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How Does Jiu Jitsu Work? The Mechanics and Philosophy Behind the Gentle Art
Tim Pupak Tim Pupak

How Does Jiu Jitsu Work? The Mechanics and Philosophy Behind the Gentle Art

Jiu Jitsu, known as the "gentle art," is a martial art that prioritizes leverage, technique, and strategy to allow individuals of any size or strength to control and submit larger opponents. Focusing on grappling and ground control, jiu jitsu teaches practitioners how to dominate by using precise body mechanics rather than brute force.

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Want to Get Away? Why Flight Delays Are Chill
Tim Pupak Tim Pupak

Want to Get Away? Why Flight Delays Are Chill

Is “loves to travel” in your dating profile bio? 

That said, traveling also requires transportation, planning, and delays: meaning airports, language barriers, lost luggage, flight cancellations, and aimless wandering – clearly, not everyone’s cup of tea.

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The Farmer and His Tree
Tim Pupak Tim Pupak

The Farmer and His Tree

In this tale, a farmer plants a tree with great enthusiasm, boasting to all his neighbors about how it will bear the sweetest fruit.

However, as time goes on, he fails to water and care for it properly. He misses one day, then the next, and then the next.

Years pass, and the tree grows weak and barren.

Meanwhile, his neighbor silently tends to his tree, putting in the work daily.

Over time, the neighbor’s tree bears abundant, delicious fruit, while the farmer’s tree withers away.

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List of the 15 Best Jiu Jitsu Podcasts
Tim Pupak Tim Pupak

List of the 15 Best Jiu Jitsu Podcasts

The list now includes a broader range of topics, from physical conditioning and mental discipline to leadership principles and personal development. Each of these podcasts provides a unique perspective, ensuring that jiu jitsu practitioners can find valuable lessons no matter what aspect of their training they're focusing on. Whether it's technical analysis, strength and conditioning, or philosophy, this list has something for every type of grappler.

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The Dark Side of Consistency: Steering a Parked Car 
Tim Pupak Tim Pupak

The Dark Side of Consistency: Steering a Parked Car 

Consistency is often looked at as the secret ingredient to success, mastery, and progress. 

And in my opinion, it is.

Being consistent is hard. It requires discipline, effort, and resilience. Especially in the beginning. 

Show up every day, put in the work, and eventually, you’ll get what you want. 

It’s that simple, right?

No, not quite.. .

Because there is a shadow side to consistency.  

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How Playing WoW turned me into a rl (Real-Life) Warrior?
Tim Pupak Tim Pupak

How Playing WoW turned me into a rl (Real-Life) Warrior?

Explore how life is the ultimate video game in this engaging blog post. The author reflects on their teenage obsession with World of Warcraft and draws powerful parallels between character development in games and personal growth in real life. Just as players start at level 1, learning skills and facing challenges to level up, we all begin our lives with potential, shaped by our decisions and efforts.

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Was Hosting the CJI Was a Good Decision for the Sport of Jiu Jitsu?
Tim Pupak Tim Pupak

Was Hosting the CJI Was a Good Decision for the Sport of Jiu Jitsu?

The Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) was created to offer a fresh and dynamic platform for jiu jitsu athletes, particularly in a landscape often dominated by established tournaments like the ADCC. Craig Jones, a renowned figure in the jiu jitsu community, envisioned CJI as an event that could provide athletes with new opportunities to compete, showcase their skills, and gain exposure and significant financial rewards.

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Why All Olympic Athletes Rely on This One Game-Changing Habit
Tim Pupak Tim Pupak

Why All Olympic Athletes Rely on This One Game-Changing Habit

Olympic athletes are the epitome of peak human performance. While talent and physical prowess play their roles, the true secret behind their success is something more profound: consistency. This game-changing habit is what sets apart the best from the rest. Consistency is not about grand, isolated efforts but about showing up every day, putting in the work, and adhering to a strict routine. It's the unglamorous, repetitive dedication that builds the foundation for victory.

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