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Are you looking for a fun way to get a workout and possibly even lose a few pounds? If so you might have thought about giving Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu a try. The fact that BJJ is a good workout is just one of its many benefits. Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a great full-body workout. BJJ is a…
Looking for a good martial art for self-defense can be intimidating. After all, there are so many different styles to choose from. In addition, there are so many different martial arts styles that claim to be the best for self-defense. But what about Sambo? Is Sambo good for self-defense? Sambo is great for self-defense when applied…
The suplex is a very well-known takedown in freestyle and Greco-roman wrestling. However, many people view the suplex as a dangerous takedown. For this reason, you might wonder if the suplex is allowed in folkstyle wrestling that is practiced in American high schools and Colleges. A suplex is not allowed in folkstyle wrestling because of the danger…
Judo and Aikido can be hard to differentiate for the untrained eye, given the close resemblance in their uniforms as well as some of the moves and techniques. However, despite their somewhat similar appearances, there are some major differences between judo and aikido. Judo and Aikido differ in terms of practice, competitiveness, history, and level…
Luta Livre is an amazing martial art that often gets overlooked. This grappling art combines kicks and punches with aggressive takedowns and ground control. Its strong influences from catch wrestling and its Vale Tudo (anything goes) style make it an early form of Brazilian MMA. Luta livre is a martial art and grappling sport. It…
Judo is definitely an effective martial art for MMA. Many of the greatest MMA athletes are black belts in judo. Of course, these judokas will have to cross-train in other arts and be able to adapt their judo for it to be truly effective and best utilized in MMA. There are a few fighters that have…
It’s no secret to MMA fans that those transitioning from wrestling to MMA tend to experience tremendous success. After all, most UFC champions come from a wrestling background and I think it is safe to say that wrestlers will continue to dominate MMA. Wrestlers are so good at MMA because the rules and judging criteria…
When you first witness combat sambo you might not be able to tell the difference it and MMA. This is understandable seeing as how these two sports are very similar. Many great combat sambo competitors have also become world champions in the UFC. Combat Sambo is a mixed martial art of Soviet origin that includes…
Depending on your height, you might wonder if tall people are at an advantage or disadvantage in wrestling. There are both pros and cons to being tall or short in wrestling. If you can learn to adjust your wrestling style to your height you can capitalize on the strengths. Height matters in wrestling, and can be…
Greco-Roman wrestling is equally dangerous to freestyle wrestling and more dangerous than folkstyle. The prevailing danger of Greco-Roman wrestling is the possibility of athletes injuring themselves during competition. Common areas for wrestling injuries include ears, knees, hands, wrists, shoulders, elbows, and ribs. This article will explore what makes Greco-Roman wrestling dangerous, including explanations of the…
