When it comes to our loved ones; being confident in protecting them is essential to our peace of mind. In a previous article, we talked about the first basics of self-defense, prevention. The best way to be safe in a fight is to avoid it. If you are unable to prevent...
Can I defend myself and my loved ones in the face of an attack? That is the question most of us don’t want to consider, much less answer. Unfortunately, violence is present in society, and sometimes we are forced to react to it. Thankfully, regardless of...
Watching the news shows us that violence is a part of human existence, whether we like it or not. If it comes to the point of facing violence firsthand and needing to defend yourself, fundamental knowledge of various self-defense modalities could be enough to help you...
Brazilian jiu-jitsu, like any discipline, is constantly evolving. Practitioners are always seeking the next innovation that will give them a competitive edge. Recently, the importance of flexibility has come to the forefront of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu world. It was...
With the rise of mixed martial arts, more people are interested in Brazilian jiu-jitsu than ever before. Jiu-jitsu is a fairly unique practice. It relies primarily on grappling, and practitioners find themselves on the floor more than other fighting styles. Brazilian...
According to a 2014 study conducted by The American Institute of Stress, 77 percent of people regularly experience physical symptoms caused by stress and another 73 percent experience regular psychological symptoms of stress. Physical symptoms of stress range from a...
