Tips to Study BJJ Like a Pro

There's no replacement for on-the-mat training for developing the necessary hands-on skills in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. There is, however, a way to supplement your training and accelerate your BJJ knowledge: studying. 

While it may have a serious physical component, Brazilian jiu-jitsu is just like any other intellectual endeavor in that there's a mass of knowledge out there that cannot possibly be transmitted in short 1 to 2-hour sessions at the academy. In fact, even if it was possible to learn all there is about jiu-jitsu just being on the mat, the amount of time and energy it requires would take a tremendous toll on the body. Nobody has the time - or stamina - for that. 

No, to really understand the gentle art on a deeper level, you need to tap into that knowledge off the mat.  And unlike decades ago - when the only resources available were some dusty CDs and a few dense books - today there are a plethora of tools and sources available for the study of jiu-jitsu. There is so much... that it is almost too much, and can be overwhelming for those just diving into the world of BJJ. 

Not to worry. Here are four key considerations that help you upgrade the way that you study BJJ without destroying your body:

• Know Where to Start
• Translate Your Knowledge
• Drill with Intention
• Question Everything

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