Question: “How can I get better at Jiu Jitsu? I know mat time is a big part of it, but what else can I be doing to optimize my growth?” – Me (7 years ago in an online forum) Answer: When I asked this question in a popular online forum I was mostly blown off
Are You Cross-Training?
Cross-training with other gyms wasn’t always an option. A new age for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is here. The dark ages of the “us vs. them” mentality have slowly eroded. The growth of information available on the internet has eliminated “secret techniques.” Cross-training can be a huge leverage point for improvement. If your current gym is

