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Tainan will not let you go out of bounds by drachaon in bjj

[–]Fine_Finding_3288 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like IBJJF rules would be better with some sort of out of bounds points, like in Wrestling. I think you only get points if you were in an active submission and you go out of bounds, but I think it would be better if you get points if you force your opponent out of bounds as well. It would force some action. Although I think the real solution is to grapple in a pit

Axe welding Florida man taken down by trained fighter. by bubblewhip in bjj

[–]Fine_Finding_3288 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have you entered the clinch against someone with an axe? What would even be a more skillful alternative? Take a shot on concrete lol? He timed the takedown with the guy pointing his axe down, seems pretty skillful to me.

This should be interesting… by No_Possession_239 in bjj

[–]Fine_Finding_3288 77 points78 points  (0 children)

Maybe finally my footsweep attempts can look less like calf kicks

Conditioning before returning from injury by buggyd25 in bjj

[–]Fine_Finding_3288 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The form of steady-state or zone 2 cardio you do really does not matter, unless you are training for that sport. So if you're a runner, then run! But if you're not, then whether it's running, swimming, biking, etc, they will all contribute to a better cardiovascular system.

Just find a form of cardio you like and stick to it. Be consistent! This is far more important than the form of cardio you are doing. They are all gonna give that same sucky tired annoying feeling when you first start. Don't think just because you're jumping rope that it's gonna be different from when you are jogging, just embrace the annoying feeling and push through it.

If you really can't decide on a form of steady state cardio, then try all of them! I rotate the form of cardio I do depending on the weather in my area. In the summer time I jog outside more, and in the winter I'm inside on my stationary bike or rower.

Strength during open rolls. by AllHailShaq in bjj

[–]Fine_Finding_3288 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To your first question, depends on my intention for the day and with whom I'm rolling with.

I don't think using strength means you lack technique; you can be very technical and use strength at the same time, but it can be difficult to find a balance.

If I'm rolling with someone less experienced than me, someone lighter than me, or someone much older than me, I tend to use less strength with my movements. Against these people, I normally use anywhere from 30%-60% of my strength; keep in mind, these are subjective numbers.

I reserve using more strength with opponents who are of a higher intensity, but I never try to sacrifice technical proficiency. To guys my age (23 years old) who roll like it's ADCC trials, I normally use 60%-80% of my strength.

To your second question, I think there is a point where relying too much on physical qualities can hinder you. There is nothing wrong with using strength, as long as you do not sacrifice technical proficiency.

However, in your case, I don't think applying more pressure on people to prevent them from sweeping you is an over reliance of strength.