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Be A Complete<\/em> Fighter<\/h4>\nThere are many types of martial arts out there and I have studied over 15 of them in my 35+ years of experience in martial arts, even earning black belts in five of them. Currently, I study Krav Maga<\/a>, an Israeli Martial art taught to the Israeli military; Pekiti Tirsia Kali, a Philipino stick and knife fighting art<\/a>; and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu<\/a> (or BJJ), a Brazilian (obviously) grappling art very similar to Judo. I study these three very different arts because I want to be a complete<\/em> fighter.\n[dfads params='groups=292&limit=1&orderby=random']\nKrav Maga teaches me an effective way to use my hands and feet for self-defense with a proven method developed strictly for defense instead of sports fighting. I study stick and knife fighting because you can almost always find a stick or stick-like instrument<\/a> anywhere that can be used for self-defense and you can either carry a knife legally, or, if you happen to be in your kitchen and someone breaks down your door, easily grab a kitchen knife and know how to use it effectively. But this article is actually about the third martial art I study\u2013 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.\n
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Why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?<\/h4>\nEven though I am quite effective in hand-to-hand stand-up fighting, I have found that once the fight is taken to the ground<\/a> (which is where most fights end up whether you like it or not), I did not know what to do. I thought about taking a Judo class, which is very effective in getting someone on the ground and keeping them there, but instead chose to focus on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (or \"BJJ\"). Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is even more effective than Judo once you go to the ground.\n

What Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?<\/h4>\nBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most popular martial arts in the world and is composed of both offensive and defensive self-defense techniques. There are hundreds of techniques in BJJ and countless benefits associated with its practice, including helping you with both your physical and emotional development as well as helping you develop patience, relaxation, discipline, and self-confidence.\n\nBJJ has proven to me and countless others how effective it is as a method of self-defense. You see, I served as a federal agent for over 18 years and in three military branches as a special agent, protective services officer (bodyguard), and counterintelligence agent.\n\nI even worked in the protective services division at the Defense Intelligence Agency. I tell you all of this because based on real experience I know which martial arts work in a real fighting situation and which don't. BJJ is one that works if done the right way.\n[dfads params='groups=292&limit=1&orderby=random']\nMany martial artists around the world are using the techniques of BJJ. Most military and law enforcement agencies have incorporated some BJJ techniques and mixed martial arts has adopted most of its techniques from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The reason for this is because the techniques present in BJJ are realistic and effective when it comes to fighting.\n

Hone Your Body And Mind<\/h4>\nYou will certainly improve your physical fitness. I \"roll\" with multiple opponents half my age for ten-minute rounds and have done so since starting BJJ. There are both soft and hard techniques in BJJ. Hard techniques train and condition your body. Your physical condition is very important when it comes to fighting. You need to train your body to absorb the impacts of your opponent's strikes and kicks.\n
\n\t[dfads params='groups=290&limit=1&orderby=random']<\/div>\nSoft techniques, on the other hand, focus on your mind. Training your mind is very important because your mind is what sends the signals to your muscles that tell your body to fight. When your mind is perfectly conditioned you can perfectly execute the techniques that you have been practicing for so long.\n

Learn To Relax<\/h4>\nAnother benefit of the mind training is learning to relax. When I first started, being 6 feet 250 pounds, I tried to use my size to fight my way out of situations, especially when on my back. Big guys (anyone really, but especially big guys) hate to be on their backs. So, I would try with all my might to get people off me. Well, even smaller, less strong guys and women could hold me down<\/a>.\n\nAll I succeeded in doing was wearing myself out with all the struggling. Had these been real fights I would have been exhausted and my attacker would easily beat me to a pulp. As my BJJ training progressed, I learned to relax when on the ground, save my energy, and either wait for or create the opportunities I needed to escape from, or \"tap out,\" my opponent.\n

Calm Your Mind<\/h4>\nBJJ training also includes meditation. Meditation is a type of training that can help you program your mind. As you program your mind, you are increasing your chances of getting better results when it comes to the execution of techniques.\n[dfads params='groups=292&limit=1&orderby=random']\nAdditionally, meditation helps you calm your mind. Having a calm mind is essential for all martial artists. Make sure that your mind is at ease before going into the battle. In BJJ, you must also be disciplined to improve your fighting skills. All BJJ practitioners are taught to control their emotions and behaviors.\n

It's Never Too Late To Start<\/h4>\nSo, in this article, I have shared the benefits I and many others have received as a direct result of practicing BJJ. If you think you are too old, you couldn't be more wrong. I am 55 years old and have bad knees from many years of training, but I am still able to train in this great art three times per week.\n
\n\t[dfads params='groups=290&limit=1&orderby=random']<\/div>\nIt's time for you to increase your ability to defend yourself by training in BJJ. Don't worry about becoming a black belt; I have no desire for that. Just learn as much as you can. Even with six months to a year of regular BJJ training, you will change your body and your mind.\n\nGain the heart of a true warrior and practice the right techniques, but beware\u2013 you will only gain these benefits if you are willing to put forth the effort to push yourself during your BJJ training. It will be well worth it in the end.\n

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