Luta Livre – Brazilian Freestyle Fighting
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu wasn’t the only grappling martial art to be developed within Brazil. Luta Livre, which is often overshadowed by BJJ, has a...
Pull Guard – BJJ Technique
In sport Jiu Jitsu, many of the best BJJ athletes in the world pull guard. Instead of fighting for a takedown or throw, they...
Dagestani Handcuff – Everything You Need To Know
In MMA, Dagestani fighters have been taking over the sport. Using a variety of techniques that they were taught within Sambo and wrestling.
One of...
Single Leg Takedown: Explained
To go along with our breakdown of the double leg takedown, we’ll also spotlight the single leg takedown. The single leg is another must...
Double Leg Takedown: Explained
To get your opponent to the ground, nothing beats an old-fashioned double leg takedown. It is a rudimentary technique but is still the most...
10 Reasons to Change Your MMA GYM or BJJ Academy to Another
Many long time practitioners of MMA and BJJ, or any martial art really, can tell you the importance of having a trustworthy gym. So...
UFC Weight Classes: Explained
The UFC has come a long way since it was originally a one night no-holds barred anything goes tournament. To survive, the UFC had...
10 Point Must System: Explained
Whenever you tune into a fight, the commentators do a quick breakdown of the upcoming fights. After breaking down the fight card, they explain...
12-6 Elbow Breakdown And Why It’s Illegal
For years, MMA experts and fans have been perplexed by the legality of the 12-6 elbow strike. Since MMA rules have been established, this...
Question Mark Kick – Everything You Need To Know
There’s one deceptive kicking technique that has really been starting to be used within MMA and kickboxing. It may look as if one kick...
