A Jiu-Jiteiro Amongst Mixed Martial Artists
A few months ago, Marshal picked up a head instructor role at an MMA gym in Pittsburgh. How has training a mix of fighters and sport jiu-jiteiros influenced his teaching style?
Common Beginner Takedown Mistake: No Grip-Fighting
Are you struggling to finish takedowns? The stand-up game is a common point of frustration for jiu-jiteiro because of how quickly a failed takedown can spiral into a bad position. When we work with students of our own, we often see that even if their takedowns are technical, they overlook the importance of grip-fighting, which leads to trouble.
Pole Vaulting and BJJ
Myth Busting Stretching [Part 2]
Matt separates truth from fiction in the latest post in his on-going series on mobility training for BJJ athletes. Read it today and enlighten yourself.
The Self-Taught Dimension of BJJ
Is going online to learn jiu-jitsu mandatory at this point? Almost. Marshal has more in his new article.
Laying the Groundwork for a Mobility Practice [Part 1]
Are flexibility and mobility the same thing? When and how should you stretch for BJJ? In this first post in a new series on mobility training for BJJ, Matt answer these questions and clears up common confusions about stretching.
Tips for Teaching Jiu-Jitsu
Interested in learning to teach? Marshal has some advice for newbie instructors, whether you’re officially covering a class or just helping a new student with a question after class.
Remember when… And moving forward
In his latest blog post, Nelson reflects on the pros and cons of being a full-time competitor and how it shaped the growth of Inverted Gear and his life in general. Give it a read today.
Breath and Rib Training for BJJ
Samantha Faulhaber, FRCms, FRAs, is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and mobility specialist, and she’s back with a new article and video on breath and rib training!