A Better Warmup For BJJ: Hamstrings
The hamstring complex is an important area to warm up before jiu-jitsu. Tight hamstrings limit your guard flexibility, add to...
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Olympic Lifting for BJJ?
Everyone these days has an opinion on the Olympic lifts. Thanks to Crossfit and a resurgence of old-school functional training,...
Why You Need the Single Leg Squat for Jiu Jitsu - Part 2
In Part 1 we discussed the benefits of the Pistol Squat for BJJ players. A close relative to the Pistol...
Why You Need the Single Leg Squat for Jiu Jitsu - Part 1
When it comes to improving your strength and conditioning for sports performance the options are almost limitless. Rare, however, is...
The Six Best Loaded Carries for Jiu Jitsu and Combat Sports
Picking up a heavy load from the floor and walking around with it is one of the best things you...
Jiu Jitsu Workouts with the Bulgarian Bag
The Bulgarian Bag was designed specifically with one sport in mind: grappling. In 2005, the bag’s creator, Ivan Ivanov, was...
The Five Best Kettlebell Exercises for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
It’s no mystery that the kettlebell is an effective tool for BJJ strength and conditioning. It’s versatility and construction make...
Strengthen Your Weak Spots - Fixes for Five Common Problem Areas
Chances are when you hit the gym you go after high-impact exercises like squats, deadlifts, and presses. No doubt it’s...
You're Injured, Now What? - Part 2 How to Train When You're Injured
In Part 1 we talked about reframing the outlook of an injury for the better. We discussed how to make...
