So, you’re trying to figure out if Jiu-Jitsu is a good workout or not. Or maybe you’ve done it and just wanted to read someone else’s opinion on it? Either way is fine with me. You’re here now so on we go! I’ll officially go on record saying that Jiu-Jitsu is an incredibly tough workout. …
What is Jiu-Jitsu? Very simply put, it is a form of martial arts that involves taking down, wrestling with, controlling, and ultimately submitting an opponent. It is the fastest growing martial art and is actually the safest in many ways. It is touted by many as the most effective means of self defense and is…
There are a tremendous number of martial arts out there and Jiu-Jitsu is among the top as far as membership and growth. With that being the case, more and more people are taking a look at membership pricing for a Jiu-Jitsu gym to see what all the fuss is about. There is a lot to…
Jiu-Jitsu vs. Wrestling. Now this is a comparison that is sure to continue to spark some living room spats. Both are a great workout, are popular, and are highly effective. Oh, and both have an equal chance at giving you cauliflower ear. Tie on the first comparison. Outside of that though, Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling have…
One of many decisions you will make as a parent is what sport or activity to sign your child up for. It can be a big commitment and there is a seemingly endless amount of options available. It’s likely that you want them doing something that builds skill, that is good for their mental and…
There is and will always be debate on what the “best” or “most effective” forms of martial arts are. And honestly, it’s part of what makes martial arts and MMA so interesting. You have two completely different people with completely different backgrounds, and both are trying to impose their will onto their opponent with the…
There are a lot of ways to improve your Jiu-Jitsu and there are a thousand people that will tell you the best way to do it. While this article will be similar in it’s goal, I hope to provide the best ways to improve your Jiu-Jitsu that does not include your standard “eat better”, “train…
Regardless of if you are just starting out your journey or whether you have been at it a few years, there might not be anything more important than picking a Jiu-Jitsu gym. The coaches and people who you train with will have different preferences and pace. The styles of Jiu-Jitsu are different. And the way…
So, you’re thinking about starting Jiu-Jitsu. You’re not alone. A lot of people contemplate giving it a shot and that question of “should I try Jiu-Jitsu?” has brought you here. Now you are looking for guidance or perhaps some additional information to either talk you into or talk you out of it. Well friends, you’ve come…
