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The MMA Rules Are Broken
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The MMA Rules Are Broken

After Chris Weidman repeated poked Bruno Silva in the eyes it became clear that it’s time for MMA to update it’s rules and how it handles fouls.

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Jiu Jitsu for Life
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Jiu Jitsu for Life

Jiu Jitsu is a marathon, not a sprint. Embrace the idea that BJJ should be a lifetime pursuit.

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Why You Should Compete in Jiu Jitsu
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Why You Should Compete in Jiu Jitsu

Jiu Jitsu competition is a great way to test yourself and to improve your BJJ skills. These are all the reasons why you should step on the mat to compete.

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Jiu Jitsu School Red Flags
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Jiu Jitsu School Red Flags

If you’re not at the right school your Jiu Jitsu will suffer. Here’s a list of 10 signs you’re at a bad BJJ school.

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Jiu Jitsu Cross-Training
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Jiu Jitsu Cross-Training

Cross training can be a useful tool when trying to improve your jiu jitsu. This guide will help you understand the best practices when visiting other schools and what the benefits are.

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The Cost of Jiu Jitsu
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The Cost of Jiu Jitsu

The cost of jiu jitsu can vary, but here are some tips on how you can reduce those expenses.

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Jiu Jitsu Pet Peeves
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Jiu Jitsu Pet Peeves

Jiu Jitsu is not unlike other sports: there are some things that people do that they really shouldn’t.

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Surviving as a White Belt
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Surviving as a White Belt

The Jiu Jitsu white belt faces a tough road ahead, but it is a road well-worth traveling.

Here is the best advice you can get on how to survive your time as a Jiu Jitsu white belt.

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The Evolution of Jiu Jitsu
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The Evolution of Jiu Jitsu

In order to understand the modern jiu jitsu game you must first understand where jiu jitsu comes from and how it evolved.

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Jiu Jitsu Etiquette
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Jiu Jitsu Etiquette

Some bjj schools are very strict while other are more laid back. This is your guide to navigating the waters of jiu jitsu etiquette and what you should and shouldn’t do.

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