We all want to discover the “secret” to quick gains. That’s why we buy DVDs, go to seminars, and get private lessons. That’s how fitness companies sell us workout gizmos and dietary supplements. And if we’re being hon...
Posted on February 12, 2019
Matt Kirtley
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In his newest blog post, Marshal talks about the challenges of being in an all-levels class and how you can get the most out of one, whether you are a beginner or advanced student.
Posted on February 05, 2019
Marshal Carper
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Several years ago, I became interested in a vegan diet for ethical and environmental reasons, but at the time, I did not know anyone else in BJJ who was vegan or eating a plant-based diet, so I was not sure it was pos...
Posted on January 29, 2019
Matt Kirtley
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Jiu-jitsu confidence can be fragile and complicated. Marshal’s new blog post dives into the process of building an effective jiu-jitsu mindset.
Posted on January 22, 2019
Marshal Carper
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For many white belts, earning a blue belt can seem like the ultimate prize, but it can also be the source of so much anxiety. This guide will show you the right way to approach setting goals around belt ranks.
Posted on January 15, 2019
Matt Kirtley
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In Meet the Pandas we explore what drives the many members of the Panda Nation. In the previous episode we introduced Javier Palomo: walking encyclopedia of the grappling arts, host of the Grapper Union Podcast and co...
Posted on January 10, 2019
Daniel Bertina
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Marshal’s new blog discusses the strategic concept of establishing a persistent threat in every position. Learn more in his new blog!
Posted on January 08, 2019
Marshal Carper
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Upgrade the power of your guard with these 10 exercises from Panda Nation’s Alexander Sterner.
Posted on December 19, 2018
Alex Sterner
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Marshal has a competition-neutral stance with his students, leaving it up to them to decide if competition is a path they want to take. In this article, he breaks down that philosophy, its benefits, and its challenges.
Posted on December 18, 2018
Marshal Carper
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Learning to see the concepts behind techniques accelerates your learning by leaps and bounds. In his latest blog post, Matt talks about how to shift into this concept-based mindset.
Posted on December 12, 2018
Matt Kirtley
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The dreaded training plateau. Marshal talks about this longest plateau ever and how he beat it.
Posted on December 04, 2018
Marshal Carper
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When my mom tells me the story of my time in kindergarten, first there’s the mandatory prelude of the battle to get me into the building. As soon as we parked, I would turn into a spider monkey and get a hold of anyth...
Posted on November 15, 2018
Nelson Puentes
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