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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Me teaching Cross-Choke from mount. (sorry, kinda quiet vid)

jiujitsunoob — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 18:32:03 GMT

Author: jiujitsunoob
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 11:32 am (GMT -7)

Thanks for posting - this is VERY relevant for me due to a roll this week that left me seeking answers.

Wednesday I was rolling with a purple belt that is my size (only he's 17 years younger). He got mount and cross collar choked me - the things I was attempting to do to defend he told me - "that's not a valid defense" He was right because it did not work.

Today I asked one of our brown belts to walk me through the process of cross collar choke starting from side control - to mount - etc... At each step I asked for defense options and what I should be doing.

I would love another opinion as your technique was a little different than his.
If you have time would you consider a video for defending the cross collar choke?

Your details were great BTW turning my wrist flat to the collar bone was one I have not heard nor coming in from the back of the neck (everyone I have seen reaches over). Mind you I have not been "officially" taught the cross collar choke so what I know about it is observation based with asking a few purple and brown belts.

Again thanks for posting!
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: What are your favorite "grinding" skills?

Coffeefan — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 18:29:02 GMT

Author: Coffeefan
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 11:29 am (GMT -7)

double r wrote:

Hey Coffeefan, the key choke kind of looks like the "Cobra Clutch" used
by Sgt. Slaughter way back in the day.....

That's because it is the Cobra Clutch, but from a different angle.

BTW if your a fan (or ex fan) of pro wrestling, you should check out this video.

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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?

SamHade — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 18:17:57 GMT

Author: SamHade
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 11:17 am (GMT -7)

That would be it! Thanks B.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: Me teaching Cross-Choke from mount. (sorry, kinda quiet vid)

Ybot — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:52:29 GMT

Author: Ybot
Subject: Me teaching Cross-Choke from mount. (sorry, kinda quiet vid)
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 10:52 am (GMT -7)

Some people have asked about my setup for cross choke for mount, so I made a video with iFightVideo that they haven't posted yet. Until they do I decided to do my own. The sound is kinda quiet, so let me know if you have any questions.

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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Seminar Question

Harpo — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:23:30 GMT

Author: Harpo
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 10:23 am (GMT -7)

I've been to one of his seminars and it was $90 for 3 hours, plus a Q and A. I'll gladly pay the $90 every time he comes in the future to experience it again.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Seminar Question

Tbruce — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:16:53 GMT

Author: Tbruce
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 10:16 am (GMT -7)

seminars will help expand your game and help improve how you think...$75 for Royce in not expensive and worth the $$$$$
Your friends are correct to think that your nuts!!!
Like someone said before, Its like the price of a nice dinner...You will probably regret not going after everyone tells you how cool it was after!

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Lucky or Gameness

shinobi — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:01:41 GMT

Author: shinobi
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 10:01 am (GMT -7)

Gameness all day. Lucky gis are not that great. they just look pretty

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

LetMeTellyou — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:55:40 GMT

Author: LetMeTellyou
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:55 am (GMT -7)

You know, even without reading the article I already know 2 things that Eddie will surely talk about:

1. He beat Royler
2. How every one is against him

It gets old and tired. I would never imagine someone like Roger saying every time how he is a multiple World champ. It's a good marketing tool and he caters to a certain clique and most of us are not attracted to that type of clique.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Favorite BJJ blogs and why

slideyfoot — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:36:21 GMT

Author: slideyfoot
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:36 am (GMT -7)

dirtywhitegi wrote:

nice list of blogs slideyfoot! I think i remember reading some BJJ portuguese terms on your blog a long time ago

I've got a few in the glossary, but the best list of Portuguese BJJ terms I've seen is on the very awesome Global Training Report site.

Quote:

Also I started a blog last year while I was in Brasil training and have been updating it since returning to Australia... it's got content mainly on BJJ and training in Brasil but I hope to add more stuff on muay thai/striking and mma

Link?
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Favorite BJJ blogs and why

dirtywhitegi — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:15:11 GMT

Author: dirtywhitegi
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:15 am (GMT -7)

nice list of blogs slideyfoot! I think i remember reading some BJJ portuguese terms on your blog a long time ago

most of the blogs i look at have been listed already.. but some others include InsideBJJ.com (nice interviews and articles) and www.thegrapplingdummy.com (also just bought a hoody from his scramble website)

Also I started a blog last year while I was in Brasil training and have been updating it since returning to Australia... it's got content mainly on BJJ and training in Brasil but I hope to add more stuff on muay thai/striking and mma

Also the ladies on the forum might be interested in this blog on the question "who was the first FEMALE black belt in BJJ. Interesting topic
http://meerkat69.blogspot.com/2010/05/first-woman-bjj-black-belt.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Meerkatsu+%28MEERKATSU%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: BJJ in the summer :(

AaronFelker — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:14:14 GMT

Author: AaronFelker
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:14 am (GMT -7)

TUGGYFRESH wrote:

or you could come to Iraq where its an avg of 125 degrees F and gets as high as 140

LOL, you win. (or not, depending on how you want to look at it)

Where are you in Iraq? I have a buddy that just left Balad a couple of months ago.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

jackjitsu — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:12:53 GMT

Author: jackjitsu
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:12 am (GMT -7)

Fair enough, did not wish to imply anything about Inside BJJ.

My guerrilla marketing reference solely belongs to Bravo.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Favorite BJJ blogs and why

georgetteoden — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:09:49 GMT

Author: georgetteoden
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:09 am (GMT -7)

I really get a lot out of Cane Prevost's blog The Gentle Art. Doesn't post very frequently, but what he posts is pure gold.

caneprevost dot wordpress dot com

Alliance's mothership in Atlanta puts out a nice video-heavy review of the techniques they do in their classes, which is entertaining and instructive.

allianceatlanta dot blogspot dot com

You've already mentioned some of my other favorites: Dev, Allie, Seymour (meerkat), Liam (part time), Can (slideyfoot).

