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  • Cutting Weight for BJJ Competitions Safely

    Poster by Araz M·
    Bare feet standing on a digital scale on a blue rug, showing an athlete cutting weight for BJJ tournament preparation.

    Most competitors don’t lose on the mat; they lose on the scale. Not because they miss weight, but because they arrive drained. Slower grips. Slower reactions.  Cutting weight for BJJ isn’t about starving or guessing. It’s about control of hydration,...

  • Creatine for BJJ: Pros, Cons, and Myths

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    Container labeled "Creatine" with its chemical structure, next to a scoop of white powdered supplement on a reflective black surface.

    We all know there aren't any real shortcuts in this sport. No powder is going to magically fix a lazy guard or give you the timing that only comes from thousands of repetitions. But when you’re three rounds into an...

  • Best Cardio Training for BJJ Athletes

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    Two martial artists in blue and white gis engage in a ground grappling match on a mat during a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition.

    A heavy cross-face is difficult to handle on a good day. It is nearly impossible when your lungs are betraying you. Most of us have felt that mid-round fog, where the mind knows exactly how to escape, but the body...

  • Fast vs Slow Promotions: What’s Better?

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    Two male martial artists competing in a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu match, wearing blue and white gis on a mat with a referee nearby.

    Watching a teammate get promoted can make you wonder if your own growth has stalled. While many ask how to get good at jiu jitsu fast, speed is only one part of the journey.  Below, we’ll review the trade-offs between...

  • Why Some People Quit at Blue Belt

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    Blue neon "EXIT" sign with a right-pointing arrow glowing against a dark background.

    Getting your blue belt usually feels like a milestone. The white belt comes off, the photos get taken, and for a moment, it feels like you’ve crossed into something more permanent.  Then training settles back into routine. Rounds get harder....