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Summary Shrimping refers to the action of moving your hips away from your opponent by pushing off the mat with your feet and shoulders. The movement resembles a shrimp curling its body, which is where…
Summary Weight loss comes down to energy balance. To lose body fat, your body must burn more calories than it consumes over time. A commonly used estimate is that 1 kilo of body fat equals…
Summary Basing is one of the most important but often overlooked skills in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It refers to your ability to stay balanced, grounded, and stable while applying pressure or defending against sweeps. Strong basing…
Summary While BJJ is often known for ground fighting, having a reliable takedown is essential for controlling where the match begins. The fireman’s carry is one of the most dynamic takedowns available because it uses…
Summary Head control refers to using grips, pressure, and positioning to control your opponent’s head and neck. In grappling, the head follows the spine, so when you control the head, you control the body. It…
Summary To many Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners, Lachlan Giles represents more than high-level skill. He represents thoughtful problem-solving, innovation, and the idea that technique can overcome size. His performances and teachings helped reshape how grapplers approach…
Summary The Harai Goshi is a fundamental throw in judo and a highly effective takedown used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. It is recognized for its smooth sweeping motion and the power that comes from…
Summary Whether you train BJJ or wrestling, the body lock takedown works well against a wide range of opponents. Instead of shooting for the legs, you secure tight control around the torso, use angles to…
Summary In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a trip is a standing technique used to unbalance (Kuzushi) your opponent and take them down by targeting their legs. Unlike powerful judo throws that lift or launch an opponent, trips…
Summary A breakfall, known as ‘ukemi’ in Japanese martial arts, is one of the first techniques students learn in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Instead of resisting a fall, you guide your body toward the mat and use…
