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November 17, 2025

Posted by M. Leblanc

The journey back to training - on the mat again after a few years off

Introduction There’s a strange idea out there about training: that it’s one long, continuous journey....

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August 21, 2025

Posted by J. Amor

One of the not-so-good pieces of advice for tournaments

‘Just do something. It doesn’t have to be nice’. Regular competitors know the moment when...

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July 31, 2025

Posted by Guest

'I’ll be less of a tornado and more of a wave—steady, deliberate, reshaping the rock one strike at a time.'

Gustavo, a lifelong martial artist and grappling enthusiast, shares a deeply personal journey through various...

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April 22, 2025

Posted by V. Conway

Step-by-step progressive core exercise - Safe core workout to avoid back pain

‘Why do I have back pain when I can do so many sit-ups?’ – A...

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February 18, 2025

Posted by M. Leblanc

Leave your ego at the door vs. Keep your ego beside

The trend ‘Leave your ego at the door.’Somehow that ended up becoming the unofficial slogan...

Stories from the mat

January 28, 2025

Posted by J. Amor

Most common injuries in grappling arts and contact sports

Despite their many health benefits, all sports carry the risk of overusing certain parts of...

Stories from the mat

December 28, 2024

Posted by J. Amor

BJJ and Submission Grappling Competitions 2025

Are you working on building up your competition profile? We have assembled a large number...

Stories from the mat

November 13, 2024

Posted by J. Amor

MMA Competitions 2025

Thinking of dialing up your competition routine? To look for opportunities, we have created a...

Stories from the mat

October 26, 2024

Posted by M. Leblanc

Are you thinking of competing in MMA? - Here's a comprehensive guide on costs, logistics, and preparation

Introduction The popularity of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) has increased in recent years, becoming a...

Stories from the mat

September 22, 2024

Posted by M. Leblanc

Preparing for a BJJ competition - The ultimate guide from rules to resources

Introduction Competing in a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournament is a reward in itself for months...

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