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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: What video do you recommend (if any?)

slideyfoot — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:04:19 GMT

Author: slideyfoot
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:04 am (GMT -7)

I'll stick up my usual response:

DVDs

I'm only a blue belt, so still a relative beginner. Keeping that in mind, these are the sets I've found useful so far, grouped by the levels I think they're best suited for:

For beginners:

Blue Belt Requirements (full review here): a superb summary of the fundamental techniques and principles of Brazilian jiu jitsu. Roy Dean is both eloquent and thorough, walking you through each technique while emphasising important details, before repeating the movement from multiple angles. In my opinion, this should be the first instructional DVD you buy.

After that:

Cesar Gracie (full review here): this will provide you with some progression from the fundamentals you'll learn from Roy Dean, as well as reviewing those same basics. He is especially good on offensive combinations, rounding out the material from Dean's DVD. Its a bit older, dating back to 1999, but still an excellent piece of work: Cesar has a very detailed style, taking great care to talk you through everything he does.

No Gi Essentials (full review here): With this DVD set, Roy Dean fills a gaping hole in the instructional market: the no-gi beginner. Dean lays out the basic principles of nogi with his trademark smooth production, clear explanations and cerebral approach. 'Essential Movements' and 'Essential Grips' provides the new student with the understanding they need to confidently take off the gi. After each demonstration of technique, Roy Dean shows the practical application through sparring footage. Even better, he also includes further examples of rolling, with an in-depth commentary.

The set then progresses to more advanced jiu jitsu, where Dean shifts from running through a syllabus to effectively presenting private lessons. He combines techniques, resolves 'what if' scenarios and presents multiple alternatives. That means the material on this DVD set will grow with you, remaining relevant throughout your training. The more you improve, the more you'll get out of No Gi Essentials. It is quite possibly Roy Dean's best DVD to date, an impressive achievement considering the high standard he has set in the past.

If you can find it, then Cindy Omatsu (full review here) is also good, especially if you're a woman. She provides a good introduction to BJJ, starting right with the very basics of how to tap, shrimp, etc. Omatsu has a relaxed, friendly style, with plenty of detail, helped by the multiple angles and zooms. The last two DVDs present more advanced techniques, though I wouldn't say there is anything beyond a blue belt here.

You could also try:

Renzo/Kukuk (full review here): this hasn't stood up as well as Cesar Gracie's offering, originally hitting the market way back in 1994. Still, Renzo and Kukuk's teaching is great, made even more accomplished by coupling it with vale tudo footage, showing you the application under pressure. It is also cheap: for example, you can currently pick it up here for $42, which is very worth it considering you get five hours of instruction. One thing to keep in mind is that this does look dated when it comes to guard passing and takedowns: that last forty minutes should be taken with a very large pinch of salt.

Pedro Carvalho (full review here): similarly to Renzo/Kukuk, this one shows its age (from 1996), but again much of the material remains relevant. Carvalho has some silly stuff in there, like gun defence, but like Cesar Gracie, he also links up some handy attacking combinations. Fast-paced teaching style, so could be to your taste if you like lots of techniques in a short space of time without too much talking (which is also true of Renzo/Kukuk). As with all the older DVDs, this can be found cheap.

Around blue belt:

Jiu Jitsu Revolution (full review here): Saulo's first set is fantastic. He is meticulously detailed, taking a concept-heavy approach to all the major positions in BJJ. Multiple angles and methodical progression mean these DVDs are perfect for refining your understanding of the sport, with an entire game laid out over the course of six hours.

However, I would not recommend this as your first purchase (I'd continue to suggest Roy Dean for the absolute beginner). There is an implicit assumption throughout the set that you already understand the fundamentals: what Saulo presents are modifications, improvements and alternatives to those basics. Therefore I'd suggest that this works best for those who have recently got their blue belt, or are fast approaching that level.

Science of Jiu Jitsu (full review here): The main selling point of Maia's set is the conceptual approach promised by the title. To an extent, Maia delivers on that promise: more than the techniques, it is the principles you will most likely remember after watching these DVDs. Those principles recur throughout, aided by well-presented instruction, multiple angles and insightful details.

Like Jiu Jitsu Revolution this set is best suited to those around the blue belt level rather than absolute beginners, because both Saulo and Maia assume you already have a grasp of the basics. Unlike Saulo, Maia does not present a complete game, instead focusing in depth on particular aspects of a position, like escaping side control and defending against the pass, or even specific submissions, like the triangle and the omoplata.

After that, the obvious next step is this:

Purple Belt Requirements (full review here): Roy Dean provides a conceptual approach for the aspiring purple belt, with the intention of helping you learn the essential principle of combining techniques. Dean aims to assist the viewer in developing their own personal game, presenting several possible options. Note that this is not suitable for beginners, as the instruction is fast-paced, with the assumption is that you already have a solid grasp of the basics. This set shows how to bring it all together, so if you lack the relevant tools, this set will be far less useful to you.

Paraestra Guard Instructional: (full review here) Yukinori Sasa takes you through a range of guard positions, including his own unique approach, which he calls 'spiral guard'. The instruction is clear and methodical, combining a beautifully presented book with video footage: any issues I had understanding the book were resolved when cross-checking the accompanying two hour long DVD.

Alternately, if you are only interested in self defence:

Gracie Combatives (full review here): If you're looking for a basic self defence course and don't care about belts, then Gracie Combatives would be an excellent choice. The instruction is superb, with an unprecedented level of detail, sometimes taking over thirty minutes exploring a single technique. This is an impressive production, right down to the smooth camera transitions from overhead shots into zooms and multiple angles. Even for those who are already training at a BJJ school and aren't interested in self-defence, several of the lessons are so good you'll still find them beneficial.

