How Belt Promotions Work
First, I need to emphasize the importance of the process, not the outcome. Belts will come as long as you keep showing up, work on your techniques,
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BJJ Gym Culture
BJJ Gym Culture is one of the most important factors to consider when looking for a new gym. For those of you who haven’t quite committed to walking
Jiujitsu Near Me
Like most other things in my life, “Jiujitsu near me” in Google started a fantastic journey at Lightning Kicks. I was overweight, struggled with self-esteem issues, and
Jiujitsu for women in Kalamazoo – Brazilian Jiujitsu is for Women too
“Why would I want to roll around with a bunch of sweaty people?” If you’re anything like me – I questioned the appeal of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
A Dog’s Guide to the Perfect Training Partner
The great American novelist Mark Twain once said “The dog is a gentleman; I hope to go to his heaven, not man’s.” Many people inherently love dogs,
Standing Up to Bullies
Let’s face it, most men in our day and age have never been in a physical altercation no less actually thrown a punch with the intent to
Fighting with Mental Health Part 2
One of the most powerful moments of my life was hearing another grown man tell me he loves me. I still remember it like it was just
Fighting with Mental Health Part 1
Here are some staggering statistics that most men – to their detriment – are too proud to admit: Over 6 million men suffer from depression every year
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And there I found myself watching the sun dive into the lake, staring into the beauty of the moment, befuddled as to why my finances and sanity
Death of the Toxic Man is the Birth of the Hero
Who is the toxic man if it is not the untested man? Indeed, it is the man who can feel the tug of the heroic deep within
