Previously I wrote about whether Strength or flexibility was most useful for Grapplers. (check it out here) We looked at some pros and cons of both and why you might choose one over the other. I ended up confessing if I could pick only one to train it would be STRENGTH but not just for the reasons you think… Sure …
During a recent Q&A session I was asked if Strength or Flexibility was more important for a Grappler and could you improve both simultaneously…? I often find this is a common question and a lot of people fall hard into one camp. The double leg, smash pass and rip your arm out of the socket guys will …
I often get asked by grapplers is stretching was ‘good for recovery’? If you’re late to the party, I’ve previously talked about why mobility wins over flexibility and how a lot of grapplers go down a flexibility worm hole. But outside of improving our athleticism or attributes – is stretching simply a good tool for recovery..? Stretching …
Sleep is integral for any grappler wanting to excel on the mat. Improved cognitive function, improved performance, better body composition, more energy, better health – the list goes on and on! I’ll keep it short and sweet. I’m going to lay out exactly how you set up a sleep routine to maximise recovery, increase gainzzzz and …
I’ve talked previously about how Netflix beats stretching for recovery – but remember ‘relaxation’ is still a relatively small percentage of effective recovery when compared to the big 2: Sleep & Nutrition So today I thought we would talk sleep. Sleep is probably the single biggest factor in terms of whether or not you can manage your …
Is the Farmers walk actually useful for grapplers or is it just an exercise thrown around by coaches because it looks ‘cool’ and is different to the more conventional exercise you see in the gym? Lets find out… First of all what even is a Farmers Walk? The Farmers Walk is a staple of strong …
Optimising Athleticism In the quest for optimal athleticism (via improved body composition) I work through a schedule of cutting, maintaining and massing. The end goal of this process is to become a bigger, stronger and more dynamic athlete. Whats the point? The Purpose of this process is to ensure that I am bringing the …
Powerlifting? Yoga? Calisthenics? As a beginner in BJJ or any grappling art it becomes apparent very quickly that strength is a big asset. Sure technique development is paramount, but to become the best athlete you can be – strength is essential. As a beginner it can be almost impossible to cut through the bullshit and actually …
Are Kettlebells useful for BJJ? Kettlebells are so hot right now and if you train with them maybe you are too. Thanks to a series of celebrity endorsements (Joe Rogan et al) Kettlbells are often touted as the ideal training tool for BJJ and Combat sports in general – but are they really that special? …
Three reasons why you should be doing HIIT and Three reasons why you should avoid it HIIT is so hot right now, and if you’re doing HIIT you’re probably hot too. HIIT is a fitness industry buzzword and is often touted as an essential for those looking to get shredded. But what is HIIT? HIIT …
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