Loser’s Mindset in BJJ
My Professor recently reposted an interesting article here titled “5 Life Lessons of BJJ”. I most enjoyed the mentioning of the loser’s mindset in BJJ. The article states, “It is a loser’s mindset to hate on someone because they are superior to you at something. Respecting and acknowledging mastery comes with exposure to the red pill mindset, … Read more
“The IBJJF Medal Has No Value”
The [IBJJF] medal has zero value. It means as much as this tablecloth right here, but people still kill themselves to try to get those medals.” –Hey I didn’t say it, but Ryon Gracie did at the press conference after the Metamoris Pro. I agree and disagree and I’d love to hear your points on … Read more
How to lose your student’s respect
Sometimes I’ve had to learn these lessons firsthand. From the straggler to the intense competitor we all gotta get along. Here are several ways to lose your student’s or teammate’s respect. There are sooooo many posts about what we as students should not do, or what we should avoid but instructors have responsibilities as well. … Read more
Ronda Rousey on beating up Kim Kardashian & Bad Role Models
On the red carpet of the ESPN Body Issue a reporter asked Ronda Rousey essentially if there was anyone that she didn’t like or wanted to fight and Ronda Rousey made the comment that she’d ‘beat the crap’ out Kim Kardashian. Her quote: ”You know what, I would beat the crap out of Kim Kardashian,” … Read more
Non-BJJ isms for BJJ
Thank you Sun Tzu for unintentionally giving me some insight to further my tournament preparation. This past week has been a tough one. Between a stressful job, moving, and training my mind just simply hasn’t been where it should be but I’m back in the game now. “All men can see these tactics whereby I … Read more
Supplements won’t make you a World champion
Supplements won’t make you a world champion. Over the past few months one thing has become more and more apparent with each training session. I’ve met so many guys/girls that want to fight MMA, compete, or be a world champion. It is evident to me that none of these things can be accomplished without good … Read more
Rickson Gracie says MMA sets a bad example for young people and it ‘only attracts people who like barbarianism and all that blood’
I recently came across an interview Rickson Gracie did w/ World Jiu-Jitsu Expo Read it all it’s pretty interesting. I’ll post excerpts here and there but the transcript of the actual interview is quite lengthy. Nevertheless it is an incredibly honest reaction to the current state of MMA. Every time I visit home I’m bombarded … Read more
A resolution after my experiences competing at NAGA
For those of you unfamiliar with this situation on March 31st I competed at the NAGA event in Nashville, TN. However, I left the event less than happy about the handling of my divisions. I sought out resolution by filling out the survey on their site and also messaged several staff members including but not … Read more
Discouraged on the road
I’m trying to keep from plateauing from preparing for the NAGA event that occurred last weekend. I’m beyond excited for the Grappler’s Quest in Columbus Ohio on May 19. I’ve been slightly stressed between working full time, college full time, and the gym changing its schedule slightly that I wouldn’t have any time to train. … Read more
Andre Galvao’s critique on the IBJJF’s handling of the Pan Ams..
Well well well…I’m always pleased when notable figure speaks out instead of simply playing the fence. I saw this on my facebook timeline, published by Andre Galvao March 31,2012: “Andre Galvao Fan Page – Official Congrats to all competitors of the Pan American 2012. Good job guys. I was coaching my guys all day long. … Read more
