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When it comes to the general population I’m about average in height and weight – when it comes to where I train, however, I’m normally one of the smaller persons at the gym. Naturally, it seems most people want to smash up and grind on a smaller person when sparring. I like experimenting with guard [...]
Recently I have been thinking about mental engagement when training Jiu Jitsu. I’ve also been recollecting on my experiences up to this point of training; I have been training for about a year and have a new belt from a recent promotion. It’s been an enjoyable, good road, and I’ve had consistent and strong attendance. [...]
Wow, sometimes I can relate. I don’t know the origins of this image but I find it hilarious.
As stated previously I am on a quest to find a well-fitting gi or kimono. Not too long ago I purchased the latest Koral Competition MKM. I’ve measured it, been wearing it, and plan on reviewing it. As great as the Koral is turning out to be, I’ve also been searching for another gi to [...]
I have been kicking myself because I haven’t announced this sooner, but a few weeks ago I was promoted to blue belt under Relson Gracie. Last month Relson Gracie was in town for a seminar at Denver Jiu Jitsu. After the seminar they held a promotion ceremony. In addition to my new belt, two teachers [...]
I have not been able to train for longer than I would like because I am shaking off a cold. Of course, I’m tempted to go train, but I won’t: training when feeling sick or ill is not just a breach of ettiquite, it’s a jerk thing to do. Grappling isn’t like other sports or [...]
A video about the “core” of Jiu Jitsu. Thanks to Brad for showing me the video.
Back in September I wrote about wearing a cup when practicing Jiu Jitsu. I decided not to wear a cup back then because of the following two arguments: In a street fight you won’t have time to put on a cup. When you don’t train with a cup, you get accustomed to it. I still [...]
Wearing a mouth guard is always a good idea when practicing Jiu Jitsu. I wear a mouth guard regularly I was excited when Elite MMA asked me to review Shock Doctor’s Power Gel-Nano mouth guard. The Power Gel-Nano is a heavy duty mouth guard with a high-quality look and feel. Looking at its packaging, one [...]
About a week ago the toenail of my 4th toe – the one next to my pinky toe – was consideraly derailed during a sparring session. About a third of the toenail was missing but it didn’t really bother me at the time. When I stopped moving around I soon noticed something didn’t feel right. [...]
I am a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) enthusiast and blogger. A blue belt under Relson Gracie, this is where I share insights, stories and reviews related to BJJ. I train in Colorado at Boulder Grappling Academy. Contact me at ryanpeterson DOT me **AT** gmail DOT com. Legal info.