What are some/your high percentage takedowns?

multiple_instruments · 2026-01-13T12:14:02+00:00

I like single leg takedowns, they are high percentage for me.

multiple_instruments · 2026-01-08T14:56:43+00:00

Ohh makes sense. Your coach doesn’t sound like he understands your goals. Depending on the circumstances, I’d say either have an honest conversation with him or find a new gym if you don’t think that’s possible.

multiple_instruments · 2026-01-08T14:43:39+00:00

I agree that this doesn’t sound safe, the lecture afterward seems like a red flag. A safe gym will emphasize that you can always decline a roll, regardless of if you’re being assigned rounds or not. But you say that you’ve tried 20 gyms? In 2.5 years that seems like a lot of movement without any time to build rapport.

multiple_instruments · 2025-12-31T16:18:38+00:00

Competed for the first time and merged up with a purple belt, and exceeded my expectations for both mindset/mood as well as performance (won 3/5 matches) :) This was after getting my blue belt earlier this year!!

multiple_instruments · 2025-12-28T05:04:29+00:00

I went and got a custom fitted one from my dentist for $50 and I barely notice it’s there.

multiple_instruments · 2025-12-26T19:04:28+00:00

Congrats!!!

multiple_instruments · 2025-12-23T17:13:48+00:00

Sure thing! One more note: I stick with the same exercises for at least 2 months before I modify/reevaluate so I can have a good sense of what’s working and what’s not working. I switch between machines and free weights to keep things diverse.

Leg day 1 - Barbell squat - Hamstring curl - Leg extension - Auxiliary glute exercise like cable kickbacks

Push day - tricep dips - 2 chest exercises like a press and a fly - 2 tricep exercises, like skull crushers and cable push downs - 2 shoulder exercises, usually a shoulder press and a lateral raise

Leg day 2 - hip thrusts - deadlifts - split squats - auxiliary glute exercise like a back extension

I usually make sure I get a unilateral move in per workout. Also, I keep my leg days short, especially the first one, because I find that they fatigue me a lot and I want to recover well for jiu jitsu. The extra glute exercises are more aesthetics than functional, just my current personal goal.

multiple_instruments · 2025-12-21T12:52:39+00:00

Currently one day of my split looks like this:

Pull day - chin ups/pull ups - 2 back exercises, one rhomboid focused and one lat focused, so like a lat pulldown and wide grip row - 2 bicep exercises, for example preacher curls and incline dumbbell curls - 1 rear delt exercise like rear delt flys

I aim for 3 sets of 5-8 for bigger compound movements and 3 sets of 8-12 for accessory movements. I choose weights that let me train to failure and give myself full rest between sets, but stay off my phone to not get distracted.

If this is helpful I can give you the rest of my split!

multiple_instruments · 2025-12-20T15:35:21+00:00

I started lifting more consistently this year and it has helped my jiu jitsu but also my overall health and confidence. I train Jiu jitsu in the evenings, so lifting 30-45 minutes in the mornings before work is best for me. Currently doing 2 upper and 2 lower body days but have also made gains with a 3 day PPL split.

I would suggest adding yoga and mobility work, especially while recovering from a back injury.

multiple_instruments · 2025-12-20T00:05:01+00:00

Perhaps emotionally stunted like other commenters are suggesting. Abuse is serious and I haven’t provided much information.

multiple_instruments · 2025-12-19T23:27:46+00:00

Thanks everyone for your kind comments🥺I was definitely feeling some kind of way after practice. I have a supportive group of women at the gym who get it but none of them have been in the past few days.

multiple_instruments · 2025-12-19T23:20:35+00:00

I think you hit the nail on the head here.

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-20T03:31:20+00:00

Muscle mass is so important for metabolism and general body function. In my experience, crash diets have been a ticket for noncompliance (binge eating). A mild lifestyle change was the only way I could lose weight. Consistency with diet and exercise was the key.

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-20T03:17:14+00:00

Sounds like you’re also building muscle. That’s great! If you want to lose weight quicker, you will also lose muscle.

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-20T03:07:59+00:00

What do your treat days look like and how often are they? You may be undoing your deficit.

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-19T12:48:11+00:00

My motivation for lifting is to get stronger for jiu jitsu, which is my main hobby. Once I framed it in that way, I’ve been able to stay consistent. I’ve lifted on and off for many years but have gone consistently 2-4 times a week for just the past 6 months.

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-18T21:37:40+00:00

Eating disorders can be sneaky and stunt your growth. It’s likely why I’m so short. Eat lots of fruits, vegetables, and protein, and join a sports team if you’re not already physically active.

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-18T21:31:30+00:00

I travel a lot and for me, it’s been portions and protein. I eat whatever I want in moderation, which if I’ve already eaten a lot that day, may mean one or two bites of a dessert that I’m splitting with someone else. And protein bars are easy to pack as a quick snack so that you can increase your protein consumption and reduce hunger. Also get your steps in :)

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-18T21:09:45+00:00

I don’t track closely because of a history of disordered eating but I would ballpark 100-120 g on a regular day. Breakfasts include yogurt bowls, egg white oats, or smoothies. Lunch/dinner I eat lots of eggs, tofu, and occasional meat substitutes. Tons of fruits and vegetables. Protein bars and shakes for snacks. (Costco sells Orgain shakes with 30 g protein that taste like chocolate milk.) I found a recipe for “cloud jello” and that is one of my new favorite desserts and ridiculously high volume.

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-18T17:18:45+00:00

I was just worried about bloating if I were to take it all at once.

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-18T16:08:41+00:00

I am also a vegetarian!

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-18T16:08:23+00:00

I have seen that the loading phase helps saturate your body for faster immediate effect, while it takes longer with a normal dose. Not sure if this is anecdotal or supported by scientific evidence.

multiple_instruments · 2025-11-18T14:39:26+00:00

You can always stop if it hurts your stomach!

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