josh Hinger: “Belt Ranks, Degrees, And Competition Wins Don’t Accurately Measure BJJ Success”
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Josh Hinger is one of the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes today… And he has recently received yet another acknowledgement for his successes – a promotion to the rank of a 3rd degree...
Ben Askren Reveals Why Retirement Is Difficult For MMA Athletes
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Retirement often doesn’t come easy to professional mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes… But why is it so? And why do some athletes move on to “the next thing” seemingly easy,...
UFC 297 Winner Says He Has “Khabib’s Wrestling & Demian Maia’s Jiu-Jitsu”
Jan 23, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
UFC 297 witnessed a spectacular start with Jimmy Flick‘s impressive victory in the preliminary card, where he secured a submission win against Malcolm Gordon. Flick, a standout from Forza...
BJJ Legend Ricardo Almeida Says BJJ Instructionals Aren’t Enough: “You Still Need A Professor”
Jan 22, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
It seems like there’s no limit to what you can learn today – all because of the power of the Internet. And that’s no different when it comes to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. YouTube...
Gordon Ryan Answers If Sambo Is Better Than Jiu-Jitsu
Jan 20, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Is sambo better than Jiu-Jitsu? Well, if you ask Gordon Ryan, it kind of is… At least in MMA. Here’s what Ryan had to say about the “age old question” in a recent conversation...
Craig Jones: “The Gi Is Dead… No One Gives A F*ck About It”
Jan 19, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The rise of no-gi Jiu-Jitsu is obvious… But what does it mean for the gi? Well, Craig Jones thinks that the gi is done for. Namely, when the Club Good Podcast host asked him whether or not...
How To Make Gi Jiu-Jitsu As Popular As No-Gi? Felipe Pena Shares His Thoughts
Jan 16, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Some people prefer the gi, while others prefer training in no-gi. That’s a given and there’s nothing right nor wrong with any of the two choices. However, it’s evident that no-gi is...
Gordon Ryan Says That ADCC Should Increase Winner Payouts To $250k+ Per Division
Jan 13, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan recently emphasized the need for the Abu Dhabi Combat Club (ADCC) to significantly raise its prize money – in order to spur the development of the sport. During his appearance on...
Chael Sonnen: “Every Grappling Event Should Have The Same Rules”
Jan 13, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Submission grappling is becoming increasingly popular… But what stands in its way to even bigger growth and popularity? Well, Chael Sonnen believes that one of the obstacles is that the rules...
