Do you spend a lot of time working on standing submissions? Are standing submissions likely to work on someone bigger and stronger than you? Does JJ...
My point is that you either run away, or you take the fight to the ground. I don't see another outcome for a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner in a self defense...
I am not arguing for or against Jiu-Jitsu, it's a legitimate curiosity that I have. Correct me if I am wrong, but the premise is to get your opponent...
How does Jiu-Jitsu handle concrete/asphalt? I'm curious about that because when you're sparring you can be aggressive with takedowns on a padded mat,...
Of course. I am not suggesting that benching 300lb will give you the technique of a Jiu-Jitsu black belt. That said, size and strength automatically...
Barbells + pull/chin-ups/dips. Use them to put on some muscle and strength. When strong, eat a little less gradually, while keeping the intensity and...
This is exactly the standard recommendation for those doing Starting Strength. ...Except this is not what the OP is saying at all. He's saying doing...
Yeah, we have this "argument" in every thread that mentions barbells, Rip, or SS. Gorbag follows me and Rich around and sends his army of strawmen at...
Does Rippetoe recommend someone add weight to their deadlift if they can't keep proper lumbar extension? Does Rippetoe recommend someone squat more,...
Is that when your ligaments and tendons just snap off because they cannot handle your overly strong muscles and you have to switch to the leg press?...