Think about it: have you ever competed in a jiu-jitsu tournament or just watched a jiu-jitsu competition on YouTube or UFC Fight Pass? Surely, you have noticed that all of the matches begin with both competitors on their feet.
If you read our post Top 25 Benefits: Training Jiu Jitsu, you know one idea did not make our list of the top reasons to train Jiu Jitsu. On the Joe Rogan Experience, Jocko Willink told Joe Rogan that he considers jiu-jitsu to be a superpower.
Ian “Uncle Creepy” McCall. Offensive. “The Fireball Kid” Takanori Gomi. Nope. Georges “Rush” St. Pierre. “The Irish Hand Grenade” Marcus Davis. Too many words, man....
That UFC 249 is even taking place at all is something of a minor miracle. Some people might say is as a result of a misguided attempt by UFC President Dana White to bring sports back to our televisions and into our lives during an unprecedented time in human history, much less sports history.
The instructional, Mastering the Twister, is Bravo at his best. Pure Jiu-Jitsu. All Jiu-Jitsu. Eddie’s mastery unfolds with every chapter, deeper and deeper, into the crystal clear waters. Eddie’s instruction is precise and much more efficient than you might expect from a stand-up comedian, conspiracy theorist.
Coronavirus / COVID-19 / Jiu-Jitsu / Legends / Pandemic
Jiu Jitsu champion Roger Gracie has reported that he has now recovered from a scary battle against the coronavirus COVID-19.
Imagine if you will that when you walk into a Jiu Jitsu gym and step out onto the mats for the first time. There are new faces everywhere, and you are not really sure what to expect. You also have some courage, demonstrated by the fact that you showed up and are now standing on the mat. But you don’t have any skills.
The Jiu Jitsu techniques that Renzo demonstrates are absolutely amazing in their subtlety and efficiency. Really practical and effective tips for chokes and arm bars. Even some guard passing techniques. The video is full of great Jiu Jitsu instruction.
Unfortunately, there has never been anything that has affected the entire Jiu-Jitsu community at one time like the coronavirus pandemic has. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, jiu-jitsu gyms all over are closing their doors for the foreseeable future. Some of the who’s who in the Jiu-Jitsu community, including some of the all time greats, are stepping up to answer the call.
Bruce Lee / MMA / Predictions / UFC
At the peak of a chaotic coronavirus outbreak, Zhang is carrying the weight of her nation with her in both fists. China has risen up in support of the first ever Chinese champion in the UFC. When the bell rings on Saturday night, Zhang will be fighting for far more than personal glory.