However, the online blue belt test detailed on the last DVD remains controversial, as does some of the philosophy put forward in the course. For example, Rener Gracie states that there is no need to cross-train striking, a highly debateable question when it comes to self-defence. Geoff Thompson, a very respected self defence instructor, would almost certainly disagree. So, take the theory and marketing with a pinch of salt, but if you want self defence with top notch instruction, you won't be disappointed.

For the average BJJ student, I'd recommend Roy Dean's Blue Belt Requirements, but for those with an interest in self defence, Gracie Combatives is the best I've ever seen.

BOOKS

Instructional

Mastering Jujitsu (full review): The first BJJ book you should buy. Best coverage of BJJ history and theory available, with thoughts on strategy, and a few basic techniques.

The Guard (full review): Goes from beginner to slightly more advanced, keeping techniques in context. Lots of photos, multiple angles, concise and helpful descriptions.

Jiu Jitsu University (full review): The first two chapters are ideal for beginners, with Saulo helpfully breaking down defence into survival and escapes. He methodically details how to work your way free, as well as common misconceptions. Later coverage of guard fundamentals is also good, with simple sweeps and submissions again described alongside typical problems.

Passing the Guard (full review): Everything you could ever want to know about passing the guard is covered in this book. Opening the guard from standing or kneeling, dealing with grips, countering submissions, beating the lockdown, solo drills and of course a huge number of different passes are all present. I have some reservations about the inclusion of dubious (not to mention dangerous) techniques like neck cranks, but that aside, this book is awesome.

Strategic Guard (full review): Slightly more advanced than The Guard, but even better in terms of presentation, coverage and textual description. Useful flow-charts at the end of each chapter. If you're looking for defensive applications of the guard and escapes, absolute must-have.

BJJ: Theory and Technique (full review): Plenty of solid technique, but erratic layout and a focus on self-defence. Good for beginners if you don't mind flicking back and forth to find what you want. Also has a very good historical and theoretical introduction, but the one in Mastering Jujitsu is better.

Mastering the Rubber Guard (full review): Well-presented coverage of Bravo's bottom game, but not for beginners. I'd recommend you don't pick this up until later on, certainly not before blue.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

tf — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:48:45 GMT

Author: tf
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 8:48 am (GMT -7)

jackjitsu wrote:

I should just write a big myth busters style summary post of the FACTS whenever a bravo guerrilla marketing article is posted. Link to it, and lock the thread immediately. Most people are kinda sick of this I think

I'm enjoying the feedback but I need to make a couple of points.

1) Inside BJJ is not a guerrilla marketer for Eddie Bravo. Let's clear that misconception up. Inside BJJ provides interviews from anyone involved in BJJ/Submission Grappling. Eddie Bravo just happens to fall in one of those categories.

2) The guy who did the interview did not know he would be interviewing Bravo that day. My guy was covering an event and Bravo happened to be there and he managed to get Bravo to talk for a few minutes. That's why the interview doesn't read exactly like a traditional interview.

3) I definitely don't agree with everything Bravo says. However, the guy is a lightning rod for controversy. As much as people seem to dislike his style, he sure does evoke a lot of discussion from the community.

Thanks again for the feedback.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: grappling shorts

TonyHubris — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:41:16 GMT

Author: TonyHubris
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 8:41 am (GMT -7)

Anything by OTM is pretty solid, I recently bought a pair from a brand called "built to fight", sounds lame I know, but they're holding up really well. My personal favorite is Forty Thieves. I've washed them a thousand times, accidently bleached them a few times. The velcro still works, no fraying... They have the stretchy spandex lining on the inseam, but the they're kind of fitted - so you'd definitely need to try them on.

You should check out the OTM in PB:

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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Seminar Question

dirtywhitegi — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:39:14 GMT

Author: dirtywhitegi
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 8:39 am (GMT -7)

$75 is cheap to meet a legend like Royce... and if u pick up some good techniques it's just a bonus

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: grappling shorts

subrama6 — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:26:26 GMT

Author: subrama6
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 8:26 am (GMT -7)

i didn't - but thanks for the tip . that makes them way more tempting.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: grappling shorts

Bain — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:24:50 GMT

Author: Bain
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 8:24 am (GMT -7)

subrama6 wrote:

the only ones i've owned are sprawl. but i like them enough that i'm considering getting the new sprawl full length gi bottoms.

Did you see where you can trade in your current gi pants and get a $20 discount?

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: grappling shorts

lstbred — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:12:10 GMT

Author: lstbred
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 8:12 am (GMT -7)

I like OTM, nice and not to expensive.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Seminar Question

lstbred — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:10:39 GMT

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Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 8:10 am (GMT -7)

$75 in the scope of things is not bad, might learn a new thing or two but the chance to ask questions and hear the stories is the cool part.
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Diet, Nutrition, Conditioning, Fitness, Supplements, Equipment :: RE: FUJI White single weave BJJ Gi

JiGaJui — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:02:11 GMT

Author: JiGaJui
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 8:02 am (GMT -7)

Thank you for all who took the time and left a reply.

I decided to go with A2 white Fuji from JJPG. Just need to wash it cold and line dry and keep an eye on shrinkage.

Thanks.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Seminar Question

double r — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:55:19 GMT

Author: double r
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:55 am (GMT -7)

I just hadn't thought of it until yesterday, and wasn't sure. True, it isn't much in the great scheme of things. Maybe I'll pick up a thing or two to try on someone who didn't make it to the seminar!
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: The biggest triangle choke mistake...

JayJits — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:50:27 GMT

Author: JayJits
Subject: Re: The biggest triangle choke mistake...
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:50 am (GMT -7)

dsquared wrote:

...caught on film!

For a couple of drilling session I was trying to point out to a green belt a serious mistake in his triangle choke.

But he didn't get it...so, I brought my camera...filmed him doing a triangle choke...filmed me doing a triangle choke...and showed him the difference.

He got that "flash of insight" look on his face and said, ooooohhhhhhh.

