A tip for getting better at BJJ
A tip for getting better at BJJ Here is A tip for getting better at BJJ. Handicapping yourself to make yourself better: One of the most valuable methods of improving your skills is to handicap yourself in same way that forces you to adjust in some way that encourages skill development in other critical areas. […]
All about the grips in BJJ
All about the grips in BJJ It’s All about the grips in BJJ. Especially shutting down grips. This is something we preach here at Savarese BJJ Academy (www.njbjj.com). Shutting down grips: Every attack an opponent can every do to you in grappling starts with a grip of some kind. If you can control his ability […]
Importance of posture in Jiu-Jitsu
Importance of posture in Jiu-Jitsu Importance of posture in Jiu-Jitsu can be tricky for some. One tip for posture in Jiu-Jitsu is to stay compact. Probably one of the biggest problems beginners in BJJ face is that of extending their bodies at times that make them very vulnerable to attack. Most of the fundamental postures […]
Moving up the ladder in BJJ
Moving up the ladder in BJJ Moving up the ladder in BJJ can be tricky for some. The higher you go….Moving up the ladder in BJJ, the less you will concern yourself with the standard techniques of the sport. Your first challenge when you begin your BJJ journey is to develop strong skills in the […]
In BJJ, Use the power of your hips
In BJJ, Use the power of your hips In BJJ, Use the power of your hips! Using the power of your hips is important o building a good defensive system. In most respects the human body is not particularly impressive in terms of generating power, but the hips and legs are a notable exception. When […]
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