A Game Architecture: Monitoring Skill Mastery
Oxford defined “optimum” (adj.) as “best or most favorable; optimum.” What does that mean for your Jiujitsu? This is Article
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A-Game Architecture: The SWOT Analysis
This is article 3 of 5 in a series about architecting your A-Game for Jiujitsu. Where should we start in
Jiujitsu Algorithmics
Have you ever tried to solve a Rubik’s cube? A 3D combination puzzle with 6 different colors on each cube
A-Game Architecture: Define Your Future State
This is article 2 of 5 in a series about developing your A-Game: Define Your Future State Once you’ve done
Get a Grip! Prevent Finger Injuries and Snap Limbs!
If you’ve ever tried Jiujitsu, I would bet you’ve had a finger injury. If not, you probably train like a
Why “Zero Tolerance” Alone is Not an Effective Response to Predatory Behavior
The Jiujitsu community is once again facing allegations of sexual predatory behavior. Cyborg Abreau made a statement post on social
Tap, Nap, or Snap?
Should you Show Mercy in Jiujitsu? What’s your take on the “this is BJJ, it’s on you to tap” approach?
Who is the most dangerous group to roll with?
Scrolling the Internet and this is the question of the day. “Who is the most dangerous group to roll with?”
Are You Happy?
Mark Rippetoe has famously said, “Many of us believe that a grown man weighs 200 pounds. He just does. Bigger and stronger
I’m done rolling with big guys
I’m done rolling with big guys This was the post of someone that was tired of training and getting injured.
Triple Down on Your Strengths
The “A” Game I am a fan of doing what you are good at. We hear a lot of advice on
The Skill Life-Cycle
If you’re a software engineer or architect, this may vibe with you. The Skill Life Cycle can be viewed much
5 Steps to Learn Any Technique
The Hamster Wheel We spend a lot of time on the mats training our technique. Most of us spend an
DIY Balance Board & Muscle Roller
One of the best ways to get your “Mat Legs” is through balance drills. Your equilibrium and staying on your
3 Resistance Band Drills For Grappling
I’ve used resistance bands for training for over a dozen years. The right bands can add a lot of value
Hard Work Profile: Tom Brady
Love him or hate him you can not deny him. He is arguably the greatest Quarterback of all time in
Strength Training 201: Overload Lifts
I’ve been a fan of Overload movements for a long time. Why? I’ve always referred to it as building the
JiuJitsu Journey: Michael Whalon
Michael Whalon is a Blue Belt in Brazilian JiuJitsu under Eric Dino Lineage (Mitsuyo Maeda -> Carlos Garcie -> Carlos
5 “Simple” Steps towards Success
Keep It Simple I am a simple man. I love my family and my friends. I love my JiuJitsu. I
Why Do You “JiuJitsu”?
3 Ingredients to Steamroll Towards Success You hear the stories from people all the time if you are already involved with JiuJitsu.
3 Tips to Sharpen Your Skills
Practice Makes Habits Rolling is one of the most exciting forms learning in the academy. It accelerates your ability to
JiuJitsu Journey: Artie Grubba
Artie Grubba has been training in the grappling arts for many years, across various disciplines. He holds a Purple belt
JiuJitsu Journey: Rob Austin
Rob Austin is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Purple Belt under Andre Quiles of Chekmat. He also holds a 3rd degree
4 Overlooked Ways to Build a Strong Trunk
If you’ve followed my writing before, you are well aware that I am a fan of full-body workouts using compound,
10 High-Percentage Self-Defense Techniques: Back to School edition
Evaluating the Confrontation Dealing with confrontations is a highly debatable topic and a lengthy discussion because most confrontational scenarios are
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