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Training for Jiu Jitsu

In: Jiu-Jitsu

By: Stuart Cooke

Many martial arts take a toll on the human body. With hard joint locks and throwing techniques, Jiu Jitsu can be hard to train in without additional exercise. more...

Leglocks in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

In: Jiu-Jitsu

By: Jeff Chan

Leglocks are a devastating family of submission techniques for BJJ and submission grappling. Why are they ignored - even discouraged - by many Brazilian jiu-jitsu clubs? more...

Jiu Jitsu Ground Techniques

In: Jiu-Jitsu

By: Stuart Cooke

In both Brazilian and Japanese Jiu Jitsu, there are many options for the fighter than ends up on the ground. Here are a few examples. more...

UFC 99 The Undercard

In: Ultimate Fighting Championships

By: Mellissa Scotland

The undercard of UFC 99: The Comeback, proves to be as exciting as the main card. Six exciting fights give our European fans a taste of each division. more...

UFC 99 The Main Card

In: Ultimate Fighting Championships

By: Mellissa Scotland

The Main card for UFC 99 features a catch weight bout between Wanderlei Silva and RIch Franklin, and the return of the Croation Heavyweight Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic. more...

SHO MMA Strikeforce Challengers

In: Martial Arts (general)

By: Mellissa Scotland

Strikeforce Challengers debuts a variety of fresh fighters looking for a new start and to climb the organization division ladders. more...

UFC Champion 2009

In: Ultimate Fighting Championships

By: Mellissa Scotland

2009 has seen a new Light Heavyweight champion and many exiting title challenges and defenses . See inside for an updated list of title holders in each division. more...

Why is Fedor Emelianenko not in the UFC?

In: Mixed Martial Arts

By: Jeff Chan

Most mixed martial arts fans would love to see Fedor Emelianenko vs. Randy Couture. Unfortunately, the UFC's stringent contract terms have prevented that from happening. more...

How to Do Harai Goshi

In: Judo

By: Jeff Chan

Adding a hip swing to judo's ogoshi turns the throw into harai goshi (swinging hip), a more powerful and dynamic throwing technique that is also harder to counter. more...

2009 IBJJF Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Mundial

In: Jiu-Jitsu

By: Jeff Chan

Between June 4th and 7th, 2009, the stars of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu world gathered in Long Beach, California to battle for BJJ's most prestigious title. more...

Using Your Head in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

In: Jiu-Jitsu

By: Jeff Chan

Effective BJJ fighters (both gi and no-gi) know how to dominate an opponent by using their own head as a "third arm" and/or by controlling their opponent's head. more...

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Theory & Technique Review

In: Jiu-Jitsu

By: Stuart Cooke

Published in 2001, Renzo and Royler's title on their family's style of Jiu Jitsu is one of the best in print. more...

UFC's Ultimate Fighter Results for May 20

In: Ultimate Fighting Championships

By: Lainee Hayward

This week on The Ultimate Fighter Jeff Lawson squared off against Jason Dent, and Jason Pierce's negative attitude continued to cause him problems. more...

Machida Beats Evans at UFC 98, Rampage Next?

In: Ultimate Fighting Championships

By: Nick Meyer

It's been predicted by UFC fans across the board for months, and now it is finally upon us. Yes, the Year of the Dragon is finally here. Is Rampage Jackson next? more...

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