Staying Positive and Focused While Indoors
Everybody enjoying quarantine? I think the most surprising thing I’ve learned about myself these past few weeks is how many unique songs I can make [...]
How Often Should I Rest?
One thing I’ve gotten in the habit of in jiu-jitsu (and other sports) is “saving myself for next time.” In the context of jiu-jitsu, that [...]
Rolling at a New BJJ Gym
Jiu-jitsu is unlike any activity or sport I’ve ever done. This past weekend I got to experience a new layer that has caused my love [...]
Managing An Injury
Injuries happen at jiu-jitsu, even though it’s called “the gentle art” (unless you’re like me and they ONLY happen outside of jiu-jitsu). I recently talked [...]
A Case Of Mat Rust
A friend of mine hasn’t attended a jiu-jitsu class since Thanksgiving. He called me after attending a class last week and reported feeling a “sharp [...]
Flow Like Water
My friend had a poster of Bruce Lee poster with his famous “Be water, my friend,” quote on it. I remember making fun of him [...]
Be Wary of “Gifts” You’re Given In Jiu-Jitsu
Have you ever been rolling with someone and they have you in mount? You feel their hand reach into your collar, and then something weird [...]
What Do You Focus On When You Roll?
So much time in jiu-jitsu is spent rolling. Each roll is usually three minutes long. The last half hour of each class is spent rolling. [...]
The White Stripe: A Neurotic Conversation I Had With Myself
When you are newer to a hobby, I think it’s only natural to question if you’re getting any better as time goes on. With jiu-jitsu, [...]
Why You Should Care Where Your Elbows Are
The closest thing I have to grappling experience is playing offensive tackle in high school. You’re taught to extend your arms as quickly as possible, [...]