Diversification

I talked the other day about how getting out of your comfort zone and competing could be good, but what if you already compete? What are things that will further your growth? The most logical is learning another martial art. Judo, wrestling, and Sambo are most directly linked to improving grappling. Boxing, kickboxing, and Muay Thai are complimentary to a solid grappling base. Then you have outliers that have less direct connections aikido, capoeira, and weapon work all bring different things you can bring in for a better martial practice. Outside of martial arts, yoga, rock climbing, and water sports are all very popular in our community. I think it’s good to use other things to reinvigorate your Jiu Jitsu, sometimes the grind, burns you out, changing the pace and being a beginner again might be what you need.