In BJJ just like in any sport, injuries are common- I actually now think they are part of the journey and possibly unavoidable. During your journey to Black if you haven’t had an injury you should buy your instructor a present !! Injuries generally make you wiser and eventually stronger and more skilful. I’ve had […]

Qatar BJJ – The Weakest Link
The weakest link – a phrase I first heard on a TV quiz show – can be applied to your life and health in so many ways. The weakest link for Qatar BJJ out here in the middle east is the lack of government support and general public interest in sport. What’s my weakest link- […]
Getting Older
BJJ can be quite safely practiced over forty if you adhere to several safeguards. I know quite a few guys who are nearing the big four zero and are saving themselves from injury by just being very careful. Under forty you shouldn’t really have too much of a problem with the young punks that walk […]
The Year of Muscle
Each year I’ve been training has had a theme. Year 1 – The year of rolling and being used as a wrestling partner !! Year 2 – The year of Youtube and being used as a wrestling dummy !!! Year 3 – The year of having a coach and going into temporary wrestling retirement !! I’m not quite sure what […]
Ego, injury and BJJ improvement….
…..how many times have you heard the phrase “leave your ego at the door”. (Check out Inner BJJ Ego Discussion) You and I both know its not that easy. The coach understands – since he’s been through it – and trys to ensure the “crazies” in the room don’t go around hurting eveyone. Hating to […]