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This Is Why You Should Still Use Old-School BJJ Moves
In its inception, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was created for self-defense. Because of this, many of the techniques that were taught focused on striking awareness and the ability to overpower or subdue a bigger, stronger opponent. There…
7 Vital Fitness Habits You Need To Establish In Your 20’s
When you’re in your 20’s, it can be a challenge to prioritize your fitness and health. After all, you spend a large portion of your time juggling work commitments with family time, your social life…
All You Need To Know About Taking The Back In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
If you’ve been practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for awhile, you’ve probably heard your professor emphasize the importance of back control. Back control is considered to be the most dominant position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu because of the…
5 Ways Martial Arts Makes You Fearless
“Once you become fearless, life becomes limitless.” How many times have you avoided doing something or missed an opportunity because you were afraid? Like limits, fear is something that exists only in your mind –…
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This Is What Boxing Legend Wladimir Klitschko Wants You To Know About Failure
At the age of 41, Wladimir Klitschko stepped inside Wembley Stadium and suffered the only knockout he’s had in 13 years. Nevermind that his opponent was 27-year-old rising heavyweight superstar Anthony Joshua, an Olympic gold…
6 Regrets You Wouldn’t Have If You Had Gone To The Gym Instead Of Drinking
Sometimes, your colleagues ask you to join them for some after work drinks, or maybe a friend invites you to drink away the weekday blues after having dinner. Well, whatever it is, these drinking plans…
Here’s How This 9-Year-Old Transformed His Life And Became Healthy Through Martial Arts
In this digital age, kids are often exposed to all kinds of technology – from iPads to computers and TVs. Hence, it comes as no surprise that their idea of fun sometimes means sitting and…
8 Ways Our Dads Taught Us To Be Warriors
“What we become depends on what our fathers teach us at odd moments, when they aren’t trying to teach us. We are formed by little scraps of wisdom.” – Umberto Eco As we were growing…
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These 5 Martial Arts Fathers Raised Superstars
Fathers are the voices of our families. They are the wisdom, the strength, and the wind in the sails of their children. Over the years, they have made countless sacrifices for us to make sure…