Thought you might get some insight out of it as well...

http://www.bjjmemoir.com/?p=218

hey Rob....what academy do you train at.....I think it might be cool to pass by whenever Im in the South Florida area

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

Eyes — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:44:17 GMT

Author: Eyes
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:44 am (GMT -7)

jackjitsu wrote:

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Seminar Question

jackjitsu — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:43:27 GMT

Author: jackjitsu
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:43 am (GMT -7)

Id pay $75 just to meet him
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Seminar Question

shenga — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:40:12 GMT

Author: shenga
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:40 am (GMT -7)

I would definitely be going.
$75 doesnt seem like a lot of cash to me for something like this.
I mean, it costs that much to go to a concert or a nice dinner.
Why not shell it out for a seminar with Royce?

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

jackjitsu — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:33:54 GMT

Author: jackjitsu
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:33 am (GMT -7)

I should just write a big myth busters style summary post of the FACTS whenever a bravo guerrilla marketing article is posted. Link to it, and lock the thread immediately. Most people are kinda sick of this I think
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?

bryan — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:31:26 GMT

Author: bryan
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:31 am (GMT -7)

Saulo is explains the sweep very well here.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTZ_qRURbNg

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: Seminar Question

double r — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:21:50 GMT

Author: double r
Subject: Seminar Question
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:21 am (GMT -7)

Hello all!
Royce Gracie is having a seminar at my school at the end of August. A lot of people are excited. A few of the guys I train with asked me if I had registered, and I told them I hadn't thought about it. They looked at me as though I was absolutely . I just hadn't thought about it, and wasn't sure if I was going or if it would be worth it. The fee is $75.00. I was wondering if any of you have gone to these seminars, and if you felt that what you paid was worth the fee. Of course Royce is a legend and I'm sure I can pick up a thing or two. However, it is $75.00. I also feel that I already get great instruction as it is, and I have great teachers. What do you guys think?
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Good and bad news

subrama6 — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:16:26 GMT

Author: subrama6
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:16 am (GMT -7)

it's doing well - by the end of the 6 weeks, i had full mobility, and no pain. the tingling took a couple more weeks to completely go away, but i had doctor clearance to go back, so i gingerly did.

yoga sounds like a great idea when you are able - seems like it would help get mobility and flexibility back.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

jackjitsu — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:15:21 GMT

Author: jackjitsu
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:15 am (GMT -7)

So lets see how Eddies team did over all. After all, they are the self proclaimed masters of the no-gi world right and GI training sucks right? RIGHT?

Here are the list of teams:
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
Alliance
Drysdale JJ
Toronto BJJ
Gracie Barra
American Top Team
Gracie Humaita
CheckMat
Combat Submission Wrestling
Ken Shamrock�s Lion�s Den
Brazilian Top Team

Here are the team results:

Adult:
CheckMat BJJ
Gracie Barra
Lloyd Irvin

Master and Senior:
Gracie Humaita
Gracie Barra
Alliance

Juvenile:
Nova Uniao
Relson Gracie
Cascao JJ

10th planet did not place as a team anywhere.
They had Danny place 3rd individually, but if you look at the results, he tied for 3rd with one other person. This usually means you medaled for showing up and they did not fight for 3rd place.

Why anyone would listen to Eddie to become a top notch no-gi grappler is beyond me. All those GI teams stomped 10th planet.

Ive heard the excuses for about 10 years now. We need TIME to prove the system. People need TIME to get advanced in it to start winning. What now? they need another decade??

Can we please stop talking about Eddie and 10th planet when their results are so poor?
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Good and bad news

Holyroller — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:08:42 GMT

Author: Holyroller
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:08 am (GMT -7)

I'm going to ride my bicycle to the gym and go to a water areobics class tomorrow morning. Our school is open door so they won't mind me watching and taking notes. I paid in advance so they are going to extend my contract another month. How is your back doing now? I want to do yoga but its a litte early. Maybe next week if I have more mobility back.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

dsquared — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:01:52 GMT

Author: dsquared
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:01 am (GMT -7)

Eddies got skills. But the key thing to learn from him is that he spent a lot of time learning the basics before branching out to the crazy stuff he does now (50/50, rubber guard, etc).

That crazy stuff may look cool...and you may catch some people with it...but you gotta get the basics down first.

Love the interviews!
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: The biggest triangle choke mistake...

Eyes — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:39:41 GMT

Author: Eyes
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 6:39 am (GMT -7)

stillwaters wrote:

That's EXACTLY what I've been doing wrong. I saw legs locking and got fixated on getting there. I was ignoring getting my hips up despite the fact that I was being told to do it repeatedly. I'm also seeing some sort of control/adjustment with the left leg before locking, but I'm going to have to drill it some before I know what that is.

I think what you're referring to is when you adjust your knee to remove any remaining space. I've been taught to hold the head, raise my calf then clamp down again, removing any space that was created when rotating to 90 degrees.

Hope that helps. Maybe someone more experienced can elaborate.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Good and bad news

subrama6 — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:26:57 GMT

Author: subrama6
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 6:26 am (GMT -7)

that sucks, man - about 6 months in, i had to take 6 weeks off. woke up one morning and the fingers of my left hand were tingling. it got diagnosed as a pinched nerve, potentially caused by a slipped disc.

take the time to take in supplemental material. if you're not paying by the class (and perhaps even if you are), i'd encourage you to still go to class and take notes. and definitely, this is a fantastic time to work cardio, as much as your injury allows.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: grappling shorts

subrama6 — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:20:50 GMT

Author: subrama6
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 6:20 am (GMT -7)

the only ones i've owned are sprawl. but i like them enough that i'm considering getting the new sprawl full length gi bottoms.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

Ybot — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:15:38 GMT

Author: Ybot
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 6:15 am (GMT -7)

spk wrote:

What top guys has Eddie Bravo produced?

