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Why wear a rash guard in BJJ or MMA?
Should we really wear a rash guard in BJJ? A look at why a rash guard may be the right choice for BJJ or MMA practitioners.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Feb 24, 2024
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Why BJJ Purple Belts Have No Cardio!
Do BJJ purple belts have less cardio? BJJ Report looks at the reasons this may be true.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Feb 17, 2024
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10 bad things to eat before training BJJ!
10 bad things you should not eat before training BJJ. What we eat and when we eat plays a role in our performance.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Feb 10, 2024
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Why dont BJJ Black Belts do Warm Ups?
Why doesn't the professor warm up before class? They can chain tap us into oblivion so what's the difference.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jan 20, 2024
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Get to BJJ Blue Belt Faster!
Advice on how to fast track getting promoted to BJJ blue belt. Learn this and your likely to get promoted faster.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jan 13, 2024
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Are all Black Belts Good Teachers?
Should all Black Belts Be Good Teachers? Some may just be better competitors than instructors.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jan 6, 2024
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Dark Arts | Are teaching wristlocks okay in BJJ?
Is it wrong to teach wristlocks in BJJ? Wristlocks are a controversial topic of the BJJ community.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Nov 18, 2023
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Are we drilling correctly or wasting time?
Is drilling a waste of time? In Jiu Jitsu, Can you really rely on muscle memory without the true benefit of real resistance?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Nov 11, 2023
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Who should clean the mats after BJJ Class?
BJJ Report: Who should clean the mats after class, The professor or the students? Both answers are correct however debatable this may be.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Oct 28, 2023
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Does your BJJ professor know you exist?
In this article we will explore the type of professor you may (or may not) have. Our goal is to open the eyes of Jiu Jitsu practitioners...

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Oct 14, 2023
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Wait until Blue Belt to free train?
Should you be able to free train before blue belt? What is the best way to learn how to free train?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Oct 7, 2023
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If someone in BJJ smells who do you tell?
If Someone smells in BJJ what do you do? There are things you can actually say to someone if they smell bad in BJJ.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Sep 30, 2023
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Jiu Jitsu Is Not For Everyone!
Is BJJ a sport for everyone? The reasons are obvious why so many people quit before purple belt.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Sep 16, 2023
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Should you roll hard with white belts?
Should we take it easy on newer students or show them how Jiu Jitsu really works. Is no mercy a better way to teach?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Sep 9, 2023
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Should Purple Belts Be banned from Teaching BJJ?
There is no doubt that purple belts have a lot of knowledge and experience when it comes to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. It takes years to become...

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Aug 26, 2023
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Are private lessons in BJJ really worth it?
Are private lessons in BJJ worth it? Private lessons are costly however may help your game improve. BJJ Report looks deeper into this.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Aug 20, 2023
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12 reasons (besides guard pulling) you may get kicked out of a BJJ school.
12 Things that can get you kicked out of your BJJ Academy! BJJ Report shared things you should not do to remain a good BJJ student.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Aug 12, 2023
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9 reasons it is time to switch BJJ gyms!
9 reasons to train BJJ elsewhere! Here is a list of reasons why a person should consider the option of training at a different BJJ academy.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jul 20, 2023
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Are injuries avoidable in BJJ?
Here is a good question!! Ever talk to a person who has trained BJJ for years and says "i have never been injured"? Neither have I. In...
Matthew Tropp
Feb 4, 2023
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The Race to BJJ Black Belt!
Why you will always outrank everyone who gets a blackbelt after you! Once you become a BJJ black belt you are on a set promotional timeline.
Matthew Tropp
Jan 7, 2023
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