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How to Get Better at Something You’re Passionate About: The BJJ ApproachWhen it comes to getting better at something you're passionate about, like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), the journey is often just as important as the destination. Just like the steps on the shirt design—"Takedown, Pass, Submit"—improvement in any discipline, whether it's BJJ, learning a musical instrument, or mastering a skill, follows a step-by-step process. It’s not about overnight success but about gradual improvements, perseverance, and grit.1. Attention: The Power of Small ImprovementsAt the heart of learning and improvement is the principle of "progressive overload". This term, often used in strength...

CJI Day 1- Ruotolo brothers bitch-slapped and outclassed an adcc champ.  - The zenith of specialized leg-lock game exposes the separation in skill level at the very top. Levi Jones-Leary and Eoghan O’Flanagan submitted and make their opponents look like they don't belong.- Tackett brothers jumped on to the grappling scene arguably with their very first global event.CJI Day 2- Nicky Rodriguez got it DONE! Congrats- Craig Jones’ “SUNGA” hits the mat- The fight of the tournament was Tackett vs Ruotolo- Kade Ruotolo got it DONE!  Leg locks are all cool and all but, in "Attacking VS Ass Scooting" there is...

Part 2 of "Top 5 most common skin infections in BJJ and methods of prevention and cures." In light of the recent stories about the nasty skin infections circulating the grappling and MMA world, we decided to share some of our "Best Practices" for staying healthy while staying on the mats.While no one likes to think about contracting a skin infection, the reality is that these ailments are an occupational hazard for grapplers. The close physical contact and shared equipment involved in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu create an environment ripe for contagious culprits like ringworm, staph, and more to spread. Don't panic...

No-Gi Grappling: The Ultimate Functional Fitness for Busy ProfessionalsThe corporate grind, endless meetings, sedentary desk jobs - it's a lifestyle that can leave professionals feeling drained and uninspired. But what if there was a way to reclaim your energy, achieve peak fitness, and unleash your inner warrior, all while pursuing a thrilling new passion? Enter the world of no-gi grappling.This dynamic form of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, practiced without the traditional gi (uniform), has taken the fitness world by storm. And for good reason – no-gi grappling is the ultimate functional fitness for busy professionals seeking an adrenaline-fueled outlet that builds real-world...

Your browser does not support our video. You WON the lottery, time to "Earn It"In the vast expanse of time and space, amidst the billions who have walked this earth and the unfathomable potential of those who could have been, you stand as a unique individual. You are the culmination of countless possibilities, a product of chance and circumstance. But beyond the randomness of existence lies a profound truth: you are here, alive, and breathing. You have won the cosmic lottery of life.Imagine the sheer magnitude of the universe, with its galaxies swirling in an intricate dance of creation and...