Okay, I'll answer your question. As far as I can tell, only Denny Prokopos. He took 3rd at the no-gi worlds Black Belt Feather Weight division in 2009.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

spk — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:40:04 GMT

Author: spk
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 5:40 am (GMT -7)

Can anyone answer my ?

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

jackjitsu — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:53:27 GMT

Author: jackjitsu
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 4:53 am (GMT -7)

John Bennett wrote:

I'll respect no-gi when they let me grab the rashguard and board shorts to perform chokes and maintain positional control.

No kidding. I had an instructor tap a purple belt by ezekiel choke using his rash guard sleeve once, just to prove a point. He was a good no-gi guy.

Not gripping is simply unrealistic in a street situation. If one of your goals is to train for self defense,learning how to grip clothes, BE gripped and counter grip is really damn important.

Get into a fight with a wrestler who is used to no-gi grappling and you could have some serious issues. Get into a fight with a wrestler that has NO IDEA how to deal with people gripping his clothes, and suddenly he is much much easier to control.

Bravo doesnt bash the GI and push no-gi because he actually believes it, its just his business strategy to try and dominate that market niche. THATS IT.

People need to wake up to this, otherwise they are missing out and Bravo is actually hurting their progression by causing them to miss out on the LARGER superset of GI techniques.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

John Bennett — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:42:51 GMT

Author: John Bennett
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 4:42 am (GMT -7)

This interview was interesting, but disjointed and difficult to follow.

Eddie has an interesting perceptive because he came up Machado. Remember that the Machadro brothers were really the first team to carry on Rolls Gracie's innovation of integrating techniques and strategies from a wide variety of grappling arts such as Sambo, American Freestyle, and Catch.

Eddie's innovation was to market this as "The Revolution", something new, and to adopt the image of rebellious, persecuted bad boy. Brilliant if by design. Fortunate if by chance.

I agree with Eddie that we shouldn't be stifled by convention. I disagree with Eddie that convention is a bad thing.

Jiu-Jitsu is not a sport like Boxing or MMA. Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that can be played as a sport. As a martial art, our primary goal is self-defense. Real street fighting without rules involves learning how to use an attacker's clothing to win the fight. The kimono simulates street clothing.

I'll respect no-gi when they let me grab the rashguard and board shorts to perform chokes and maintain positional control.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: grappling shorts

hilow0090 — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:32:43 GMT

Author: hilow0090
Subject: grappling shorts
Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 12:32 am (GMT -7)

Just wondering what people thing are the best grappling shorts for the price.
My friend said he loves his sprawl shorts and I have also tried them on and they are really nice, but I have yet to hear anything else about other shorts.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: competition food?

jakeharris. — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:33:17 GMT

Author: jakeharris.
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 11:33 pm (GMT -7)

Hey man, are you competing at the BJJEVENTS thing?

Your best bet is to just eat what you would normally eat for dinner and breakfast, especially if you're concerned about your weight, don't eat anything unusual. After your first match then Gatorade it up but don't bloat yourself and eat small, an apple, banana, ect.

Good luck on Sunday!

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: competition food?

d4n — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:23:12 GMT

Author: d4n
Subject: competition food?
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 11:23 pm (GMT -7)

hay guys,
i am competing this weekend.. i was just wondering what you guys and girls eat -
1. Night before the comp?
2. Morning of the comp?
3. 1hour before the comp?
4. between matches?

I was thinking of having;
1. Steak and sweet potato
2. 6 egg whites and toast - fruit - this is what i normally have every morning thought i wouldnt alter it (dunno what fruit yet )
3. low fiber fruit/
4. banana/gatorade/lollies eg: gelly babies?

i want to try and maximise my energy supply..

thanks in advanced.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?

SamHade — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 05:46:15 GMT

Author: SamHade
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 10:46 pm (GMT -7)

kuangren wrote:

^ If you do it like Bobby Hill does it in that video it will NEVER work...

LOL!!! You are so right! When I first saw him, I thought of Arlen Texas. In my best Hank Hill voice: �That boy aint right�

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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?

SamHade — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 05:39:54 GMT

Author: SamHade
Subject: Re: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 10:39 pm (GMT -7)

CFPMMA wrote:

Do you mean the knee push sweep?
This one?

Not exactly. I execute it from �Scissor Guard�, in other words, my non-pushing leg has its knee across his chest. I learned this guard and sweep from Bryan (Team Mica Brown Belt and forum member). It works great for me (especially on BIG dudes). Bryan could explain it a million times better than I could. Thanks.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Specific NO-GI vs GI habits

alcedo — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 03:43:18 GMT

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Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 8:43 pm (GMT -7)

Great tip there

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

Passenger — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 03:23:23 GMT

Author: Passenger
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 8:23 pm (GMT -7)

I don't understand all the hate with Eddie, I like him as a person from what I've seen and heard. He seems pretty down to earth and a funny guy but I don't understand his hate on the gi to say it's useless is utter s***. He can say it's his opinion and his own view for HIMSELF that the gi doesn't work for him, that's fine but for everyone else how can you know. I have a friend that tries to rip me for wearing a gi and says how useless it is because he thinks Eddie is right and hasn't trained a day of Jiu Jitsu in his life.

I wish people wouldn't get so butt hurt by Eddie I disagree with a fair few things with what he has to say about BJJ but it's just his opinion.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Gonna rework my bjj game from scratch.

bma_mat — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:57:11 GMT

Author: bma_mat
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 6:57 pm (GMT -7)

I think I will start with the scissor sweep and the flower sweep.

I wanna make sure I'm setting my legs exactly in the perfect spots, make sure that my body is angled perfectly, etc.

I will basically be drilling it over and over, and then working on doing it to white belts who don't expect it.

