by Julius Park | Sep 22, 2015 | Articles, BJJ, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Training Tips
BY JAMES SHUPP – I began attending the advanced Jiu Jitsu class about six months into my training. It was quite a shock to the system and took a period of adjustment. Here are some of the strategies that I have used to survive and thrive. Advanced Class Mindset...
by Julius Park | Sep 20, 2015 | BJJ, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Competition Results, News
As Team Crazy 88 continues it’s summer tournament grind, they flew to Texas to compete in the Dallas International Open on September, 19th and 20th, 2015. Four out of the five competitors competed on Saturday the 19th, while lone soldier, Tori Kime would have to wait...
by Julius Park | Sep 17, 2015 | Articles, Training Tips
Carol Dweck is Professor of Psychology and a best-selling author. She is most famous for her concept of a “growth mindset”. For twenty years, my research has shown that the view you adopt for yourself profoundly affects the way you lead your life. It can...
by Julius Park | Jul 24, 2015 | Articles, Blog, Training Tips
by Julius Park | Jul 20, 2015 | BJJ, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, News
A few years back my father decided that he would join Crazy 88 to learn jiu-jitsu, which I had never heard about before. Having given up the opportunity to play collegiate sports at my small school in Michigan, I decided that I would tag along to fill the void and...
by Julius Park | Jul 8, 2015 | Articles, Training Tips
One of the truest statements that applies to martial arts is “what you put in, is what you’ll get out of it.” If we assume that it requires 10,000 hours of dedicated practice to achieve mastery of a topic, we can make huge gains by getting an extra...
by Julius Park | Jul 5, 2015 | Uncategorized
How to Pass a Complicated Guard Modern Jiu-Jitsu has been increasing in complexity, especially in the guard work. The latest innovations are focused primarily around lapel grips, which have (temporarily) confounded the BJJ community Like anything complicated, we have...
by Julius Park | Jun 23, 2015 | Gym Reviews, Kickboxing
A few years after graduating my girlfriend started looking for gyms to get back in shape. She was aware I had a martial arts background while growing up and though it was a good idea to try some herself. She searched online for gyms nearby and found out about a Muay...
by Julius Park | Jun 13, 2015 | Muay Thai Kickboxing, News, Striking
On June 13th, Saturday afternoon, Crazy 88 MMA in Elkridge put on a smoker fighter that showcased 10 exciting Muay Thai fights. It was intended for the students who wanted to begin competing in Muay Thai or Kickboxing. These exhibition matches were fought in the ring...
by Julius Park | May 18, 2015 | Articles, Kickboxing, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Striking, Training Tips
By Jose Villarisco – Choosing the right Muay Thai gym plays a critical role in your enjoyment of this martial art, and your ability to fulfill your physical, mental, and spiritual goals. At one time, the final decision was almost made for you, since there were...
