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Why wear a rash guard in BJJ or MMA?
Should we really wear a rash guard in BJJ? A look at why a rash guard may be the right choice for BJJ or MMA practitioners.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Feb 24, 20243 min read


Why BJJ Purple Belts Have No Cardio!
Do BJJ purple belts have less cardio? BJJ Report looks at the reasons this may be true.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Feb 17, 20243 min read


10 bad things to eat before training BJJ!
10 bad things you should not eat before training BJJ. What we eat and when we eat plays a role in our performance.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Feb 10, 20243 min read


Why dont BJJ Black Belts do Warm Ups?
Why doesn't the professor warm up before class? They can chain tap us into oblivion so what's the difference.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jan 20, 20242 min read


Get to BJJ Blue Belt Faster!
Advice on how to fast track getting promoted to BJJ blue belt. Learn this and your likely to get promoted faster.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jan 13, 20242 min read


Are all Black Belts Good Teachers?
Should all Black Belts Be Good Teachers? Some may just be better competitors than instructors.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jan 6, 20244 min read


Is it ok to go 100% at a new BJJ School?
Is it good or bad to go 100% when your a guest at another BJJ academy? BJJ Reports view may surprise you!

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Dec 16, 20233 min read


Should I break my training partners arm?
If your training partner doesn't tap while in an armbar should you pop the elbow?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Dec 9, 20234 min read


Gi or No Gi? What's better for a street fight?
What's better for fighting? Gi or No Gi? The Answer may surprise you!

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Nov 25, 20233 min read


Dark Arts | Are teaching wristlocks okay in BJJ?
Is it wrong to teach wristlocks in BJJ? Wristlocks are a controversial topic of the BJJ community.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Nov 18, 20233 min read


Are we drilling correctly or wasting time?
Is drilling a waste of time? In Jiu Jitsu, Can you really rely on muscle memory without the true benefit of real resistance?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Nov 11, 20233 min read


Know why blue belts always quit BJJ?
BJJ Report: Do you know why blue belts always quit BJJ?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Nov 4, 20235 min read


Who should clean the mats after BJJ Class?
BJJ Report: Who should clean the mats after class, The professor or the students? Both answers are correct however debatable this may be.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Oct 28, 20234 min read


Why do Purple Belts always miss warm ups?
BJJ Report: Why do Purple Belts always miss warm ups?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Oct 21, 20234 min read


Does your BJJ professor know you exist?
In this article we will explore the type of professor you may (or may not) have. Our goal is to open the eyes of Jiu Jitsu practitioners...

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Oct 14, 20234 min read


Wait until Blue Belt to free train?
Should you be able to free train before blue belt? What is the best way to learn how to free train?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Oct 7, 20233 min read


If someone in BJJ smells who do you tell?
If Someone smells in BJJ what do you do? There are things you can actually say to someone if they smell bad in BJJ.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Sep 30, 20233 min read


Wrestling or BJJ? Which is better for fighting?
A quick look at a long time argument among mixed martial artists... Which is better in a real street fight scenario, Wrestling or BJJ?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Sep 23, 20233 min read


Jiu Jitsu Is Not For Everyone!
Is BJJ a sport for everyone? The reasons are obvious why so many people quit before purple belt.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Sep 16, 20233 min read


Should you roll hard with white belts?
Should we take it easy on newer students or show them how Jiu Jitsu really works. Is no mercy a better way to teach?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Sep 9, 20233 min read
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