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How To Do A Sleeper Hold (Quick Guide)
The sleeper choke hold is one of the most effective submission moves in the world. If it’s not performed correctly, though, it can be...
King Calisthenics
Feb 16, 20244 min read
Is Rolling The Same As Sparring In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? (Differences Explained)
If you attend a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class there will most likely be a rolling-focused section. This may also be referred to as sparring...
King Calisthenics
Feb 16, 20244 min read
Is Krav Maga Better Than Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? (Styles Compared)
Martial Arts. A term used to describe many fighting styles including Karate, Taekwondo, Krav Maga and of course, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu....
King Calisthenics
Feb 16, 20244 min read
How To Get Through Your First Month Of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Quick Tips)
One of the things that surprise people the most about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is how much work it takes in order to progress A lot of people...
King Calisthenics
Feb 16, 20244 min read
Is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu More Effective Than Taekwondo? (Self-Defense Comparison)
If you have decided to learn a martial art then you might be overwhelmed by the amount of choice available. There are so many martial...
King Calisthenics
Feb 15, 20244 min read
Is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Expensive To Learn? (BJJ Budget Explained)
Many people love BJJ, and train in it regularly! However, a lot of people are wondering how they can keep costs down. Does BJJ need to be...
King Calisthenics
Feb 15, 20244 min read
How Often Should I Go To Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes? (Training Schedules Guide)
There are a lot of different reasons why someone may want to take up Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Some people are genuinely interested in this...
King Calisthenics
Feb 15, 20244 min read
What Does The Color Of Your Gi Matter? (Meaning Explained)
Most people who do a martial art that uses a gi are used to seeing the traditional white gi. And many might be familiar with the blue gi...
King Calisthenics
Feb 15, 20244 min read
What Are The Key Moves Of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was first invented during the 1920 by four brothers who trained under a Japanese judo practitioner called Mitsuyo...
King Calisthenics
Feb 15, 20244 min read
Is Judo Better Than BJJ?
BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) is a grappling and ground combat martial art with the goal of choking or joint manipulation to bring down an...
King Calisthenics
Feb 15, 20244 min read
How To Prepare For My First Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Class
Signing up for a new type of sport or training can be super exciting, but also pretty nerve wracking at the same time. After all, nobody...
King Calisthenics
Feb 15, 20244 min read
How Many Years Does It Take To Earn A White Belt In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a popular martial art that is used by people all over the world. It’s a very high-energy martial art that requires...
King Calisthenics
Feb 14, 20244 min read
What Is A Coral Belt In BJJ?
There are those out there who practice martial arts and will try to understand as much about these combat sports as possible. However,...
King Calisthenics
Feb 14, 20244 min read
Is 50 Too Old To Start Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? (The Answer Will Surprise You!)
Brazillian Jiu Jitsu has been growing in popularity for quite some time now and it is enjoyed by all sorts of people from all walks of...
King Calisthenics
Feb 14, 20244 min read
How To Dominate In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Have you recently started to attend Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes? Chances are you are finding yourself at the bottom of grapples and...
King Calisthenics
Feb 14, 20244 min read
What Is A Sweep In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
When they are first getting started in BJJ, most beginners want to concentrate on one particular component, typically submissions. Your...
King Calisthenics
Feb 14, 20245 min read
Is BJJ Worth Learning?
From the outside looking in it can be difficult to know what martial arts would suit you and what martial arts would be worth learning....
King Calisthenics
Feb 14, 20244 min read
Is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Good For Weight Loss?
Wanting to lose weight is a popular reason why so many people take up different types of exercise and sports. However, many people still...
King Calisthenics
Feb 14, 20244 min read
What Color Gi Should I Buy For Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Have you started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and aren’t sure what color Gi you need? Maybe you have seen Gi’s in lots of bright or funky colors...
King Calisthenics
Feb 14, 20244 min read
Is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu A Good Outlet For Mental Health?
Most of the main reasons why people take up Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is because they want to learn a form of self-defense or they want to...
King Calisthenics
Feb 13, 20244 min read
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