Oh, it's October already? Oh, it's the middle of October? Oh, there's a costume party next weekend?? If you're like me, you've totally spaced on this year's Halloween costume.
That's why you're reading this blog. You're desperate.
Lucky for you, I've dug deep into my imagination and pulled out some pretty solid Brazilian jiu-jitsu themed costume ideas for you that are quick and easy...
The year's spookiest month is upon us: October. Culminating in All Hallows' Eve - a holiday with delightfully pagan roots - the entire month seems to be dedicated to all things that go bump in the night.
As you decorate your home with carved pumpkins, fake spider web, and cemetary-themed objects to thrill your neighbors and the hoards of small trick-or-treaters, as you shop for last minute costume ideas, as you watch horror movie marathons and sip your pumpkin spice whatever... remember that ghost, ghouls, witches and zombies aren't the only things that you might fear...
Your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi is one of the most abused piece of clothing in your closet. What else is is sweated in days on end, sweated on by countless others, grabbed and pulled and jerked around?
At the end of each use, your BJJ gi is undeniably disgusting. Which is why washing it - and correctly - is so important. All that sweat, grime and bacteria build up, transforming a humble piece of cotton into something less than appealing.
This eventual deterioration is inevitable, but you can delay it's advance... and therefore extending the longevity of your jiu-jitsu gi and keeping yourself from becoming "that smelly guy" on the mat.
Here are my top BJJ gi washing tips...
We make choices all the time. Some choices are inconsequential, while others hold a bit more weight. Choosing the right Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy is one of the latter.
Whether you've never done BJJ before and you're looking to get into it, or you're on the hunt for a new academy, finding the right academy is important. Not only is jiu-jitsu an investment - so you don't want to waste good, hard-earned money on a place that isn't going to meet your needs - but it's also a community of people. You want to find a place that you'll feel welcome, you'll feel safe to engage in pretend murder, and you'll potentially find life-long friends.
Here are some tips that will help...
Every year, we're seeing more and more young phenoms dominating the highest levels of jiu-jitsu. And every year, more of this group are the progeny of former world champions and Brazilian jiu-jitsu legends, such as Kingz Athlete Sarah Galvão.
Anyone who's been on the mats long enough have basically seen Sarah grow up. The only child of two of the sport's most recognizable legends, Sarah has recently come into her own, following in the footsteps of her parents.
We took a moment to chat with Sarah about her life, her goals, and what makes her who she is today...
