The road to one’s black belt in BJJ is long and fraught with a seemingly endless array of challenges. Let’s look at some commonly agreed upon statements or even cliches about the journey to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt. First, an extremely small percentage of people who walked into an academy the very first time […]
We think so! Check out the top 7 Health Benefits of Training in the Martial Arts: 1. Mobility & Agility 2. Strength & Power 3. Improved Flexibility 4. Improved Stability & Coordination 5. Lowered Blood Pressure & Heart Rate 6. Mental Concentration 7. Stress Relief The treadmill and gym are boring – training in the martial […]
What do I put in my Journal? Part 2 of 2 Organizing Jiu Jitsu in your head can be very difficult, so I like to use the analogy of your brain as a computer. And when you right click, a drop down menu pops up with all of your Jiu Jitsu Positions such as Mount, Guard, Side […]
Why Journal? Part 1 of 2 I love to write. It was my favorite subject in school and it is one of my goals to publish a book before I am 35. Because of my passion for writing, journaling has always been something that has felt natural. I keep multiple journals (personal, business, & training). […]
Making friends and participating in school can be very difficult for children who shrink from the spotlight. Children who are socially awkward usually have a very hard time engaging with peers or defending themselves physically, mentally, or emotionally. Painfully shy children often suffer from anxiety and behavioral inhibitions in social situations. As a parent, you […]