Yoga for BJJ

Tom

San Antonio, TX, United States

Middle aged, outta shape judoka that has found yoga a great help for living with a well used body.

16 Apr 11:54

The half lunge twist seems useful for inverted players.

16 Apr 10:12

I have only just begun my training for instructor, but one thing I am aware of is that there seems to be a lack of understanding in some groups. Maybe try suggesting it as a mobility or recover seminar. It took my wife almost twenty years to get me into yoga, so I am one of the thick headed types too. Lastly as I’ve noticed some of the content can be tailored to the theme of the day or week, maybe coordinate with the other instructors, if the emphasis is guard perse work on the mobility that makes your guard killer so on and so on.

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12 Apr 06:19

Hello everyone!

I’d like to introduce myself, my name is Tom I am a middle aged out of shape judoka that started yoga after my wife finally got me to attend a class. I have done mostly hatha and yin, I have had a several injuries (arthroscopic reconstruction both knees and one shoulder) in my life and love the adaptability within my own mat space. As for judo and BJJ; I am a perpetual white belt with years of practice (I moved too frequently in the past), I practiced Korean style judo (single hand grips) which is illegal now sadly. I am currently working through the yoga coach program. Thanks everyone! I look forward to this journey!

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