Want to have more speed and cardio on the mat? The bjj drills in this video can be a great way to build speed and cardio for guard passing when rolling.
Guard passing is one of the more exhausting aspects of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. Especially if you are a guard passer who uses a lot of movement. These BJJ drills, when done as prescribed below, can help provide a big boost to the gas tank when it’s time to roll.
I’m a bigger guy. Around 210lbs. But I always get the compliment that I move like a person much smaller and I don’t get tired.. I have the pressure that they expect but I have way more speed and movement than they counted on.
I was also asked by a friend recently who is also a big guy, “How can I move faster even though I’m a big guy.”
The way that I developed my speed and movement is drilling. I taught my body to move fast.
Think of it this way. If you move and drill slow all the time. You’re teaching your body just to go slow. When it comes time to roll, you’re probably going to be unable to use the techniques at a fast pace.
Whereas, if you were to drill techniques at a faster pace. It’s likely you’ll be able to use them during a fast moving situation like rolling.
Going back to this guard passing drills video. Try using this scheme to help build your speed, cardio and movement.
* Take 5 of the drills listed in the video, or some you might know already.
*Drill them each for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Switching drill to drill with no rest.
*At the end of the 2.5-5 minutes. Switch top to bottom with your partner.
*Repeat this passing drills sequence for 2-3 sets.
Using this drills is a great way to warm up before training with beneficial moments. It’s also a great way to blow the lungs out after rolling. Trying to maintain a fast pace after you’re already tired from rolling is brutal. But it can be great for things like building cardio before competitions.
If you’ve never done drilling in this style before. Stick to 30 seconds per drill first.