But yea, I'm a purple belt to the other guy's question, so all of the stuff done in class I've pretty much done before (considering most of the classes I go to are fundamentals), so really that will just reinforce what I am working on.
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DARE_SUPPORTER — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:17:26 GMT

Author: DARE_SUPPORTER
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 6:17 pm (GMT -7)

I do this on a regular basis, I find what I want to work on and hammer away, dont worry about getting tapped while trying.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: BJJ in the summer :(

AaronFelker — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:08:09 GMT

Author: AaronFelker
Subject: Re: BJJ in the summer :(
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 6:08 pm (GMT -7)

AaronFelker wrote:

EASTVANMMA wrote:

I would absolutely die if i trained any where near the equater. Glad im in Canada, however are summers do get pretty hot. Ive seen 40 degrees with humidity a few days. Dont know what that is in Fahrenheit though.

It's hot! The biggest thing I noticed about the north country is that when it's hot people still dressed like it was cold. Try to treat the heat like it's interval training, ie., work hard for a few minutes, rest a few, then repeat. Wait--you're in Vancouver?? Never mind--the same thing I said to Kitsune applies to you. No sympathy...

Aaron

EASTVANMMA wrote:

I think a lot of people (especially Americans) think that Canada's always cold or something? I dont know how 105�F is not hot? Of course our temperatures on average are not as hot as the southern states but to think cause im in Vancouver we dont get hot summer weather is ridiculous. And as far as the dressing like its cold out, i dont know what you're talking about, everyone i see even when its cooler out, our wearing shorts and sandals. My thread wasn't to discuss or compare temperatures...

My north country observations are from living in Alaska for 9 years. It gets hot in Fairbanks in the summer, but for some reason I frequently saw folks dressed in long pants and long sleeves (flannel, even...) I know it can get hot in the north--especially on the prairie. I also know that the rare occasions when it is hot along the coast don't last long. Call me jealous. Maybe it's a bit of sunbelt schadenfreude. Regardless, the advice still applies. Work-Rest-Work. Sit out a round so that you can cool your body. Do it frequently. You kinda have two choices--you can do low effort but long interval or high effort but short interval work when it's hot like that. If you try to do high effort, long interval work you will overheat. Overheating will make you puke, even here in the sun blasted south.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?

kuangren — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:49:57 GMT

Author: kuangren
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 5:49 pm (GMT -7)

^ If you do it like Bobby Hill does it in that video it will NEVER work...
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?

CFPMMA — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:19:51 GMT

Author: CFPMMA
Subject: Re: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 5:19 pm (GMT -7)

SamHade wrote:

kuangren wrote:

So I recently joined a new academy and the instructor has been pairing me up with the big boys every time. I'm 6'3" 195# myself, which is not tiny, but I always get paired up with the blue and purple belts who weigh upwards of 250#.

I'm finding that my top game works just great against them, but when I get on bottom I am mostly unable to sweep them, especially from closed guard.

The only chance I have of getting a sweep is when they stand up, I can sometimes get the "tripod" sweep from open guard to put them on their butt and try to scramble to the top, but from closed guard my hip bump, scissor, and pendulum/flower sweeps are not working on them AT ALL.

When I get my grips and try to load up for a big scissor sweep or a pendulum sweep, I feel like I have no leverage and i just get smashed! I guess now I know what it feels like to be a small guy...

Obviously this means my sweeps NEED SOME WORK, but I'm just wondering if anyone has any specific tips on how to adjust my sweep game to make it effective against big, heavy dudes.

Thanks for any feedback!

II am 225lbs, 6'1", and I have had great sucess using the push sweep on the 300lbs + pound guys. You might want to look into that�

Do you mean the knee push sweep?
This one?

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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: My First Brown Belt Superfight!

Bils90 — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:16:50 GMT

Author: Bils90
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 5:16 pm (GMT -7)

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: What are your favorite "grinding" skills?

Glen — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:10:14 GMT

Author: Glen
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 5:10 pm (GMT -7)

Coffeefan wrote:

Oh so many option:

Mount
-Grapvine the legs and crush them
-What we call a key choke. I usually put it on and say "Why you chocking yourself?"
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs258.ash1/18568_1268815252664_1598312137_30685731_3760904_n.jpg

We call this the cobra choke - great choke, and easy to get the armbar from here too.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: What are your favorite "grinding" skills?

double r — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:09:52 GMT

Author: double r
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 5:09 pm (GMT -7)

Hey Coffeefan, the key choke kind of looks like the "Cobra Clutch" used
by Sgt. Slaughter way back in the day.....
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Glen — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:09:00 GMT

Author: Glen
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 5:09 pm (GMT -7)

Very nice choke

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Lucky or Gameness

SamHade — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:59:25 GMT

Author: SamHade
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 4:59 pm (GMT -7)

Luck or Pearl? Interesting choice. I had a Pearl and found it to be rather cheaply constructed and it wore apart quickly. I understand the Luckys are very high quality (and price). This is kind of like comparing a yugo to a porshe. If you can afford the Lucky, I would go with that.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: The biggest triangle choke mistake...

stillwaters — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:35:46 GMT

Author: stillwaters
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 4:35 pm (GMT -7)

Halzo wrote:

its little stuff like this that is INCREDIBLY important to critique with people learning the triangle.

people become very photographic with what they see in jiu jitsu and they simply attempt to put themselves in the "finishing position" of a triangle and don't realize the science that happens before it.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Lucky or Gameness

Beast — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:26:05 GMT

Author: Beast
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 4:26 pm (GMT -7)

I've got a Lucky, and it's my favorite gi. the fit and the quality is incredible. Be aware that lucky's can shrink considerably if you wash/dry them wrong or don't fit them correctly on your first wash, some shrink up to 10 inches. but i wear an A2 in everything (5'10" and 160ish muscular) and an A2 lucky fits fine.

