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Best BJJ Belt
Graduating to the next ranking belt in BJJ is a big achievement. Everyone remembers that feeling of finally being awarded a blue belt...
King Calisthenics
Feb 20, 20249 min read
Are You Allowed To Use Your Elbows In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has grown in popularity in recent years and it’s no wonder why. It’s an incredibly high-energy martial art and it’s...
King Calisthenics
Feb 20, 20244 min read
Are Throws Allowed In BJJ? (Rules Explained for Beginners)
There are lots of different types and forms of martial arts out there, with so many different rules and laws, that it can be hard to keep...
King Calisthenics
Feb 20, 20244 min read
How Many Times Should You Train BJJ A Week? (Beginner’s Guide to Training Schedules)
Have you started training BJJ and aren’t sure if you are doing enough? Maybe you have heard that you have been training more than you are...
King Calisthenics
Feb 20, 20244 min read
What Does It Mean To Tap Out? (And When Should You?)
Combat sports are designed to push people to their limits, and every fighter dreams of victory. But sometimes an opponent puts you in a...
King Calisthenics
Feb 20, 20244 min read
How To Wash A Gi – Full Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
A uniform is a very important part of martial arts. By having people all wear the same design of uniform, it encourages the idea that...
King Calisthenics
Feb 19, 20244 min read
How Often Do They Promote You In BJJ? – Belts Explained
Belt promotions are some of the most exciting occasions in a BJJ practitioner’s journey. This is the time when you get something physical...
King Calisthenics
Feb 19, 20244 min read
Is BJJ Good For Self Defense? (Practical BJJ Breakdown)
With crime rates rising and more horrifying stories coming out about people getting attacked every day, it has become more and more...
King Calisthenics
Feb 19, 20244 min read
What Does BJJ Stand For? (Origins and History Explained)
The most common meaning for BJJ is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, this is a distinct style of martial art that is an efficient form of combat that...
King Calisthenics
Feb 19, 20244 min read
What Does BJJ Stand For? (Origins and History Explained)
The most common meaning for BJJ is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, this is a distinct style of martial art that is an efficient form of combat that...
King Calisthenics
Feb 19, 20244 min read
How To Tie Gi Pants – Step-by-Step for Beginners
It might surprise you just how many people can’t tie their gi pants correctly. If you’re a beginner and you just can’t get the waistband...
King Calisthenics
Feb 18, 20244 min read
Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Good For Self-Defense In A Street Fight?
Every martial art out there teaches that its moves and techniques should only ever be used in self-defense where there are no other...
King Calisthenics
Feb 18, 20244 min read
How To Tie A GI Belt (Quick Tutorial)
For those who are passionate about Jui Jitsu, a gi belt is a prestigious honor that represents their achievement of developing their...
King Calisthenics
Feb 18, 20244 min read
How To Prevent Turtling (Martial Arts Guide)
The turtle defensive position is considered one of the most important moves in ground fighting. It can be an essential saving grace in...
King Calisthenics
Feb 18, 20244 min read
What Is A Nelson? (And When to Use it in Fights?)
One of the most effective moves that a wrestler can pull against their opponent in the ring is the Nelson. There are a variety of...
King Calisthenics
Feb 18, 20244 min read
What Is A Half Nelson? (Is it Effective?)
Wrestling might only be a sport, but that does not mean that it isn’t a complicated and demanding sport. Whilst many people like to point...
King Calisthenics
Feb 17, 20244 min read
What Activities Are Done In A Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Class? (What to Expect)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a popular and important martial art in self-defense, fist fights, and physical fitness. It is a highly effective...
King Calisthenics
Feb 17, 20244 min read
What Does Hang Ten Mean? (Slang Defined)
The hang ten or the shaka sign is one that is synonymous with surfer culture and in communities around the world, but particularly in...
King Calisthenics
Feb 17, 20244 min read
What Does OSS Mean In BJJ? (Terms Defined)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most popular (and intense) martial arts in the world. It has a huge following of dedicated fans,...
King Calisthenics
Feb 16, 20244 min read
Is Slamming Allowed In BJJ? (Rules Explained)
It is general knowledge that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) makes use of a number of dubious techniques, which are then not helped by the many...
King Calisthenics
Feb 16, 20244 min read
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