Grip strength is an often-overlooked yet crucial component of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. A powerful grip can mean the difference between securing a submission or losing control of an opponent. Few understand…
In a candid discussion at Gold’s Gym, renowned strength and hypertrophy expert Dr. Mike Israetel broke down the crucial role of strength in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu during a training session with…
Renowned jiu-jitsu coach John Danaher has shared his perspective on the age-old debate of skill development versus physical attributes in athletic performance. In a recent discussion, Danaher challenged conventional wisdom…
In a candid discussion about PEDs in competitive jiu-jitsu, Gordon Ryan made a striking declaration about his perspective on life and legacy: “I would rather die with a legacy at…
Satoshi Ishii, the youngest ever Olympic judo champion, embraced vegetarianism as part of his Buddhist upbringing and training. In a revealing interview on Bodoni’s podcast, Ishii shared that he attended…
In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, myths and misconceptions about fitness abound. One persistent belief that continues to circulate in BJJ circles is that strength training, particularly lifting weights, will…
In a recent video, Derek from More Plates More Dates (MPMD) delved into the often-debated topic of creatine supplementation and its impact on muscle size. As one of the most…
UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili revealed he favors intense grappling sessions over traditional weightlifting to maintain his phenomenal conditioning and strength. Speaking on Jake Shields’ podcast, Dvalishvili explained that while…
Travis Stevens, a two-time judo Olympian and Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, has strong opinions about CrossFit, and they’re not positive. As an elite athlete actively competing in both judo and…
As an exercise science expert and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt, Mike Israetel has a unique perspective on how grapplers can develop the strength and power to excel on the mats.…