The 2 models of Lucky I'd recommend are the Rafael Lovato Jr or the Marcelo Garcia signature. The Lovato is better for taller people, made of gold weave and has brushed interior that makes it feel soft like a hoody. I have the Marcelo, its a pearl weave and lightweight, the style is incredible, the top fits great, and the pants fit perfect. this is by far my favorite gi I own.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: BJJ in the summer :(

TUGGYFRESH — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:24:59 GMT

Author: TUGGYFRESH
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 4:24 pm (GMT -7)

or you could come to Iraq where its an avg of 125 degrees F and gets as high as 140
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AndrewPTBJJ — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:05:14 GMT

Author: AndrewPTBJJ
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 4:05 pm (GMT -7)

yeah loop choke.. we just drilled it in class a few days ago.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: BJJ in the summer :(

jiujitsunoob — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:44:30 GMT

Author: jiujitsunoob
Subject: Re: BJJ in the summer :(
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 3:44 pm (GMT -7)

EASTVANMMA wrote:

And as far as the dressing like its cold out, i dont know what you're talking about, everyone i see even when its cooler out, our wearing shorts and sandals. My thread wasn't to discuss or compare temperatures...

Truly he's got a point - the Canadians come down to Myrtle Beach, SC... in February and March and actually get IN the ocean -

They think it's WARM at 45 degrees - so yea if it get's hot there I bet they are dying. I know when I moved to South Carolina from Washington State it NEVER felt cold here - now that I have been here for 21 years I'm like the rest of them - when it get's below 40 I'm in my thickest winter gear.

BTW I mean no disrespect to our northern neighbors Aye!
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?

jiujitsunoob — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:35:27 GMT

Author: jiujitsunoob
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 3:35 pm (GMT -7)

kuangren wrote:

jiujitsunoob wrote:

Ybot wrote:

They have so much weight it's hard to pull them out of base... you have to find a way to get under them, or collapse their base.

I agree with YBOT - while my guard game sucks from both top and bottom now that I have put on a GI I find I can usually still avoid sweeps (I just can't seem to pass). I think my no-gi training has actually really helped me IN THIS ONE aspect of guard. If I'm someone has broken my posture then I don't hang around in between - I'm either in correct posture of I'm pinning your hips to the mat with my knees and elbows with my wide rear end parked solid. When I first put on the GI they were using a few GI grips to break my base anyway but I quickly wised up to those techniques and now I'm usually good and solid.

If someone does start to catch me in between with say a hip bump sweep I grab the hips and drive them back down.

Open guard works better on me than closed guard because there are just more ways to steal my base IMO and it's more dynamic (also more dependent on the GI) so I always seem to be behind the curve.

This is leading me down a path so I'll just start a new thread on it. (erased a bunch of what I had written).

So are you speaking from the perspective of the big guy who is difficult to sweep? And you recommend using open guard instead of closed to sweep big guys like yourself?

Well I'm 255 pounds and 5'11 so - I'm guessing I'm a big guy - although 6 months ago I was bigger @ 285 ish pounds.

But yes I'm a big guy and I find I get swept more from open guard then closed guard.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: BJJ in the summer :(

EASTVANMMA — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:26:02 GMT

Author: EASTVANMMA
Subject: Re: BJJ in the summer :(
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 3:26 pm (GMT -7)

AaronFelker wrote:

EASTVANMMA wrote:

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: My First Brown Belt Superfight!

jackjitsu — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:18:00 GMT

Author: jackjitsu
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 3:18 pm (GMT -7)

judokamma wrote:

black mamba! black mamba!

hahaha ok - I must know this guy... who is this? PM me
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: What are your favorite "grinding" skills?

Coffeefan — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:00:26 GMT

Author: Coffeefan
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 3:00 pm (GMT -7)

Oh so many option:

Mount
-Grapvine the legs and crush them
-What we call a key choke. I usually put it on and say "Why you chocking yourself?"
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-Mounted triangle. Just sit there and let them flail awkwardly for a while.
-Take your knuckles and grind them into your opponent's carotid arteries. Will stop the blood flow and hurts like hell.

Side Control
-Grind their face with your forearm
-Shoulder to face
-Modified half nelson
- Elbow to floating rib
-Knee on sternum
- Knee across face

I got a lot more, but those are my favorites

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

spk — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:49:44 GMT

Author: spk
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:49 pm (GMT -7)

Thanks, jack. In the interview it is stated Eddie has produced some of the top guys. I simply was asking who? I personally like insidebjj and the interviews, but this one was alittle on the Eddie nuthugging side.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: My First Brown Belt Superfight!

Ybot — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:46:38 GMT

Author: Ybot
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:46 pm (GMT -7)

Nice!!!
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: What are your favorite "grinding" skills?

Ybot — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:42:23 GMT

Author: Ybot
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:42 pm (GMT -7)

Shoulder pressure from side is great, then transition to scarf and make sure I pull up hard on the opposite side shoulder and near side arm! That multiplies the pressure from there. Also work for mount, and give them enough room to turn their back then I drive my hips in putting them belly down on the mat... They love that one!
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?

Ybot — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:31:29 GMT

Author: Ybot
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:31 pm (GMT -7)

kuangren wrote:

Ybot wrote:

I think one of the biggest issues people have with sweeping big guys is that in order to do many sweeps you need to bring a persons center of gravity over yours. This is fine when doing sweeps against guys near your own size or smaller, but against those 'monster' guys you spend a lot of time trying to stay out from under them. Also, big guys are hard to get over you... They have so much weight it's hard to pull them out of base... you have to find a way to get under them, or collapse their base.

Yeah I rolled with a guy yesterday who was at least 300 pounds, a blue belt, and also a former high school wrestler. I do try to stay out from under him because he's just so heavy that I cannot get under him without getting squashed. He has good guard passing technique too, he is really good at putting pressure on my legs and smashing them to the mat.

Seems like the only thing I can really do against a guy like that is push off, go to open guard (spider or DLR particularly) and maintain distance while trying to trip him up...

Sounds fine then. Really, my point is that often to sweep someone you need to get control of their center by getting under them. That's why it's difficult to sweep heavier guys! Fine, work a different strategy. Arm drags are great, or if you trap an arm across your body from guard, rather than going for a sweep hip out, sit up and attack the back. Some strategies work better on different opponents. It's not IMPOSSIBLE to sweep a big guy, but it doesn't always make the most sense!

