NO-BS Grappler’s Workout Program
I’ve said the double kettlebell clean and press (and it’s variations) is pound for pound the best exercise on the planet for BJJ, and it is! But today […]
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Beyond The Dead Bug–How To Regain Lost Hip Mobility
In Jiu-Jitsu and kettlebells hips are everything! The more hip mobility you have, the more capable you’ll be of maximizing your strength potential and not only that — it also forges a more resilient body to resist submissions and potential injury (which I’ll get into at the end of this post). In my 20 years […]
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The Hidden Connection Between Men
As I look back I notice I’ve had some of the best conversations with my BJJ brothers after an intense rolling session. The topics were rarely about BJJ (or the latest BJJ technique of the week). It’s usually about work, personal stuff at home or their faith. To be honest, I’m not sure why I’ve opened […]
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The Dichotomy of Strength Training for BJJ
“…is there a dichotomy of strength training for BJJ”?Back in 2018 I picked up a copy Dichotomy of Leadership. If you haven’t read it. It’s about “finding balance” in life and business. It got me thinking, “is there a dichotomy of strength training for BJJ”? … how much is enough? … how much is too much? That’s the […]
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The Way You Do Anything—Is How You’ll Do Everything
One of the most important things I first taught my kids when it came to being successful in Jiu-Jitsu was not [+] how to break fall[+] how to shrimp[+] or how to perform a take down But rather… How to fold their gi Not only did this instill self-discipline–it taught them, the value of expertise, mastery and personal […]
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