ARTICLES
Muay Thai Shorts vs MMA Shorts: Which Should You Wear?
They can look similar on a hanger, but fit and construction matter once you start moving. Choose shorts around the training you actually do.
What to Wear for No-Gi BJJ: Your First-Class Kit
Your first no-gi class is easier when your kit is one less thing to worry about. Start with the essentials, check your gym’s rules, and build from there.
Are BJJ Spats Worth It? Protection, Hygiene and Fit Explained
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a demanding sport. Every decision you make about your gear influences your performance, comfort, and safety. One of the most overlooked but critical pieces of gear...
Buggy Choke vs Traditional Strangles: When to Choose the Buggy
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers many ways to strangle an opponent—rear-naked choke, triangle choke, guillotine, Ezekiel. But what about the buggy choke? This once “gimmicky” submission is now appearing at high levels...
What does OSS mean in BJJ?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is full of unique terms that build community and culture. One of the most common—and misunderstood—is “OSS” (sometimes spelled “OSU”). If you’ve trained for any time, you’ve...
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Health Benefits: A Journey to Physical and Mental Well-being
More than just a martial art, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a holistic path to a healthier you. As someone who has spent over a decade on the mats, I've witnessed...
Best BJJ Shorts 2026: Top Jiu Jitsu Designs Revealed
Why Choosing the Right BJJ Shorts Matters The wrong shorts can ruin your roll. Loose basketball shorts snag fingers. Cheap fabric tears mid-scramble. Weak waistbands slip during competition. The right...
Best BJJ Gifts 2026: Top Choices for Jiu Jitsu Lovers
Introduction: The Spirit of BJJ Gifting The article sets the tone by emphasizing that BJJ gifts go beyond just items—they’re tokens of support and recognition of a practitioner's passion and...