Also, like they said in the above post, open guard is great. Stretch them out, control the distance with the push and pull of grips and feet.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

jjq — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:28:05 GMT

Author: jjq
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:28 pm (GMT -7)

I have no issues with Eddie's system, his habits or him in general.

One thing I thought was interesting in the interview is how out of touch he is in regards to the IBJJF rules. He thinks that heel hooks are legal, when I first read the interview there was no editor's note stating otherwise as there is now. The spinal locks are illegal for safety, not just to say F.U. to Eddie. And where is it printed anywhere that the IBJJF is going to ban the lockdown?

I did like and agree with a major portion of the interview, especially in regards to training with different people that are specialists in particular styles.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: My First Brown Belt Superfight!

judokamma — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:26:03 GMT

Author: judokamma
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:26 pm (GMT -7)

black mamba! black mamba!

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Lucky or Gameness

dsquared — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:17:29 GMT

Author: dsquared
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:17 pm (GMT -7)

I own two pearls A3. 5'10" 195. Fits good all around and comfortable, but is a little long.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Gonna rework my bjj game from scratch.

LetMeTellyou — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:11:39 GMT

Author: LetMeTellyou
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:11 pm (GMT -7)

Are these moves being taught in class or are you getting them from some DVD or book? and if so what do you do with the techniques that are taught in class? Thanks.

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?

kuangren — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:09:42 GMT

Author: kuangren
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:09 pm (GMT -7)

jiujitsunoob wrote:

Ybot wrote:

They have so much weight it's hard to pull them out of base... you have to find a way to get under them, or collapse their base.

So are you speaking from the perspective of the big guy who is difficult to sweep? And you recommend using open guard instead of closed to sweep big guys like yourself?
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

tf — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:08:48 GMT

Author: tf
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:08 pm (GMT -7)

jackjitsu wrote:

How many ADCC's or World Championships has Eddie Won?

Oh yeah :lol:

Someone please post an article by a world champ instead. :goodidea:

Thanks for the feedback. Inside BJJ has posted interviews with world champs.

Andre Galvao
Romulo Barral
Tarsis Humphreys
Terere

Just to name a few. We had a chance to talk to Eddie and we did. Obviously, the guy has attention - good and bad. This was our interview's first interview and Eddie was kind enough to step away from broadcasting to do the interview.

Having said that, keep the feedback coming good or back. We need it to make InsideBJJ better.

Thanks!

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Eddie Bravo Interview

jiujitman — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:04:18 GMT

Author: jiujitman
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:04 pm (GMT -7)

Quote:

Especially when the gi guys no-gi comp records demolish his

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Lucky or Gameness

kuangren — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:02:44 GMT

Author: kuangren
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:02 pm (GMT -7)

I have a Gameness Pearl. It's an OK gi but it's not my favorite. The collar is a little thin, the material is scratchy after line drying and the patches fray easily.

I think the Lucky is probably higher quality, not sure though because I don't own one.

Personally I dig the Atama Mundial series, that's a gi I would recommend to just about anyone.
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: Lucky or Gameness

jrock — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:00:30 GMT

Author: jrock
Subject: Lucky or Gameness
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:00 pm (GMT -7)

I'm the market for my 4th Gi.

1. Atama Gold Weave--ok gi. great pants.
2. Original Koral--Great Gi.
3. Koral MKM-- The best I've worn yet.

The problem is my Koral's are A2's they are a good fit, but a little snug. The Atama is an A3, fits a little better then the Koral.

I am thinking of the Lucky Gi or the Gameness pearl. Could anyone help who owns either of the above. The main issue is the size before I place the order.

Thanks

Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: Specific NO-GI vs GI habits

jiujitsunoob — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:56:55 GMT

Author: jiujitsunoob
Subject: Specific NO-GI vs GI habits
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 1:56 pm (GMT -7)

Ok was writing in another thread and decided to spin some of the discussion off to a new topic.

I spent 2 years and 8 months minus injury time training no-gi and roughly 5 months ago I switched to GI training. In this segment - oh crap did I just allude to more discussions? Yes there will be more of these but I'll try to keep them withing this thread.

Guard - Top Position
#1) GI - IMO posture and grips are super important with the GI when trying to pass guard - like you simply won't pass if you can't get them. I have learned the basics and can execute the basics with people who have say less than a year of training. More than a year of training they have learned how to break my posture and grips well enough that I can't pass (unless I use a guard pass that does not require an erect posture).

#1) No-GI - yes you needed posture and hand placement to execute guard breaks however they were usually much easier simply because there are less ways to break your posture down. What I have noticed is that with no-gi if I was not controlling their hips when my posture was not correct they could slip/slide away - it's not like I could reach up and grab the GI to keep them from simply backing up - so I was forced to basically pinch their hips down between my knees and elbows with head center of chest to keep them from sitting up. Then when I'm ready arm control, posture, go for a pass.

#1) While I don't necessary want to lose my no-gi habit of flattening and hip control with my low posture high pressure I want to go to it less - because once I'm there it's very easy with the GI to keep me there if they choose to - too many hand holds and fighting back up to the correct posture and hand placement is a chore. However if/when my posture IS broken down sufficiently what I have learned no-gi is translating very well defensively.

I think I'm doing this because while I know about these habits I think I'm hoping that the community here will be able to help me with concepts or strategies that will help me kick the habit.

OK that's enough for now - I'll go formulate more thoughts as this one came off rather random - but I DO have more - both good and bad habits I want to discuss - mostly bad habits however.

I
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Jiu Jitsu Discussion :: RE: Any tips for sweeping BIG guys?

kuangren — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:53:32 GMT

Author: kuangren
Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2010 1:53 pm (GMT -7)

Ybot wrote: