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The Best Martial Arts to Start as an Adult

Many adults are discovering the mental, physical, and social benefits of practicing martial arts. Whether for fitness, self-defense, stress relief, or personal growth, martial arts provide a structured environment to cultivate discipline, focus, and resilience. New York City (NYC) offers a wealth of options for beginners across diverse martial arts disciplines. This guide covers some of the best martial arts for adults, tips on choosing the right style, and a breakdown of martial arts opportunities across NYC's boroughs, from beginner classes in The Bronx to adult programs in Queens.

Benefits of Practicing Martial Arts as an Adult

Martial arts are not only for children or professional fighters. As an adult, training offers many valuable benefits:

Fitness: Martial arts build cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength, flexibility, and agility.

Stress Relief: Physical movement, combined with mindfulness, helps alleviate stress and boosts mood.

Self-Defense: Gaining practical skills for self-defense builds confidence and provides a sense of security.

Discipline and Focus: Training cultivates discipline, enhances focus, and improves mental clarity.

Community: Martial arts schools foster camaraderie, and training with peers builds a support network that enhances motivation.

For adults beginning martial arts, the most important aspect is finding a discipline that matches their goals, fitness level, and interests.

Best Martial Arts to Start as an Adult in NYC

Here are some of the best martial arts to consider as a beginner in New York City:

1. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu focuses on ground-based grappling techniques and submissions, using leverage and technique over brute strength. For adults, BJJ is highly adaptable and low-impact, making it a good choice regardless of fitness level. Many NYC BJJ schools offer beginner classes, which are ideal for adults who want a challenging but accessible introduction.

Best For: Self-defense, stress relief, and physical fitness

Notable NYC Schools: Renzo Gracie Academy, Marcelo Garcia Academy

2. Boxing

Boxing teaches footwork, speed, and hand-eye coordination, offering a total-body workout. Beginner-friendly classes introduce fundamental techniques and provide a safe environment for learning. Many NYC boxing gyms cater to adult beginners and offer classes during various times of the day, perfect for working professionals.

Best For: Cardiovascular fitness, weight loss, and endurance

Notable NYC Gyms: Gleason’s Gym, Church Street Boxing

3. Muay Thai

Muay Thai, also known as Thai boxing, incorporates kicks, punches, elbows, and knees, making it a full-body workout that builds strength and stamina. Classes often start with the basics, making it a good fit for beginners. NYC has several Muay Thai gyms that offer adult-friendly classes for all experience levels.

Best For: Full-body fitness, coordination, and self-defense

Notable NYC Gyms: The Wat NYC, Evolution Muay Thai

4. Jeet Kune Do

Jeet Kune Do (JKD) was developed by Bruce Lee to be a versatile and practical martial art. JKD incorporates elements from boxing, wing chun, fencing, and jiu-jitsu. In NYC, adult Jeet Kune Do classes teach techniques to simplify and accelerate learning, perfect for adults who want a practical, effective self-defense style.

Best For: Self-defense and adaptable, efficient combat skills

Notable NYC Schools: New York Martial Arts Academy, USA Shaolin Temple

Choosing the Best Martial Arts Style for Your Goals

When choosing a martial art, adults should assess their specific goals. Here’s a quick breakdown of popular objectives and the martial arts that best suit each one:

Self-Defense: Krav Maga, Jeet Kune Do, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are highly practical for real-life defense.

Fitness: Boxing, Muay Thai, and Capoeira emphasize cardio and strength, great for those wanting a fitness-focused workout.

Stress Relief: Tai Chi, Aikido, and Jiu-Jitsu provide mental focus and relaxation while being low-impact.

Versatility and Adaptability: Jeet Kune Do and MMA offer techniques that draw from various disciplines, catering to those who want a well-rounded skillset.

Martial Arts Classes in New York City Boroughs

NYC offers beginner martial arts classes across all boroughs, each with unique features and facilities catering to adult learners.

1. Adult Jeet Kune Do Classes in New York City

Jeet Kune Do offers a streamlined, no-nonsense approach to martial arts. NYC hosts various gyms that cater specifically to adults with flexible class schedules. In JKD classes, students learn the art of efficiency, focusing on minimal movements for maximum impact. Many classes are designed to build confidence and enhance physical conditioning, incorporating both traditional techniques and modern applications.

Popular Classes: New York Martial Arts Academy, Brooklyn Wing Chun JKD School

Class Features: Small class sizes, adult-focused instruction, practical self-defense

2. Adult Martial Arts in The Bronx, New York

The Bronx offers several martial arts gyms and dojos that accommodate adult beginners. Many locations feature classes in traditional arts like karate and jiu-jitsu, along with more modern forms like kickboxing. Adult-focused programs are designed to accommodate schedules with evening and weekend classes, making it convenient for those balancing work and other responsibilities.

Popular Gyms: Bronx Jiu-Jitsu, Tiger Schulmann’s Karate

Class Features: Focus on self-defense, conditioning, and community-building

3. Beginner Martial Arts Classes in Queens

Queens is home to a diverse selection of martial arts classes, ranging from beginner-friendly Taekwondo and karate to disciplines like Aikido, which emphasizes using an opponent’s energy to control and subdue them. Martial arts schools in Queens cater to both children and adults, creating a family-friendly environment. Adults often find these schools an excellent place to start due to supportive instructors and convenient class schedules.

Popular Locations: NY Martial Arts Academy, American Aikido Center of Queens

Class Features: Family-friendly, beginner-oriented, self-defense focus

Martial Arts for Children and Adults in Queens

Several Queens-based schools offer family classes, welcoming both children and adults. Programs often include Taekwondo and traditional karate, encouraging families to train together, which builds community and introduces beginners of all ages to martial arts. Training together provides adults and their children an opportunity to support one another and develop new skills in a positive, encouraging environment.

Benefits of Family Training: Improved family bonding, shared learning experiences, community support

Notable Schools: Queens Tae Kwon Do Center, Family Martial Arts of Queens

Modern Martial Arts Options in NYC for Adults

For those looking for a modern approach to martial arts, NYC offers hybrid programs combining traditional techniques with current fitness and self-defense practices. Many “modern martial arts” programs incorporate elements of boxing, MMA, and jiu-jitsu. Fitness-based martial arts classes have gained popularity, providing adult beginners with a balanced blend of traditional techniques and contemporary fitness routines.

Popular Modern Options: Hybrid martial arts gyms, MMA gyms

Class Focus: Self-defense, functional fitness, strength training

Tips for Starting Martial Arts as an Adult

Begin with a Trial Class: Many gyms offer a free trial class to help you find the right fit.

Consistency is Key: Progress happens with regular practice, even once or twice a week.

Focus on Fundamentals: Start with foundational techniques before moving to advanced skills.

Don’t Skip Warm-Ups: Warm-ups and stretching are essential for injury prevention.

Stay Patient and Motivated: Learning martial arts as an adult can be challenging, but persistence leads to rewarding progress.

Conclusion

Starting martial arts as an adult in NYC is a fulfilling, empowering journey with a vast array of options to explore. With disciplines from Jeet Kune Do to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and accessible schools across boroughs like The Bronx, Queens, and beyond, New York City is an excellent place for adults looking to embark on their martial arts journey. Regardless of your starting point, there’s a place for everyone in the martial arts world, and NYC’s diverse, welcoming environment makes it all the more exciting.

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Technical Jiujitsu Breakdown | Effective Butterfly Guard Tips #BjjTips

Jiujitsu Breakdowns

The session begins with a detailed breakdown of the Butterfly guard technique, emphasizing essential elements and the importance of body angle for effective execution. Advanced techniques, such as the front side bow and arrow submission and the X-guard sweep, are demonstrated with a focus on grip and movement. Practical tips, posture advice, and various Butterfly guard techniques conclude the session, offering a comprehensive overview for BJJ practitioners.

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Unconventional Growth in Grappling & A Universal Theory of Guard With Chris Paines

I talk to Chris Paines who describes himself as a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt who has never done Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He started training submission grappling somewhat isolated from the larger BJJ scene in Staffordshire, England but began attending BJJ Globetrotters camps where he met Priit Mihkelson. It was at these camps where he was graded up and awarded his black belt by Priit. The unconventional way he learned made him forced him to emphasise understanding the concepts behind grappling, which he describes as a machine of physics and biology through which using concepts the techniques can emerge. We discuss these conceptual ideas and specifically his universal theory of guard which has him focusing on control points and applying other lessons from wrestling that has allowed him to progress. .

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Positional Sparring

In my experience and opinion positional sparring is the most important live training you can do. Positional sparring is another form of drilling. You can positional spar from any position in Jiu Jitsu. That goes for take downs also. For take downs you can do live “take down” only rounds. You restart after you or your training partner gets taken down. Another way is to be all offense or all in defense. You can even break down the take down in micro movements and drill or begin your positional sparring from that particular take downs micro position.

Now it doesn’t just have to be for take downs. You can start from mount, side control, back mount etc. You can be the offensive or defensive training partner. You may break it down even further by starting in a position and going for a certain submission, half into the submission, micro breakdown of submission etc...

How do you do these? You can go for time, like starting from a certain guard, try a certain pass and maybe have only 30 seconds to complete the pass. Then reset. How about only using one hand or no hands.

The combinations are literally endless. Remember you very rarely start on your knees or even get into that stupid position for that matter. I personally like to start in a defensive position before I start my sparring sessions.

Give it a try.

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Going live in 30 minutes on The ScrapYard in 30 minutes both here on IG and on blogtalkradio.com/thescrapyard Topics we will discuss today: - Swanson vs Ortega - GSP vacating middleweight title -Nate Diaz moving on from the UFC -Full UFC 219: Cyborg vs Holm breakdown See ya there! #dasambassadors #daslabs #buckedup #getbuckedup #deerantlervelvet #fightpurist #mma #ufc #mixedmartialarts #fitness #bodybuilding #gains #fighters #fightfans #martialarts #knockouts #submissions #boxing #muaythai #bjj #jiujitsu #deerantlerspray #beastmode

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A Breakdown Of The Chokes In BJJ

A Breakdown Of The Chokes In BJJ

We’re all familiar with the saying “With great power comes great responsibility”. As martial artists armed with technical knowledge, it’s our duty to ensure that we execute submissions with great care, especially during training sessions.

For any martial artist who is familiar with the ground game, he/she will know that there is nothing more satisfying than seeing a technical grappler submit his…

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I have had the pleasure of making BJJ my hobby for about two months now! Every week is a little bit wild and scary: learning curves are steep and you have them everyday you train, and you're liable to have the moments when you are frustrated. I had a little breakdown in our change room the other day; while it was Cathartic, it was ~embarrass-ante~. This month has been a big bunch of falling down, and getting back up in a very literally sense. The past week or so in particular has been a lot of starting from standing be it take downs or pulling guard. I still have a lot of trepidation when it comes to starting from standing because as an obese person, when you go down, you go down hard. I didn't actually learn how to fall safely until probably... 3 or 4 weeks in? Definitely not in my first week. When you add another person into the mix who is actively trying to get you on the ground, there is more anxiety thrown in because something can go wrong and you can suffer minor ouchies, or big injuries. Last week, my friend's MCL was torn and that is the nature of the beast but, I really don't think it should be an expectation to be seriously injured. But like... that is a discussion for another day. Anyway... Now, at this point in my development if I had to choose between a take down or taking control in a controlled way, you can bet I will take the latter. I think most people would agree cause she’s -safe-. On Wednesday (last week), Z went over guard pull into Omoplata which is a neat submission that I can actually remember, but I noticed early on that even though I could get my foot on their leading hip, my other leg just wanted to take a little adventure 90 feet away from their shoulder (where it should be). In any time where I have my sleeve grips, I need to remember one foot on the hip and one on their should for four points of contact. I think that main point only clicked on Sunday (thank you J). Going from standing into the Omoplata makes so much more sense to me than doing it from the ground (not to say that I don’t try to make omoplata happen from closed guard).   Also this past week, after being arm barred into oblivion, I FINALLY LEARNED SOME ARM BAR ESCAPES. I was just rolling with the arm bar at first because what else you gonna do? AND THEN! I LEARNED THAT YOU CAN DO THAT AND STACK THE PERSON WHICH I AM HERE FOR. That was an exciting moment especially after all the blue belts rubbed my nose in all my misgivings at Open Mat. Wanna Stack? Lemme Stack. Ben’s a ho.

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Ilima-Lei Macfarlane admits ‘mental breakdown’ in last camp almost had her quit

Bellator’s only flyweight champion has been Hawaii’s Ilima-Lei Macfarlane. For her next fight, she heads back home to once again try and defend her title.

The word “lose” has not been one often used in the vocabulary of Honolulu, Hawaii native Ilima-Lei Macfarlane.

Growing up, Macfarlane found herself involved in the sport of basketball where her dream was to be a WNBA superstar. Unfortunately, a torn ACL and some surgeries that came along with it shattered those hopes. However, that led her to the wrestling mats.

By the time Macfarlane had finished school at Menlo College in Atherton, CA where she got a scholarship for wrestling, all of the partying caught up with her as she was at around 175-pounds. Today, she’s one of the best 125-pound fighters on the planet and the only champion Bellator MMA has ever had in the division.

Initially, Macfarlane never intended to get into the sport she’s since dominated. She was just looking to drop some pounds which began with going to a CrossFit gym as well as the San Diego Combat Academy – the gym of her longtime teammate and former two-time UFC title challenger, Liz Carmouche.

Obviously, things worked out pretty well for Macfarlane as the weight is gone and a new passion blossomed. She’s now a perfect 10-0 with three straight title defenses.

But in her preparation for this next battle, she was demoralized by some mental struggles that came with somewhat of a reflection to her past – just this time they were also accompanied by getting punched in the face.

“I had a huge mental breakdown this last fight camp. This was crazy. This was probably the worst mental breakdown that I’ve had in all of my camps,” Macfarlane shared with FanSided, “Like since I started fighting, where I full-on was like, ‘I don’t wanna fight anymore, I’m done.’ And I was just sitting on the side after getting my ass beat and I was like, ‘I’m f*cking done.’ It was gnarly.

“I think a lot of it came from frustration with my weight not coming off. It’s one thing to get your ass beat, which I don’t have a problem with, but it’s another thing to get your ass beat and then not lose any weight and you’re like, what the f*ck?! You know? Not only are you depriving yourself of food and calories and everything, but you’re also getting your ass kicked. It just like wasn’t good, but I was able to turn that sh*t around. And on the flip side of that, I actually felt like after that fiasco I was the most mentally sound after that – of any camp. Super crazy focused and disciplined. And I’ve just been in a good mood.”

If there is one thing that Macfarlane has lost throughout her career, it’s only been the weight which is always a win in the sport of MMA.

Prior to the 10th Planet BJJ brown belt’s last fight, she fought for the very first time in her home state of Hawaii. Generally, that’s where most fighters begin their careers – at home.

Instead, it took the now 29-year-old 13 different outings until she got the biggest opportunity imaginable.

As if title fights, being undefeated, and a champion isn’t enough pressure, having to combine all of that with fighting in front of most of the people you’ve known in your life can be quite the task.

It was an occasion that Macfarlane faced head-on and she only needed two and a half rounds to get the job done. She would submit her challenger, Valerie Letourneau, in the third round with a triangle choke. It was Letourneau’s first and only defeat by submission.

Having overcome her early camp hiccup before this next homecoming, Macfarlane feels more prepared, but if there’s any pressure, it’s in regard to replicating that same magical moment from last year.

“The first one was like a lot of anxiety because I didn’t know what to expect,” she said, “But the second time around, just knowing what to expect it makes it a lot easier. But you know, there’s a little bit of pressure to kind of recreate that night again because it was such an amazing night that I feel a little bit pressure with that.

“Everything was the same [preparation-wise]. All my camps are actually different in terms of like, we do different conditioning, we do different times, we do different everything. Everything is always different each camp because my coach doesn’t want us to get used to something.

“Honestly, we didn’t really do anything to prepare for Kate Jackson specifically,” Macfarlane continued. “In fact, she reminds me a lot of Valerie Letourneau. So we didn’t do anything to prepare for her specifically.”

On Dec. 21 live from the Neal S. Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu, Hawaii, Macfarlane will face off with the United Kingdom’s Kate Jackson. Similarly to Letourneau, Jackson has a brief history with the UFC as she competed on season 23 of The Ultimate Fighter at strawweight.

Since coming to Bellator in 2017, Jackson has gone 3-1 and rides a two-fight winning streak. Coincidentally enough, her only loss was a unanimous decision against Macfarlane’s last opponent in Hawaii, the aforementioned Letourneau.

Known for her exceptional ground skills with six of her 10 wins ending by submission along with an EBI championship to her name, Macfarlane thinks she’s about to face her toughest test to date in that area.

“I actually think Kate Jackson has the best ground game in the division next to me,” Macfarlane expressed, “I actually feel like I want to try and keep it standing and just see what happens on the feet. But I feel good wherever it goes. I actually think it’s probably going to be all over the cage just because we’re both well rounded and she’s not afraid to go anywhere. I don’t think she’s gonna be afraid to go to the ground with me. I actually see this being all over but I’m definitely gonna try to keep it standing a little bit.”

As is the case with every fight, Macfarlane accepts the idea of defeat but is never going to lay down and give the victory away. She’s already lost a sporting career once to forces out of her control, there’s no bailing on MMA now.

But if it wasn’t for one person in particular, perhaps she wouldn’t have even ended up where she is now. And that’s thanks to her teammate, Carmouche, who is now seemingly on her way to Bellator.

After being notified of her release from the UFC mid-promotional tour as a representative for the military at UFC DC two weeks ago, it left Carmouche, as well as the MMA community, in shock.

“I was like, ‘What the f*ck?!’” Macfarlane said when asked what her reaction was to the Carmouche news, “Our management, they are the ones that had called me and told me so I was like ‘Holy sh*t.’ But no I actually thought that it was good. I think that it’s a new chapter for her and she wasn’t appreciated the way that she should be in that promotion so I think it’s time for her to find a promotion that will treat her like she deserves.”

Because of Carmouche’s newfound freedom, the doors of possibility have opened wide. One of which could even one day see her sister in combat standing within it.

Despite the mass amounts of respect they each have for the other and what they’ve meant to one another’s careers, they dream of one-day fighting. As unusual as it is for teammates to compete against each other, perhaps it just goes to show how much respect and comradery there is between the two. Because not letting one have even the option to fight for the title is arguably more disrespectful than allowing it.

In the end, the Hawaiian is plain and simply the champion. Which means facing any and all comers – no matter what the relation.

“I would love for [Carmouche] to come to Bellator,” Macfarlane stated, “That’s always been my dream, seriously, to fight alongside her and to fight against her in Bellator.

“F*ck yeah I would [fight her]. We’ve already talked about it. I’d [also] fight other teammates, for sure.”

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The UFC 213 Nunes vs Shevchenko 2 Breakdown

Welcome to the first addition of Creel’s Fight Corner! I will be breaking down the stacked card that is UFC 213. Now, in case you guys forgot, I dabble in the sport myself. However, I am not calling myself a fighter because I do not want to insult them ( I did have a smoker fight though. Read about it here). Since I train in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, I can break down a fight and see things that casual fans do not see. I am a MMA purist at heart and want to give you unbiased breakdowns and predictions. Those of you that are actual fighters, feel free to criticize me. For the fair-weather fan sit back and get some knowledge as I cover the main card.

UFC 213 Main Card

“Showtime” Anthony Pettis vs Jim Miller (Lightweight)

Miller is a tough guy and a very skilled wrestler. He gets the win.

In this lightweight bout for UFC 213, two of the best in the division square off in what is sure to be a sleeper for fight of the night honors. Former champ Anthony Pettis has had a rough couple of years. Pettis has lost three out of his last four fights. it has not looked good for him since making the cover of Wheaties. Pettis is a high-level striker and Taekwondo Black Belt with wins over Joe Lauzon, Donald Cerrone, Benson Henderson, and Gilbert Melendez. Jim Miller is no stranger to big fights against tough opponents. This is a tough fight to call. Jim Miller has never defeated a big name since coming into the UFC aside from Joe Lauzon. Miller is a tough grappler and a grinder. Pettis will try to keep it standing against the former college wrestler but I do not think that will happen. I think Miller is gonna try to take Showtime down, but it won’t be easy due to Pettis having stellar takedown defense. Both men have excellent cardio so it is going to be about who wants it more. Miller will grind it out to a split decision win but it could go either way. This is a must-win for Pettis though.

Fabricio Werdum vs Allistair Overeem (Heavyweight)

One of the greats gets the W, Fabricio Werdum

Next up are two of the all-time greats of the heavyweight division. Fabricio Werdum is arguably the greatest heavyweight mixed-martial-artist of all time. It would be hard to argue that since he has wins over Cain Velasquez, Fedor Emeilanenko, Mark Hunt, and his upcoming opponent (Pride FC by submission). He has beat the very best and is a sure-fire Hall of Famer. He is a BJJ world champion that has competed in many tournaments so he is a monster on the ground. That shouldn’t bother his opponent who is considered the greatest striker of all time in the division, Allistair Overeem. The former K-1 and Strikeforce champion has defeated his share of grapplers and jiu-jitsu guys. He has defeated six former UFC champions and shows no signs of slowing down; winning five out of his last six contests. Both guys are legends of the sport, this one will be an entertaining fight. Because these guys are notable finishers I do not see this one going the distance someone is tapping or going to sleep. Werdum will probably try to take it to the ground due to Overeem’s superior striking but the difficult part is getting him there. Overeem has great take down defense. Werdum will wear him down and win by submission. However, this one is a real toss-up. Do not be surprised if I am wrong.

Daniel Omielanczuk vs Curtis Blaydes (Heavyweight)

Two relatively unknowns that should be on the Preliminary Card on UFC Fight Pass. Omielanczuk is a 35 fight veteran that is 34 years old facing off against a 26-year-old with only 8 pro fights named Curtis Blaydes. I think Blaydes youth will help him push past the veteran to secure a unanimous decision win after his last fight being a no contest for failing a drug test (Marijuana).

Yoel Romero vs Robert Whitaker (Middleweight)

Yoel Romero skilled and deadly gets the win by decision.

The co-main event of this card will more than likely be the best fight of the evening. Both men are savages that will put on a show. They aren’t going to win the crowd over with their mic skills but where they lack in entertaining the masses verbally, they make up for it with their ability to throw down for this Interim Title Fight (I am rolling my eyes as I am writing this). Yoel is coming on a seven-win fight streak with the most recent win over former champ Chris Weidman. Yoel is an Olympic Silver Medalist in Freestyle wrestling and hasn’t lost in the UFC. Robert Whitaker is a young up and coming well-rounded fighter that is on a win streak himself with back to back TKO victories. I have to say I like both guys. Unfortunately, there has to be a winner but this is going to be a flat out war. I think they both trade big shots and Yoel will use his wrestling against the young guy but I think Whitaker stuffs those to secure a split decision victory. The winner will take on Michael Bisping for the Middleweight Title.

Amanda Nunes (C) vs Valentina Shevchenko

Beautiful as she is deadly, Schevchenko wins the title

This main event of UFC 213 is a flat out grudge match and title fight between the Brazilian Nunes and Russian Shevchenko. They do not like each other and rightfully so. During their first matchup, it was a close decision victory for Nunes who went on to capture the title from Miesha Tate and running through the returning Ronda Rousey in spectacular fashion. Like the fight before it, this will be a war. Both are well-rounded fighters that can punish opponents in a number of ways. Nunes is an excellent striker who cuts right through her opponents with stifling pressure and accuracy. She can also give it on the ground as well. A world champion Muay Thai kickboxer and Judo black-belt, there is nothing that Valentina Shevchenko can’t do. This fight goes the distance and it could be an all out slugfest. I think Nunes’ swarming pressure will get thrown back in her face and the cool, calm Russian will take advantage by using angles and using her range to get the best of Nunes. Expect a rubber match in this rivalry by the beginning of next year.

