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Another Staph Infection Bites the Dust (Athlete Journal 21)
A staph infection derailed my training this week, but I managed to catch it early and keep up with my training schedule.
James Kearns
School's Out For Summer (Athlete Journal 34)
Finals are finally over, and I'm excited to train and compete during the summer months!
Jess Papi
Successful Time Management (Athlete Journal 20)
Recently someone asked how I manage to fit everything in and juggle training and life. Here are some tips.
James Kearns
CTRL Industries "Son of El" Gi (Product Review)
I decided to treat myself and buy this gi for my birthday, and believe me, it really is a treat.
Sally Arsenault
When in Doubt, Train (Athlete Journal 33)
I was reluctant to train this week due to upcoming finals, but I'm glad I fought through it and got to roll.
Jess Papi
Why All BJJ Athletes Need to Strength Train
Strength training will improve a grappler’s strength-to-weight ratio, reduce injury risk, and slow down the loss of muscle mass as the body ages.
Samuel Spiegelman
Squats, Takedowns, and Term Papers (Athlete Journal 19)
Despite having a heavy school workload this week, I managed to have yet another week of solid training in BJJ and weightlifting.
James Kearns
The 5 Best Gis for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
I am frequently asked which gi I would recommend, so here are my top five picks, plus one honorable mention.
Sally Arsenault
Lessons From Robson Moura (Athlete Journal 32)
School kept me busy this week, but I managed to make it to an amazing seminar over the weekend.
Jess Papi
When Training Goes Right (Athlete Journal Entry 18)
This week I started rolling harder, lifting more, and dialing in my diet. It was a good week.
James Kearns
Balancing Intelligence and Intensity (Athlete Journal 31)
I'm starting to learn how to achieve balance in my training, and it's a great feeling.
Jess Papi
How to Maximize BJJ Training with Minimum Time
To maintain your movements and conditioning, what you do on days you are not grappling is critical to your success in BJJ.
Samuel Spiegelman
The Beginner's Guide to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
"That's gross and I'm never doing that." That was my thought the first time I saw people training Brazilian jiu jitsu.
Becca Borawski Jenkins
Going to Worlds (Athlete Journal 30)
It's official: If I can come up with the means, I've decided to head to Worlds in about a month.
Jess Papi
Back in the Weight Room (Athlete Journal 16)
Although I've shifted my Olympic weightlifting focus, I know it helps me as a grappler and I was happy to get back to lifting this week.
James Kearns
Back to My Roots (Athlete Journal Entry 26)
I have a short break from school, and I'm taking the time to up my intensity and have fun with my training.
Jess Papi
The Trials and Tradeoffs of Being a Competitive Athlete
Valerie Worthington's journals portray the immense value and annoying struggles of competing in BJJ.
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