Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast
The Secret To Fixing BJJ Elbow Pain
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Key takeaways
- Understanding your calorie intake and expenditure is essential for effective weight management in BJJ.
- Communication and consideration are key when training with partners who have long hair.
- Managing elbow pain involves careful training modifications, flexibility work, and potentially reducing volume to avoid aggravation.
Summary
Weight Management and Nutrition for BJJ
The episode addresses a question from James regarding weight management for BJJ, where he shares his journey of dropping from 340 to 280 pounds. The hosts discuss the importance of understanding calorie intake and expenditure, and suggest using wearable technology to track activity. They recommend measuring daily movement, aiming for around 10,000 steps, and finding a manageable calorie deficit over the week.
Rolling Etiquette for Long-Haired Grapplers
Doug asks about etiquette when rolling with training partners who have long hair. The hosts agree that it's important for grapplers to manage their hair, and suggest that if someone accidentally grabs hair while rolling, it's courteous to mention it. They discuss the challenges long hair presents in Jiu-Jitsu and share light-hearted suggestions for managing it.
Dealing with Elbow Pain in Jiu-Jitsu
Rob, a new purple belt, seeks advice on managing elbow pain that limits his training. The discussion covers preventive measures such as modifying training volume, focusing on low-intensity, high-rep exercises, and the importance of flexibility work to alleviate pain. The hosts suggest incorporating isometrics and eccentric exercises while addressing the need for rest to avoid aggravating the injury.
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