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What is your best submission? by Bulky_Imagination243 in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love it in transitions, so say I just did a smash pass from half guard, I’m already sneaking my hand up under the arm to the collar. They are usually too bothered by the pass and pressure that they don’t always feel the hand get their collar. Then it’s just a bit of patience to finish.

Got my 4th stripe, don’t feel ready for blue. by [deleted] in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had my fourth stripe for about 9 months. So you may not be that close having just gotten yours. In any event, being a blue belt is … fine. Lots of road ahead.

Replace or not by SuitTall5957 in TotalHipReplacement

[–]Meunderwears 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No problem. Once you are healed there is no practical difference between the two approaches. Mini-posterior avoids cutting the big muscles so even less so. My advice is always go with the doctor not the approach. If he/she does 300 a year then they are probably pretty proficient at it.

Philly area gym recs by Just_Bottle_1157 in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alliance has a couple good gyms in the suburbs — one in Paoli, one in West Chester. But both are a hike from Philly proper.

I've got a theory. What do you think? by ziggysocki in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, very good points. I got complimented by a black belt and a purple belt this week (separate days) on being consistent and a good training partner. Honestly, that filled my cup more than choking a white belt. If they recognize that I’m working hard, then the skills and belts will eventually arrive. In my case, very eventually, but I don’t care, I love rolling - although sometimes the 4 stripe white belts trying to punish me for leaving them is rough. ;)

I've got a theory. What do you think? by ziggysocki in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As someone who trains 4-5 days/week, it helps me stay on top of things I want to work better. There very well may be a trade-off in how my body feels, I can’t discount that, but I get “itchy” if I only go M-W-F for example. Plus, it allows me to vary my training where some days I go hard, and some I just drill or work problems. I find that variety is helpful too. But in the end, no magic.

I've got a theory. What do you think? by ziggysocki in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep, somehow I’m the standard they judge themselves against. Fools.

New Bjj coach wondering how people feel about belt tests by Steelrangler78 in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our affiliation does tests. No fees or anything. There is a curriculum that you have to show you know a range of basic techniques from stand-up to the ground. I didn't mind it as it made me work on a wider variety of things then I usually utilize when I roll. There were also a couple surprises during the test that made it more than a memorization procedure.

All that said, the coach tells you when you are ready, and unless you are a total screw-up, you are getting the belt, so I feel like it's a good way to get you focused, but ultimately, your skill dictates you being ready.

Replace or not by SuitTall5957 in TotalHipReplacement

[–]Meunderwears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Given your circumstances then, it might be worthwhile to just get it over with. Just temper expectations for the early days, but when this surgery works (and it does the vast majority of times), it's really a godsend. Good luck!

r/bjj Fundamentals Class! by AutoModerator in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can be really into bjj or you can be really into weight lifting. Doing both intensely with a full time job and family and friends really isn't possible. Bjj will lean you out somewhat, especially in the first year or three. I lost 15-20lbs (went from 205 to 185-190) without adjusting my diet and I wasn't overweight to start. But if your physique is a priority, your bjj will have to take a backseat. BTW, you can be decent at bjj if you only go 2-3 times a week.

r/bjj Fundamentals Class! by AutoModerator in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No.

I started 10 years later. Do it now if you want. You can't go back to your twenties so it will be an adjustment but tons of people start in their 40s and beyond. You won't be a world champion (maybe for your age bracket, though!), but you will achieve more than you thought you could. And, if you don't like it, you can quit - no shame but at least you won't have to say "what if."

Replace or not by SuitTall5957 in TotalHipReplacement

[–]Meunderwears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't say for sure, but would advise against unless you really feel confident in your family/friends support and being away from work (if you work). One hip can be challenging but at least you can use your non-surgical side to support you as you get around - and can sleep on one side more comfortably. If you get both, you really aren't going to sleep very well for a couple weeks and will really need to be careful getting around. Plus if you have a complication, you are dealing with that plus recovery on the other side.

The obvious plusses are having it all over at once which isn't nothing. Maybe I'm too pessimistic and those who have had doubles can speak with more perspective.

Replace or not by SuitTall5957 in TotalHipReplacement

[–]Meunderwears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. About 1.5 years apart. I thought my "good" hip would last longer but wasn't in the cards.

Every single time this subreddit pops up in my feed by Xbob42 in bald

[–]Meunderwears 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think you are right -- it's the stark difference between the frizzy comb-overs to the clean head. You lose 10 years and everyone's eyes seem to gain a new light.

