I am thoroughly convinced that Jiu-Jitsu wants you to quit. I often tell this to students at the end of my seminars. Many of them sit and nod their heads in agreement at knowing that feeling. If this were not true, then why do so many people quit either at the beginning or somewhere in the midst...

When I was coming up through the ranks, I made a lot of mistakes that I wish I could take back. The past is the past I know BUT if only I had a time machine I would go back and set myself straight about a few things. Here is what I would say.

1. Always think about injury before going to class. I...

People get into Jiu-Jitsu for many different reasons, from self-defense to improving fitness and beyond. Here are just a few ways that Jiu-Jitsu can improve your fitness:

1. Flexibility
The movements and skills you learn and execute in Jiu-Jitsu increase your flexibility over time. With an...