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Kids and Jiu Jitsu: A Parent’s Guide
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu helps kids build confidence, discipline, and resilience in a safe, structured environment. This guide explains the benefits of youth BJJ, how to choose the right gym, what gear your child needs, and how goal-setting and journaling can support long-term growth.
Why Most People Thrive At Work, but Suck at Life
Most people don't have a discipline problem. They have a structure problem. Your job gives you deadlines, expectations, accountability, and consequences. Your personal goals usually don't. Here's how to build that structure for yourself.
BJJ for Self-Defense: How It Works
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu isn’t just a sport — it’s a practical system for self-defense. Learn key escapes, control strategies, and submissions that make BJJ one of the most effective martial arts for real-world encounters.
Gi vs No-Gi Jiu Jitsu: Differences, Benefits, and Training Tips
Gi and no-gi jiu jitsu share the same foundation but differ in grips, pace, and strategy. Learn the technical differences, pros and cons, and how beginners should approach each style.
Top 10 Jiu Jitsu Podcasts to Follow
Looking to improve your jiu jitsu off the mat? These ten Brazilian Jiu Jitsu podcasts cover mindset, strategy, training philosophy, and interviews with top athletes—perfect for learning during commutes, recovery days, or rest weeks.
Training Frequency: How Often Should You Train BJJ?
How often should you train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? This guide breaks down ideal training frequency for hobbyists vs competitors, how to avoid burnout, and how consistency beats intensity every time.
Recovery & Mobility for BJJ: How to Stay on the Mats Longer
Jiu jitsu recovery isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing what works. Learn how foam rolling, massage tools, mobility work, and tracking your recovery can help you stay on the mats longer.
Common BJJ Injuries & How to Train Around Them
Jiu jitsu injuries don’t have to end your training. Learn the most common BJJ injuries and how to adjust your training to stay on the mats while healing.
BJJ Gi Weight Explained: Grappling Mobility and Performance
The weight of a BJJ gi is not just a number on a tag. It shapes how freely a grappler moves, how fast fatigue sets in, and how well the body performs when it truly counts. Gi weight influences guard retention, takedown speed, mat transitions, and even stamina over the course of a long training session.
10 Common Mistakes New BJJ Students Make (and How to Avoid Them)
Most beginners don’t fail in jiu jitsu — they burn out or get injured. Learn the most common mistakes new BJJ students make and how to avoid unnecessary setbacks.

