Felipe Costa Stripped Of IBJJF No-Gi World Title After Positive Test
Mar 22, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Felipe Costa’s breakout year in grappling has hit a major roadblock. After an impressive run that saw him win bronze at ADCC 2024 and claim his first IBJJF No-Gi World Championship title in the...
Nicky Rodriguez Talks PEDs: “It Takes Away From The Purity Of The Sport”
Mar 07, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Nicky Rodriguez recently weighed in on the ongoing debate about introducing stricter PED testing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. While some promotions, like the IBJJF, conduct limited testing for winners of...
Leo Vieira Shares Surprising Take On PED Use In Jiu-Jitsu
Jan 22, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Leo Vieira – a celebrated figure in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as both a competitor and coach – recently shared his nuanced views on the contentious issue of PED use in the sport. Vieira began by...
Firas Zahabi: “Even The Most Technical Guys In BJJ Are On Juice”
Jan 07, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Firas Zahabi, a black belt under John Danaher and head coach of Tristar Gym, recently delved into the pervasive issue of PED use in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – claiming that a lot of athletes are...
Chael Sonnen Praises Gordon Ryan’s PED Admission: “Strength Matters”
Jan 05, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Chael Sonnen recently weighed in on Gordon Ryan’s controversial statements about performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Sonnen began by highlighting the structural challenges...
Firas Zahabi: “If You’re A Blue Belt & Take Ster*ids, You’ll Become a Purple Belt”
Jan 04, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Firas Zahabi, a respected black belt under John Danaher and head coach at Tristar Gym, has voiced strong concerns about the pervasive use of PEDs in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Zahabi begins by addressing...
Robert Drysdale: “Doctors Aren’t Against PEDs (In Professional Combat Sports)”
Dec 29, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
BJJ champion and renowned coach Robert Drysdale has stirred up controversy with his thought-provoking perspective on PEDs in combat sports. He argues that the current regulatory framework is flawed...
Ruotolo Brothers Share 10 Reasons They Do Not Use Ster*ids
Dec 21, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The Ruotolo brothers, widely regarded as two of the top grapplers in the world, have long been outspoken critics of performance enhancing drugs (PEDs) in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Kade Ruotolo notably...
Gordon Ryan Speaks Out On When He Started Using Ster*ids
Dec 17, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan recently opened up about his history with steroids – and the reasoning behind his decision to use them. Ryan explained that the lack of testing played a significant role in his initial...
Joe Rogan Talks Gordon Ryan’s Ster*id Use: “He Is A Pragmatist”
Dec 15, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
On a recent episode of his podcast, Joe Rogan weighed in on the heated debate surrounding Gordon Ryan and the use of PEDs in combat sports. Ryan has argued that PEDs enhance athletic performance and...
Gordon Ryan Talks What The “Real Ster*id Problem” Is In Jiu-Jitsu
Dec 13, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan has been vocal about advocating for steroid use in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… Even though he feels that there is a problem with its use. But not the one you might expect. In a recent...
Craig Jones Criticizes Mikey Musumeci: “Don’t Grandstand…”
Dec 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Craig Jones has recently shared his views on contract negotiations and the challenges facing professional grappling. Jones first stressed the importance of understanding the terms of their contracts...
Mark Hunt Blasts Gordon Ryan For His Stance On PEDs: “This Absolute Rat Cheater…”
Dec 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan again ignited controversy by advocating for the acceptance of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in martial arts, stating: If people want to see the best athletes, the best athletes are...
Mikey Musumeci Backtracks Ste*oid & Gordon Ryan Comments: “Awesome, Good For You”
Dec 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Mikey Musumeci has offered clarification on his recent remarks about PED use in professional grappling – following an intense back-and-forth with Gordon Ryan. After his victory at the UFC FPI 9...
Kurt Osiander Calls For Doping Regulation In BJJ: “Shouldn’t There Be A United States Jiu-Jitsu Federation?”
Nov 16, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
In a recent interview, Kurt Osiander discussed the challenges facing BJJ’s potential inclusion in the Olympics, the need for standardization within the sport… And even shared his unfiltered...
Jay Rodriguez Promises To Never Use PEDs While Competing In Jiu-Jitsu
Nov 04, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Jay Rodriguez has recently revealed his commitment to competing as a natural athlete – by stating that he won’t consider using performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) until after he retires from BJJ...
Elite Competitor Julia Alves Suspended By UAEJJF For Failed PEDs Test
Oct 28, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Elite BJJ competitor Julia Alves has recently been handed a suspension from the UAEJJF (United Arab Emirates Jiu-Jitsu Federation) – following a positive test for the banned substance Oxandrolone...
Pedro Alex Suffers 1-Year Suspension From IBJJF – Due To Failed PED Test
Sep 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: Pedro Alex, Instagram Pedro Alex has been suspended for one year from competing in IBJJF events after failing a PED test. Known for victories over top names like Roberto...
Fellipe Andrew Sanctioned By IBJJF For Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Sep 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: Fellipe Andrew, Instagram USADA announced that Fellipe Andrew has accepted a two-year suspension for violating anti-doping rules. Andrew tested positive for clomiphene and its...
Mikey Musumeci Talks Gordon Ryan’s Steroid Use: “He’s One Year Older Than Me & Looks 40”
Sep 04, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Mikey Musumeci was a guest on a recent podcast episode with Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson – and he shared a lot of his opinions. For instance, he shared his thoughts on wanting...
Craig Jones Reveals Why He Takes TRT: “I Do So Many Things…”
Jul 26, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Craig Jones recently opened up about his use of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) – and its role in managing the effects of his lifestyle. Jones shared details about his TRT regimen, which...
Did Jon Jones Use St*roids? Joe Rogan Reveals His Opinion
Jul 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
During a recent episode of the JRE MMA Show, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson joined UFC commentator Joe Rogan to discuss various topics… Including Jackson’s thoughts on former...
Craig Jones Opens Up About PED Use: “The Next Generation Is Gonna Take It Anyway”
May 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Craig Jones has been making waves recently in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, most notably by organizing the Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) – a $1 million tournament that is going to take...
ADCC Head Organizer Addresses The Question Of Having A “Natty Division” At ADCC 2024
May 18, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
During a recent livestream, ADCC promoter Mo Jassim addressed the possibility of organizing a “natty division” for athletes who have not used PEDs… And, as you might imagine, his...
