The Pain of Invisible Progress
Measuring your own progress in jiu-jitsu is a difficult challenge. Here's how to overcome it.
Panda Podcast Episode 2: Grappling Camps
Nelson sits down with Matt Kirtley, the writer for Aesopian.com and r/BJJ mod, to play some Commander and to talk about the rise of grappling camps.
Does Jiu-Jitsu Make You a Better Person?
Can jiu-jitsu play a part in helping you through a difficult time or in helping you to realize a better version of yourself?
Mount Escapes - Free Mini Instructional
Feeling crushed and squished under mount? Hillary and I shot a free mini instructional to teach you some panda secrets for escaping.
The Octagon Shoutout Experience
What's it like to hear your name mentioned in a post-fight octagon interview? Marshal has the story.
Black Belts and Board Games Episode 1: Reaps and Gi vs. No-Gi
Nelson and Matt sit down for a game of Commander and talk about reaping rules and the technical merits of gi and no-gi training.
Troubleshooting Scissor Guard
Is your scissor guard getting passed? Here are some pointers for building a stronger position to give you more opportunities to block the pass and get the sweep.
Defending the Double Ankle Sweep
Standing to pass is a great way to give yourself more leverage and mobility, but the double ankle sweep can be frustrating.
4 Ways to be a Better Teammate
We need other people on the team to step up, and these are things you can do without being asked or deputized.
Preventing Groin Pain During Armbars
Are you having trouble "placing" the armbar when you go for the finish? If you're experiencing groin pain with this submission, here's how to fix it.
Maintaining Knee on Belly
A Redditor was having trouble with maintaining knee on belly, so we shot a video response for White Belt Wednesday. Check it out!
Are you “on tilt” when you compete?
"On tilt" is the idea is that if you make a mistake or hit a stroke of bad luck, it can disrupt you mentally.