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    BJJ and Weight Training On The Same Day (Mistake or Secret Trick?)
    In this article, we'll delve into the pros and cons of combining BJJ and weight training, discuss the importance of recovery for BJJ practitioners, and explore why having strength and fitness is crucial in BJJ. We'll also touch on the role of strength in injury prevention, the risks of overtraining, and recommended practices for scheduling training sessions.
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    Overtraining Dangers Submission Shark
    I’d think you’d agree with me when I say that combat sports athletes, whether it be Brazilian jiu-jitsu, wrestling, Muay Thai, boxing or any other style of martial arts has some of the most passionate practitioners. The problem is that many fighters and athletes find themselves overtraining due to their love for martial arts. In this article, I’m going to show you the dangers of overtraining as well as highlight various methods to prevent this harmful habit. 
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    Nattie Boss, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt

    I think you'd agree with me when I say that structure helps create healthy habits that lead to long-lasting success and positive results for athletes and martial arts practitioners. The problem with this is that most hard-working athletes and martial artists struggle with creating structure in essential areas of athletic performance.

    It took me over a decade of undisciplined actions before I mastered the art of creating and maintaining structure. I'd like to tell you that it was hard work that brought me to progression as a jiu-jitsu practitioner, but it was actually as simple as...

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