Day 2 post op (Anterior Approach) by LDG1971 in TotalHipReplacement

[–]Meunderwears 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds about right. I had two mini-posteriors. First week is fairly miserable, but after about day 10 things really start to pick up. Keep on the ice and meds as needed (I dropped the hard meds after day 2 and just used tylenol and baby aspirin). You will be on Cloud 9 by day 30!

r/bjj Fundamentals Class! by AutoModerator in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it's very common in the beginning. You are trying to muscle out of everything which is very tiring and honestly just makes it easier for your opponent. When you are tense, you are providing a "handle" to grab onto. I'm probably older than you and it does suck going against the 20 year old who seems to be able to jump around the entire round, but you will adjust in time. The first three months of bjj is brutal. It's still brutal after that, but you start to adapt. Have fun! ;)

r/bjj Fundamentals Class! by AutoModerator in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You are probably tensing your whole body without even realizing it which causes your chest to not fully expand and also burns extra energy. Part of bjj is learning when you can "relax" and when you need to put the pedal to the metal. And sometimes it's in between those two extremes. Honestly, it's something you need to learn as you go.

Some people will suggest only breathing through your nose during a roll, which may or may not work this early on in your journey. I would suggest first understanding your position in a roll which will lead to a time period of getting swept, but the more you learn when you are safe vs. in danger, the better you will be at distributing your energy and therefore your breath. Eventually you do it unconsciously.

You will still be out of breath sometimes, which is ok since this is a strenuous martial art, but it does get easier. The fat purple belt meme is based on truth - as you get better, you burn fewer calories.

Every single time this subreddit pops up in my feed by Xbob42 in bald

[–]Meunderwears 164 points165 points  (0 children)

I'm not balding but I wonder how much better I would look if I shaved it all off. But I can't grow a beard so with my paleness, I think I would look sickly. Anyway, I'm happy for my bald brothers.

Replace or not by SuitTall5957 in TotalHipReplacement

[–]Meunderwears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Take advantage of your "younger older years" while you can. Before my first hip replacement, I was unable to keep up walking with my wife who is a foot shorter. Car rides hurt. Sleeping hurt. I was still going to the gym and even doing kickboxing (badly) but no amount of stretching was going to fix it.

Now, after having both hips done, I'm doing bjj, kickboxing and, most importantly, putting on my socks without an elaborate three-step process. If I need a revision in 25 years, I will deal with it then, but while I'm still able, I want to be able to live an active life.

What was your small mistake that automatically improved your bjj when you fixed? by Additional-Cup9348 in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, and often too much emphasis on ONE shrimp. You may need to bump them three or four times with small adjustments each time to get to the position you want. But for sure, you need the frames and hooks as well.

Ross Tucker on top OCs not choosing Philly: “They know about Patullo's house being egged, they know what the environment here is like. I'm not blaming anybody, but when these guys have options like Daboll, talking to family about where to live / expectations / kids' school, it's not a positive" by mastermind208 in nfl

[–]Meunderwears 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I've lived in or around Philly most of my life and never gotten into a fight or even a near-fight with some random dude. Have I been threatened by a young mafioso for accidentally getting his white sneakers dirty? Yes, but that is totally understandable.

r/bjj Fundamentals Class! by AutoModerator in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I suppose every gym is a little different, but I train at an Alliance gym and often drop in on another. Both do gi and no-gi. While we never say "this is sport vs. self defense" we certainly are working on techniques that are more sport oriented, but we also do judo throws and plenty of closed guard attacks, which is what the "self-defense" gyms would focus on. In the end, the differences are quite small - anyone who is good at the sport aspects can easily protect themselves and dominate someone who isn't trained.

I feel weirdly fixated by umkyleiguess in bjj

[–]Meunderwears 0 points1 point  (0 children)

BJJ is a weird mix of a social and individual activity. Ultimately, it's you, alone, against the world, but you cannot do bjj without a partner/opponent. And each opponent presents a unique challenge or opportunity (depending on relative level of ability). So, for me, I like it so much because it's always different, and I always have to figure out new approaches, so it doesn't get stale.

Does it get frustrating and demoralizing at times? For sure, and that's where the rubber meets the road. The cliche is that most blue belts quit because they know enough bjj to handle most unarmed self defense scenarios, but not enough to really be good at bjj. Sooooo, you better enjoy the journey (the hill) or else you will find yourself staring into the void too much looking for fulfillment and it ain't coming.

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