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Tag: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Me vs. White Belt Me
In his latest article, Marshal reflects on how his perspective on jiu-jitsu has changed in the 10+ years since he first stepped on to the mat.
A Jiu-Jiteiro’s Guide to Surviving the Workday
Most of us spend our days sitting in front of screens, whether that’s at work desks or our couches, and this takes a toll on our bodies we often fail to take seriously. Sitting all day may seem “low stress” since it is low effort, but being sedentary has its own damaging effects on our physical and mental health. We then act surprised when we go to BJJ and hurt our lower backs or pull muscles and wake up the day after training with stiff necks and sore joints. What makes us think sitting bent over at a desk all day will prepare our body for the stress of training? In this guide, I’ll give you the practical advice you...
Meet the Pandas – Beyond the Wrestling Ego – Pat Hemenway
Pat Hemenway has a heck of a jiu-jitsu story, part of which involves his journey with dyslexia. Daniel Bertina has the story.
What to Do with “I will never use this” Techniques
Ever learn a move in class and think to yourself, “I will never use this”? In Marshal’s new blog, he talks about why these techniques are important and what surprising results often come from them.
5 Sources of Bad Jiu-Jitsu Habits
Are you building good or bad jiu-jitsu habits? Marshal’s new article breaks down the 5 most common sources of bad technical habits in BJJ so that you can break them.
Stop Falling for “One Weird Trick” - 7 Good Habits to Build Instead
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 honest, that’s probably why you are reading this article. Let me share a story about a guy I used to train with. He was always telling me how he “finally figured it out”, whether that was a new workout, a new diet, a new BJJ routine. This month it was a special blend of pre-workout powder. Next month it was a variation on the 5/3/1 lifting program. The month after that, those would be out the window but he’d tell me “this time...
The Best Approach to an All-Levels Class
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.
Plant-Based Diet Basics for Vegan Grapplers
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 possible. At first, I had the questions most people have about not eating animals: “How do I get enough protein? How do I get enough calories? What about healthy fats? Will I get all my micronutrients? How do I shop and meal plan? Is it all just boring tofu and salads? Where do I even start?” I had ingrained beliefs about the need for animal protein and dairy products that made me worry I would not be able to...
The Strange Challenge of Jiu-Jitsu Confidence
Jiu-jitsu confidence can be fragile and complicated. Marshal’s new blog post dives into the process of building an effective jiu-jitsu mindset.
The Right Approach to Earning Your Blue Belt
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.