A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi might appear simple at first, but the fabric’s weave shapes nearly every part of your training experience. The weave affects durability, airflow, weight, comfort, and even how much control an opponent can gain from gripping your jacket. Understanding the different weaves helps you choose a gi that actually matches your needs, […]
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Stepping onto a Jiu-Jitsu mat for the first time brings a mix of nerves and excitement. One of the concepts that often confuses newer students is how to flow roll. It gets mentioned all the time in class, usually with encouraging reminders about how valuable it is, yet it rarely gets explained in a way
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a sport that allows individuals to completely reshape their lives for the better. This sport teaches you several lessons that can be applied on or off the mats. The pursuit of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt is noble, respectable, fun, and all the more challenging. The average person will not make it
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The red belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the highest honor anyone can achieve in the art. It represents a lifetime of contribution, mastery, and influence on jiu-jitsu itself. While tens of thousands of people earn a black belt, only a tiny handful will ever reach red belt. These are the pioneers, founders, and lifelong ambassadors
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Earning a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a major milestone but it’s not the end of your progression. Once someone reaches black belt, a completely new ranking system begins. These are called degrees, and they recognize continued time, teaching, and contribution to the art. This guide breaks down exactly how BJJ black belt degrees
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What should you wear to jiu-jitsu class? Both no-gi and gi classes are covered here.
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In the past few decades, grappling arts have become increasingly popular, and for good reason! People from all around the world look at this subset of martial arts and gaze in awe. The technique and skill shown by grapplers are not only jaw-dropping but demonstrate that the use of striking techniques is not the only
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Jiu-jitsu, a martial art that originated in Japan and gained widespread popularity in Brazil, has become a favorite among people who want to improve their fitness and self-defense skills. In this post, we will cover the costs associated with learning Brazilian jiu-jitsu. This post will break down the average cost of BJJ classes, gear, and
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Starting anything new, especially at a later age in life, can be a daunting task. We run into so many obstacles in life and it seems that age is always a factor holding people back from fulfilling their potential. Every excuse under the sun could be used. You could be out of shape, haven’t worked
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Mat burn sucks. Not only is it painful but also super hard to treat especially if you keep aggravating it. This post will help alleviate some of those worries.
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Cold plunging is growing in popularity all around the world. Cold plunging has been found to have many health benefits including boosting our immune system, reducing inflammation, and promoting our overall well-being. However, when it comes to taking on the practice while you are sick you may want to be cautious. When sick, your body
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Martial arts have been practiced for thousands of years, and in recent decades, the popularity of jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts (MMA) has skyrocketed. While some may view these combat sports as violent or dangerous, there are actually many reasons why the rise of jiu-jitsu and MMA is a positive thing for the world. From
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Hey Everyone! We are back again with another gear review this time we got our hands on some BJJ Gi’s. The Origin Nomad Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi, this Gi is the cheapest Gi that is offered from Origin ($94 to $158), and it’s their model of a lightweight Gi to train in. Personally, I really liked
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Hey Everyone! We are back again with another gear review this time we got our hands on some BJJ Gi’s. This week we reviewed the Origin Pearl Weave Atleta Competition Brazilian Jitsu Gi. As always, we review with a scale that we use internally known as the Graveyard Scale (here) this is a scale that
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After testing this limited edition gi for over a week, I can confidently say it’s worth the price. While I usually prefer black gis for their look, this white one performed flawlessly — comfortable, durable, and well-made.
If you’re new to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or just looking to add something special to your rotation, this is an easy recommendation.
Reminder: We are on a mission to help people find the best combat sports gear across categories. Our goal is to review a list that consists of 8 to 12 more Gis and share our thoughts to the following Reddit communities r/fightgear, r/grapplersgraveyard, r/bjj and r/jiujitsu.
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Anxiety is more than just being stressed out. It’s a constant sense of worry, fear, or unease that can make it hard to sleep, get things done, and enjoy life in general. More and more people are turning to combat sports as a peculiar but powerful way to feel better, even though established treatments like
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Hey Everyone! We are back again with another gear review for the Fairtex BGV9 Boxing Glove. Overall, we were very pleased with this glove and rated it above average on the Graveyard Scale. As always, we review with a scale that we use internally, known as the Graveyard Scale (here). This is a scale that
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Balancing the grind of combat sports training with the demands of personal life and a professional career is no small feat. We do it and many others are out there living the same truth as us. Whether it’s finding time to recover, managing energy throughout the week, or maintaining relationships outside the gym, the challenge
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How Training Combat Sports Makes Everyday Life Better Combat sports might look intense from the outside but for those who train, they’re often the most grounding part of the day. Whether it’s Jiu-Jitsu, boxing, or Taekwondo, the discipline and clarity that come from consistent training often spill into everyday life in surprising ways. In my
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Hey Everyone! We are back again with another gear review for boxing gloves. I feel like we are reaching the point where we are comfortable crowning a winner for the Best Overall Boxing Glove after trying out these Mk1 Lace Up Boxing Gloves. As always, we review with a scale that we use internally known
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Hey Everyone! We are back again with another gear review for boxing gloves.Today, we are posting about the Rival RB10 Boxing Gloves, and we have to say that these gloves are one of the top pairs that we have tried out to date. As always, we review with a scale that we use internally known
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Hey Everyone! We are back again with another gear review for boxing gloves Sanabul Battle Forged Lether Boxing Glove. If you guys have been following along, we have bene on a journey to find the best boxing gloves under $200. We could not find recommendations doing our own researching process so we went ahead and
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Hey Everyone! We are back again with another gear review for boxing gloves. After combing through user feedback across various subreddits and exploring the many Fairtex options on the market, we decided to try the BGV16 Fairtex boxing gloves. Normally, we look for standout recommendations from the community before we settle on a specific pair,
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