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The Maximal Effort Method for Jiu-Jitsu: Science, Strength, and Domination

The Maximal Effort Method for Jiu-Jitsu: Science, Strength, and Domination

Why Strength is the Foundation of Grappling Success In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, technique is king—but only...

Fri Feb 14, 2025
Full Body Jiu Jitsu Workout: Dynamic Effort Day

Full Body Jiu Jitsu Workout: Dynamic Effort Day

Introduction to Westside Barbell BJJ Strength Training Strength training is filled with opinions, theories, and...

Wed Jan 29, 2025
Absolute Strength for Grapplers

Absolute Strength for Grapplers

One important attribute in all sports, especially grappling sports, is absolute strength. Absolute strength represents the maximal amount of force an athlete can produce. Gains in absolute strength for a grappler lead to stronger takedowns, better sprawls, improved control, and the ability to use strength to force submissions when technique fails.

Tue Oct 11, 2022
Conditioning for Grapplers

Conditioning for Grapplers

When most think of conditioning work, their mind goes to exercises like long-distance jogging or hill sprints. While these exercises are excellent options to choose when building aerobic capacity, they aren’t exactly relative to the sport. If you want to maximize the conditioning for a specific sport, you must find ways to tax and fatigue the athlete relative to their sport.

Tue Oct 04, 2022