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Discipline On and Off the Mats: Life Lessons From Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

The practice of martial arts requires discipline which transcends the physical into the more abstract mental and emotional realm, affecting our very nature. Respect, Honor and Humility Respect for the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, as well as respect for your trainer, your opponent and yourself is taught in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. More than perfecting the physical moves that will propel you through skill and belt levels and to win when you spar or in competition, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instills

Conditioning for Combat: The Fitness Benefits of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

While your first thought may be that a conditioning program for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu might consist of endless weight training and five-mile runs, the reality is quite different… Maximizing Your Gain The best conditioning and exercise for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu combat training should mimic the sport’s movements as closely as possible, targeting the specific muscles and energy levels required for combat…as opposed to merely a shotgun approach conditioning program, with no focused goal in mind. Although Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitors

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Skills Levels: Differences and Training Adaptation for Each

The incredibly rewarding, transformative path through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu belts shapes practitioners into well-rounded, skilled martial artists. There are five main Brazilian Jiu Jitsu belts for adults which include white, blue, purple, brown and black – from lowest to highest, with the higher ranking belts indicating greater skill, knowledge and experience. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Belt Progression for Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu belts differ for children to accommodate their unique developmental journey through their mastery of the art. Designed with the

Balancing Act: How Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Improves Physical and Mental Equilibrium

While it is true that balance is a vital skill for martial arts which implement many kicks, balance is also a very valuable skill – both physically and mentally – for students of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. An excellent form of balance training, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu focuses on agility and mental acuity which both facilitate good balance and it teaches falls, rolls and leg sweeps, which require precision and proper timing in conjunction with balance. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which is considered

The Benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for All Ages: A Family’s Journey

Whether someone of any age is interested in a sport that is fun, challenging and healthy or you are looking for a family affair – an activity that everyone in the family can enjoy, bond over and talk about at the dinner table, Brazilian Jiu-Jitu offers something for everyone. From children to seniors, the benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are enormous. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu conditioning provides a high-intensity work-out for the full body. This exceptional and enjoyable martial art will not only

The Evolution of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Tracing Its Roots and Modern Innovations

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu…its history, a richly woven tapestry, began with the origin of Kodokan Judo, a Japanese martial art which focuses on the most optimal and efficient use of energy to best larger, stronger opponents. Kodokan Judo’s origins can be traced as far back as 1882 when Japanese martial artist Kano Jigoro Shihan studied, mastered and combined classical Jujutsu styles such as Tenjin Shinyo-ryu and Kito-ryu, as well as other combative techniques. A frail youth, Kano Jigoro incorporated what he

Jiu Jitsu for Different Age Groups: From Kids to Seniors

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Benefits Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a highly effective defense training technique which applies real-world, effective groundwork and takedown techniques to use an opponent’s force against them, providing practitioners of varying degrees of size, strength and skill the ability to gain advantage and neutralize dangerous situations. It is a martial art which has emerged from a richly woven tapestry of history and culture. One which has justly earned its respected place in the world of sports today. Brazilian

The Mental Benefits of Jiu Jitsu

Learning a new skill can be rewarding, but mastering the martial art of Jiu Jitsu can be particularly gratifying. The physical advantages of practicing Jiu Jitsu are very tangible, as this esteemed martial art is a full-body work-out providing participants with increased strength, improved physical fitness and the numerous health benefits that accompany that, as well as increased reflexes, balance, coordination, mobility and flexibility, as well as optimal weight maintenance. However, slightly less tangible, yet still massive in scope are

The History and Legacy of Mission Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Mission Jiu-Jitsu Academy…it’s a name possessing a long-standing legacy synonymous with skill, strength, determination and the time-tested techniques of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu – a name with a reputation earned on merit, gained through grit and deserving of its highly accredited distinction within the world of martial arts. The impressive Gracie family legacy began on the streets of Brazil in tandem with the emergence of no holds barred competitions. These hardcore, no rules Brazilian street fights spanned across a wide array

Incorporating Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Into Daily Fitness Routines

The health (and other) benefits of making Brazilian Jiu Jitsu part of your regular physical fitness program are voluminous. Dynamic and fun, aside from providing its practitioners with an effective and realistic self-defense mechanism, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu stimulates the body and mind. Just some of the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu workouts health benefits: Unlike exercise fads such as spinning, which primarily focuses on your legs, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a total body workout, working every single muscle group within your body.

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