UFC 213: A PPV filled with decisions

There you have it guys and girls; the first MING breakdown of a UFC PPV. Expect to see boxing as well. I will cover big cards that will catch the casual fan’s eye so that they can become more than just casual fans. UFC 213 should be filled with decisions but decisions do not mean boring. You aren’t always going to have a finish. Stay tuned for next month I will breakdown next month’s UFC 214 Jones vs Cormier 2 and then Mayweather vs McGregor. Catch you next time. Now get out of my corner.

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Rare Submission Kesa Garami In MMA Fight

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Expert Analysis: Breaking Down Jiu Jitsu Rounds | Proven Methods for Suc...

In this immersive live recording of a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) match, the spotlight is on Spencer, recognizable by his distinctive short sleeve rash guard, as he engages in a dynamic exchange with his opponent, Jimmy, who sports a long sleeve rash guard. The match unfolds with Spencer swiftly initiating a guard pull, seamlessly transitioning into setting up a knee shield, a foundational defensive position in BJJ.

As the action unfolds, viewers are treated to a masterclass in BJJ strategy and technique. Spencer's proficiency in leg locks is evident, yet amidst the intensity of the match, there's a subtle reminder to exercise caution when leaving vulnerable openings, such as an exposed foot, which could potentially lead to disadvantageous situations like toe holds or heel hooks. The narrative delves deeper into the strategic mindset of a BJJ practitioner, highlighting the delicate balance between adhering to established rules and exploiting strategic opportunities to gain the upper hand.

Throughout the match, Spencer demonstrates the art of push-pull dynamics, utilizing precise movements to manipulate his opponent's weight distribution. This strategic interplay not only creates openings for submission attempts but also showcases Spencer's tactical awareness and ability to adapt to the ever-evolving dynamics of the match.

The commentary provides a comprehensive breakdown of the techniques employed, from the intricacies of leg pummeling to the nuances of floorwork. Each movement is dissected, offering valuable insights into the strategic decision-making process that underpins high-level BJJ competition.

As the match reaches its climax, Spencer's calculated approach pays dividends, culminating in a decisive victory. The seamless execution of techniques, combined with strategic foresight, underscores the effectiveness of Spencer's approach to the sport.

In closing, viewers are invited to engage with the content, encouraged to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for future episodes. Each match serves as a rich learning opportunity, offering a deeper understanding of BJJ principles and tactics, regardless of one's level of experience in the martial arts realm.

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Bouncing and Relaxing for Competitive Success: Analysis of JiuJitsu Rounds!

In this comprehensive breakdown, we delve deep into the nuances of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, dissecting various scenarios to enhance your understanding and skill set.

Every neutral position in BJJ presents an opportunity for improvement and advantage. Whether you're starting standing or in a 50/50 position, adjustments are key to gaining the upper hand. By creating angles and maneuvering your opponent's body, you can set up takedowns or submissions.

When engaging, consider shifting your head to create leverage. For instance, moving your head into your opponent's neck can help manipulate their body, facilitating setups for various techniques.

Adjusting your level and executing snapdowns are effective strategies, requiring manipulation of your head and alignment with your partner.

Maintaining composure and controlling your breathing are crucial, especially in the heat of competition. Remaining calm allows you to strategize effectively and execute techniques with precision.

Throughout the video, we analyze different scenarios, offering insights and recommendations for optimal performance. Whether recentering yourself to maintain control or countering your opponent's movements, each action is carefully considered.

In side control, focus on chest-to-chest contact to exert pressure and limit your opponent's mobility. Adjustments should be fluid, anticipating your opponent's reactions and adapting accordingly.

Transitioning from side control to mount or attacking the armbar requires precision and timing. By maintaining control and capitalizing on openings, you can seamlessly transition between positions and submissions.

As you progress through the video, pay close attention to the details and nuances of each technique. By incorporating these insights into your training, you can elevate your BJJ skills to new heights.

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A Breakdown Of The Joint Submissions In BJJ

A Breakdown Of The Joint Submissions In BJJ

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