BJJ We often document the benefits of Brazilian jiujitsu, but murmur in mention of some of the draw backs. While all sports carry risk of injury and overuse injuries, Brazilian jiujitsu in particular is known to be rough on the joints and I have heard much anecdotal evidence of finger and pain in particular in more
Off Topic As a grappler, and someone who spends a lot of time at my Stationary Computing Station / Matrix Connector Device (also known as a desk), I deal with a pretty good amount of aches and pains. I’m always on the hunt for newer and better tools to help cope with sore muscles and aching joints.
MMA Check this craziness out. Legend Enson Inoue hosts a new show from Vice Japan, which basically pits two amateur fighters from some kind of music scene against each other. I haven’t watched it yet, just the first minute, but there’s a lot of hilarious posturing already and I know it’s going to end with someone
BJJ Huge debate has opened up across forums everywhere in the light of recent failed doping tests in the UFC. I’ve seen advocates, anti-dopers and even marijuana advocates weigh in on the debate, it seems everyone has an opinion. First admission must be that we have a drug problem in MMA, where our athletes perception of
Off Topic What you need to know The snatch grip deadlift is a quality, low back friendly alternative to the conventional deadlift. Provides more ROM and time under tension than a standard squat or deadlift Excellent stimulator of posterior chain due to Increased ROM and tension Uses all the back muscles for building that yolk that can
Off Topic Check out these ads we made during our early years of business. This is what it’s like when there’s no one to tell you what to do. (click for full size!) Should we do more ads like this?