If you're ever in the side control top position and at a loss for what to do next, then I have a solution for you that will ensure you are never without an option from side control again.
That solution is Marcello Monteiro's Side Control Attacks DVD.
This dvd is packed with strategies and options for side control attacks, many of which are only taught by the best instructors out there.
Some of what is shown is:
-A Very useful drill for regaining side control on sneaky opponents.
-Set ups for attacks that are very detailed and will take your opponent off guard.
-A brilliant wristlock submission from an overhook in side control that's almost impossible to see coming.
-A sneaky high percentage submission set up off of a mount attempt that will make your game much more dangerous.
-Counter concepts to keep your attacks coming even after your opponent counters your original attacks.
-An Omoplata set up from side control with a barrage of submission attacks that will keep you steps ahead of your opponent and give you a serious edge with these unpredictable side control attacks.
-And much, much more...
So if you'd like to spice up your side control game then pick up this great dvd at www.bjjcoach.com
It's sure to give you a dangerous edge from side control that you'l be able to quickly apply on the mats.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Sunday, June 13, 2010
The Secret of All Champions
If there is one thing that all champions have in common it's that they all strive to see improvement with every training session they undertake.
The truth is that most champions will have many things about their training and personalities that they share in common. But by far the most important underlying factor in their commitment to being the best is making sure they never waste a single day of training without focusing on a specific goal or area they would improve.
This isn't just wishful thinking either. There is a world of difference between saying you would like to see improvement in an area of your training and committing one hundred percent of your effort to making sure that you don't leave the mats until you have realized that improvement. It's obvious that to do this you need to be crystal clear on what area needs improvement as well as how you will achieve that improvement.
To find out what needs improvement you need to do some introspection and be completely honest about your performance. You can also get some honest feedback from your training partners as well as keep notes on what needs to be accomplished. By staying organized in this fashion you are making sure you stay focused on your game with a realistic perspective.
As for how you will achieve improvement in your game, your instructor is your greatest resource. From there you have private lessons for areas where you might be having more difficulty as well you can ask higher. There is also an endless supply of DVDs that can help focus on specific topics and moves.
It is important to note that the drive to constantly improve has to come from inside yourself as no one else can give you that motivation. You can surround yourself with positive reinforcement by staying around positive people who support you as well as stay inspired by reading and viewing material that will give you a boost in motivation and hello you stay focused. In the end though you have to be your biggest motivator. The drive to succeed has to come from within yourself.
How do you develop this type of unshakable laser like focus. Well the good news is that it is a habit, and like all habits it needs to be cultivated. The more you practice the stronger and more habitual it becomes, that way you eventually don't have to think about it but will stay motivated because it has become a habit.
The downside it that it has to be practiced regularly so you'll have to keep motivating pushing and driving yourself in order for the habit to form.
The truth is that most champions will have many things about their training and personalities that they share in common. But by far the most important underlying factor in their commitment to being the best is making sure they never waste a single day of training without focusing on a specific goal or area they would improve.
This isn't just wishful thinking either. There is a world of difference between saying you would like to see improvement in an area of your training and committing one hundred percent of your effort to making sure that you don't leave the mats until you have realized that improvement. It's obvious that to do this you need to be crystal clear on what area needs improvement as well as how you will achieve that improvement.
To find out what needs improvement you need to do some introspection and be completely honest about your performance. You can also get some honest feedback from your training partners as well as keep notes on what needs to be accomplished. By staying organized in this fashion you are making sure you stay focused on your game with a realistic perspective.
As for how you will achieve improvement in your game, your instructor is your greatest resource. From there you have private lessons for areas where you might be having more difficulty as well you can ask higher. There is also an endless supply of DVDs that can help focus on specific topics and moves.
It is important to note that the drive to constantly improve has to come from inside yourself as no one else can give you that motivation. You can surround yourself with positive reinforcement by staying around positive people who support you as well as stay inspired by reading and viewing material that will give you a boost in motivation and hello you stay focused. In the end though you have to be your biggest motivator. The drive to succeed has to come from within yourself.
