grappling with life on the mats
Any jiu jitsu student can relate to having a favorite gi. Whether you keep a simple white gi collection, or sport funky colors & patches; they mean a lot to us–we spend a lot of time in them. If you added up the total hours… some gis may rack up a couple weeks or months of total wear time!
Sadly, the inevitable times comes when you need to retire ole faithful.
keep reading!In the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community, you’d be hard pressed to find a grappler who hasn’t come across the Arm Bar Soap Company label with their promotional presence among the sport’s top athletes. But will a luxury soap make your jiu jitsu any better? The short answer is no; but it does promise to keep you in the game longer by preventing skin infections before outbreak–allowing you to stay on the mats and off the sidelines.
keep reading!I have dropped serious cash on my home fitness equipment–and this list only includes the items I consider the most essential in my workout routine. I consider it a worthwhile investment due to the fact I have been able to completely replace membership to a commercial gym, and I put in a ton of hours with my home workouts.
However, you don’t have to spend a fortune on getting started–most importantly, you need to consider what you’ll actually use, and the intensity & wear you’ll put your gear through before purchasing top-of-the-line equipment. That’s why I’ve also included some budget & DIY suggestions so that you can access all the workouts that I do without the upfront cost.
keep reading!Supporting small businesses is more important than ever–and an amazing way to preserve the grappling community by helping fellow fighters succeed. These are just a few shops I have purchased from that have high-quality gear & accessories you won’t find anywhere else.
For the female fighter who’s used to unisex styles and products geared toward male athletes, I wanted to take time to highlight the shops that cater to women in the martial arts community.
keep reading!Give more than just a gift this season–this merch raises funds for cancer-fighting organizations.
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