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Stop Counting Calories, Start Rolling: A Guide to BJJ Calories Burned
Listen up, fellow grapplers and those thinking about stepping onto the mats - let me share something that changed my life more than a decade ago when I first tied...
Jiu Jitsu for Beginners: Stop Being a Victim, Learn Self-Defense
It was my first day on the mats when I learned the most important lesson in Jiu Jitsu - size doesn't matter. As a 220-pound former college wrestler, I found...
How to Start Jiu Jitsu Training – Avoid These Costly Mistakes
The rhythmic sound of bare feet sliding across a worn yoga mat filled my garage at 2 AM. While others slept, I was there drilling shrimping movements, my Gi already...
Is Jiu Jitsu Dangerous? The Truth May Surprise You
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art renowned for its focus on technique and leverage, allowing practitioners to overcome larger opponents through skill rather than brute strength. As a practitioner,...
Cold Plunge Before or After Workout? The Science-Backed Answer for Faster Recovery
Cold plunging has emerged as a very popular practice in the wellness and fitness community, professional athletes, trainers, and medical experts alike swear by its potency to fasten muscle recovery...
How Much Does Jiu Jitsu Cost? A Cost Breakdown for Beginners
Listen up, future mat warriors! After spending over a decade on the mats and earning my black belt, I'm here to break down exactly how much jiu jitsu cost for...
How Long Does It Take to Learn Jiu Jitsu? Here’s What You Need to Know
Picture this: It's 2008, and I'm getting stacked like a pancake in my first roll, wondering if my spine will ever be the same. That was my introduction to the...
Inflatable Cold Plunge Tubs: Do You Really Need Them in 2025? An Expert Deep Dive
Cold therapy has been an athletic recovery mainstay for decades. From weekend warriors to pro athletes, everybody swears by recovery ice baths for reducing inflammation, speeding up muscle repair, and...