How do you develop this type of unshakable laser like focus. Well the good news is that it is a habit, and like all habits it needs to be cultivated. The more you practice the stronger and more habitual it becomes, that way you eventually don't have to think about it but will stay motivated because it has become a habit.
The downside it that it has to be practiced regularly so you'll have to keep motivating pushing and driving yourself in order for the habit to form.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Building a Killer Grappling Grip
When it comes to grip strength in Brazilian jiujitsu, not only is crushing strength important but so is endurance where you can hold on for a long time.
Here are some exercises proven to give you grips of steel.
To begin let's look at the most obvious one and that is the gripper.
Grippers are exercise tools of varying resistance that are small enough to be carried around. The great thing about these tools is that you can buy several of increasing resistance to build up your hand gripping strength, you can even close them and hold on to increase gripping endurance.
Pinching barbell plates. By starting off with one plate you can increase the duration you hold the plates to increase finger strength. The when one becomes easy you can always move up to two plates. This is a surefire way to increase gripping strength and endurance in a short amount of time.
Pull ups. This classic body weight exercise has been around for a long time, and for good reason, it works wonders not only on your back strength but your gripping strength as well. It's important to note that most movements and techniques in Brazilian jujitsu require pulling along with a superior grip. So pull ups are natural exercises that will help improve this movement. There are several variations, the most useful being the standard pull up with palms facing toward you and the parallel grip pull up with your palms facing each other. Remember to be pulling your elbows back when performing the movement to involve the back muscles and not focus too much on the arms. Of course the side effect of pull ups is that your grips will get much stronger.
Kettlebells; kettlebells are perfect for improving grip strength and endurance for the simple reason that the grips on standard kettlebells are very large and your hand will have to adapt to the grip with a heavy weight that will improve your gripping power. Another plus to kettlebells is that you can perform explosive movements which are very well suited and specific to the explosiveness needed in grappling movement.
Lastly, we have medicine ball catches. It's best to start off with a relatively heavy weight after you've properly warmed up. Start by throwing the medicine ball high up in the air, then catch it abruptly by using only your two hands. This will help with grip strength and also mimic the impact that occurs when someone is violently puling away from your grip. This impact training will definitely help condition your hands and fingers for that.
Here are some exercises proven to give you grips of steel.
To begin let's look at the most obvious one and that is the gripper.
Grippers are exercise tools of varying resistance that are small enough to be carried around. The great thing about these tools is that you can buy several of increasing resistance to build up your hand gripping strength, you can even close them and hold on to increase gripping endurance.
Pinching barbell plates. By starting off with one plate you can increase the duration you hold the plates to increase finger strength. The when one becomes easy you can always move up to two plates. This is a surefire way to increase gripping strength and endurance in a short amount of time.
Pull ups. This classic body weight exercise has been around for a long time, and for good reason, it works wonders not only on your back strength but your gripping strength as well. It's important to note that most movements and techniques in Brazilian jujitsu require pulling along with a superior grip. So pull ups are natural exercises that will help improve this movement. There are several variations, the most useful being the standard pull up with palms facing toward you and the parallel grip pull up with your palms facing each other. Remember to be pulling your elbows back when performing the movement to involve the back muscles and not focus too much on the arms. Of course the side effect of pull ups is that your grips will get much stronger.
Kettlebells; kettlebells are perfect for improving grip strength and endurance for the simple reason that the grips on standard kettlebells are very large and your hand will have to adapt to the grip with a heavy weight that will improve your gripping power. Another plus to kettlebells is that you can perform explosive movements which are very well suited and specific to the explosiveness needed in grappling movement.
Lastly, we have medicine ball catches. It's best to start off with a relatively heavy weight after you've properly warmed up. Start by throwing the medicine ball high up in the air, then catch it abruptly by using only your two hands. This will help with grip strength and also mimic the impact that occurs when someone is violently puling away from your grip. This impact training will definitely help condition your hands and fingers for that.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Another Great Video By Stephan Kesting.
This one features a great drill that is sure to have an impact, it applies to transitioning as well as setting up a submission. Stephan learned this from Vitor Shaolin Ribeiro so you know it's good!
Check it out here:
Shaolin Drill
Check it out here:
Shaolin Drill
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