So I got hit by Glandular Fever about a week back, and I've only just started to recover.  - I should probably watch who I kiss a little more closely. Yikes (I'm kidding, of course, I'm a wholly respectable gent. This probably would have come from someone spitting in my food. Or dribbling on me. Yeah.) One thing I've hated through this last...

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, as a sport, is relatively small. Sure, there are thousands of gyms and organisations internationally, but we're missing the high-profile nature of 'conventional' events like Athletics. Gaining the status of an Olympic sport could bring BJJ to many more locations around the world, inspiring people to watch and participate, and allow our athletes to earn the fame and remuneration afforded...

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Australia: It's my home, and I wouldn't have it any other way. While Australia isn't known for it's BJJ or MMA scene, mainly due to our small population and massive distance from the rest of the world, there's actually an enormous amount going on. With Ronda Rousey scheduled to fight Holly Holm at UFC 193 here in November, it's time to learn why...

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Hey guys! I've been out the last week or so due to uni commitments, so I don't have all that much informative to give y'all. Given that this blog has attracted much more attention than I thought it would, I've decided to start a facebook page: GeorgeJitsu This'll be a much more informal place for me to post thoughts, feelings, experiences, and whatever...

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I like a drink. Hell, I'm Australian, I'll chug ten beers for no reason at all (there's a celebration somewhere, right?). However, starting to train a bit more seriously means I have two hobbies that don't mix - BJJ and alcohol aren't good buddies, it would seem. Short Term effects of alcohol consumption. When drinking, you shouldn't train. That's fairly simple - while...

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BJJ classes aren't cheap, especially for a uni student like myself, This fact, as well as a lack of free time, mean that I can't train everyday. So, I really want to maximise my learning potential whilst in class - and this is something that everyone should strive to achieve. To start, here is the format of my classes, which has been common...

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Good nutrition = good health. It's simple, common-sense stuff. Eating well maximises the results you'll see when training, for both cardio and building strength. So, what are some easy ways to eat better, without buying a book written by a shit-peddling quasi-nutritionist? I'm no nutritionist either, but I've outlined some handy ways to make your diet work. 1. Eliminating or Reducing Sugar Source:...

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