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  • Boston Crab Submission in MMA

    This guy pulled off the wall of Jericho, AKA the Boston Crab in an MMA fight: Image Taken from Sherdog.com Forum (probably the best MMA forum in the world, especially now the Cagewarriors forum is gone!)   Check out some other excellent and entertaining WWE Pro Wrestling moves in MMA in this video: List of…

  • MMA for Beginners

    This will look at the technical aspects of MMA, rather than the rules etc, for those who want to train, rather than exclusively watch the sport. Boxing Before you begin Adopt a side-on boxing stance Usually your dominant foot is at the back, so most people will have their left leg in front Be on…

  • How to Treat IBS & Acid Reflux

    Updated March 1st, 2021 Try apple cider vinegar 5-10ml in 100ml water before meals (this is acidic so swill water in your mouth afterwards to mitigate damage to tooth enamel) – Update – I now use Apple Cider Vinegar tablets Update 2021 – Livespo Probiotics really, really helped my IBS – it’s now non-existent Try…

  • The Benefits of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    I must admit that I have been a little cynical of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) in recent years but realise that I’ve been a bit of a bellend – projecting my own insecurities onto it. For example, blaming the cost of gis, tournaments, memberships etc. for my lack of interest & progression, is just me…

  • Joe Rogan & Robb Wolf

        I’m paraphrasing here, so please check the podcast if you get time Robb says that he uses the sauna for recovery after BJJ and it makes a massive difference. He uses ice baths occasionally, but doesn’t find the same benefits in terms of recovery as he does with saunas. The sugar industry back…

  • Office Yoga *infographic*

    Sick infographic about office yoga. Excel at office stretching whilst crunching data in your spreadsheets…     http://www.jfk-binding.co.uk/blog/office-yoga-infographic/

  • Does MMA actually “Dissolve the ego”

    No, not really, well yes sometimes…   No, MMA Doesn’t Dissolve the ego because… You never really see a humble jits guy, sharing a meme or video about how great wrestling or striking is, do you? Jiu Jitsu is part of their identity, and therefore their ego. If it were true, wouldn’t Wanderlai Silva be…

  • Training Goals

    Training Goals for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I’m hoping this will make me more structured and motivated with my training. I’m not too fussed about winning a medal, but it will be good to compete to pressure-test myself and all the Sports Psychology I’ve been reading about over the last 12 months.   Jiu Jitsu Outcome Goals…

  • Mount Escapes in MMA & BJJ

    Some tips: Move Your Head to the Side When you Bridge When you bridge – Move your head to the opposite shoulder. If you bridge to your left, put your head on your right shoulder. Bring your feet to your bum so you can raise your hips as high as possible I slam my feet…

  • Unreal MMA Slam and Low Kick

    10 years ago today,   Slam:   Low Kicks