A quick google search indicates that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Blue Belts worldwide suffer from a behavioral pattern referred to as the “Blue Belt Curse”. Formerly-disciplined students that would be at the gym 4-5 times a week, slowly fade away until newer...
The Multiplier Effect: multiplier | noun | a factor by which an increment exceeds the resulting increment As simple multiplication has taught us, we can achieve exponential increases through previous, smaller factors. Efforts compound to produce results that are...
As a MMA coach, I get exposed to different individuals all the time who want to compete in Mixed Martial Arts. The most common question relates to fighting professionally – specifically “how long does it take?” I really hate this question because it...
In the first article in this series, I discussed priorities in training for MMA and jiu jitsu and where conditioning fits in a training program. In part two, we’ll discuss strength and power training and how to set up a basic strength and conditioning program. ...
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...
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...
