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Submission Grappling Leglock
Leglocks have been around for a long time, but modern grapplers use them in slightly different contexts than classica...
Combining the Thai Clinch With The Double Leg Takedown
Today’s goodie is a report written by my online friend John Will, discussing how to combine the deadly Muay Thai clin...
Combining Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Wrestling and Striking in MMA Training
A few days ago I foolishly did a strength and conditioning workout late at night. I ALWAYS find it impossible to get ...
Denis Kang: Double Leg Tackle Counter to Neck Lock
This may seem like a flashy technique, but it definitely works. It can be used standing or on the knees to get to a ...
Functional Training Gone Bad
Today I’m going to tell you about one of the sillier ideas I’ve ever had…
About 10 years ago I got interested in func...
A Jiu-jitsu Secret
OK, draw the curtains, turn down the lights, turn off your recording devices and come closer.
Today I want to share a...
Leglock Entry from Standing Clinch
Jumping into a leg lock is a great alternative to pulling guard! Here’s a technique to go from standing directly int...
Jiu-jitsu and Physical Attributes
Physical attributes are things like balance, neck strength, limb length, explosiveness, leg flexibility, and percent ...
An Alternative To Pulling Guard When Grappling On Your Knees
Many grapplers start their sparring sessions on their knees. From this starting position usually one of two things ha...
Armdrag Counters
Q: “What are some simple ways to prevent armdrags as well as handle them once they’re in process or completed?”
A: Ar...
Wrestler’s Base in Guard
Have you ever grappled with a high-level wrestler and been frustrated by their uncanny sense of balance? You might be...