We often talk about the benefits of Jiu Jitsu, all of the mental side effects of lower stress, better conflict management skills, even the ability to better analyze situations and look for the best possible outcome, however it seems that it is much...

Cross Training is a topic of conversation that’s always high on the list for anyone that wants to compete in any sport. Is it good? Is it bad? What are the best activities to cross train with? In general, if you are looking...

One of the most important and fastest growing demographics in the BJJ community is in the area of female practitioners.  The sport of BJJ, like most sports, had been long dominated by men, but that is changing and it is changing rapidly. The...

Anyone who trains BJJ knows that it is an amazing workout.  The average class at every BJJ gym and academy typically begins with a short (or sometimes long) warm-up that could include light jogging around the edges of the mats, calisthenics, stretching, and...

A popular workout for fighters and non-fighters alike has become the MMA style workout. Known for its tough circuits, that work cardio, muscles and toning, the workouts can get anyone in shape if followed through. MMA workouts work great as a circuit. For these circuits, I usually set each exercise for one minute. Here are […]