Let's be honest, you're not a fresh-faced 18-year-old with endless free time. You've got a career, maybe a family, and fitting in those precious hours on the mats for BJJ is already a carefully orchestrated balancing act. So when the internet throws out the usual fitness noise "just roll more!" (as if that magically solves the cardio issue when you're gassed after one round) or "add grueling sprint sessions!" (yeah, right, squeezing that in between work deadlines) it's enough to make your eyes roll.
You know the truth: BJJ rewards mat time. More drilling, more sparring, more of those hard-fought rounds are the real drivers of progress. But what happens when your lungs are burning before you even finish the warm-up?** You're relegated to the sidelines**, watching others get the valuable reps you desperately need. That time spent catching your breath against the wall isn't exactly sharpening your armbar.
And the flip side? The idea of adding yet another demanding fitness program to your already packed week feels like a cruel joke. You're already juggling work demands, family obligations, and trying to maintain some semblance of a social life, all while pursuing your passion for grappling. Where exactly are you supposed to carve out hours for extra conditioning? The frustration is real: you're dedicated, you love the sport, but your fitness is holding you back, and the standard advice just doesn't fit your reality.
That's where we come in. We understand the unique challenges faced by the hobbyist grappler. We cut through the overwhelming and often unrealistic fitness fads to offer a clear, concise, and, most importantly, effective path to grappling-specific fitness. Our approach is designed to integrate seamlessly into your already busy life, respecting your limited time and energy. We provide a solution that allows you to finally maximize your precious mat time, conquer that frustrating cardio wall, and experience the satisfaction of rolling stronger for longer all without demanding you sacrifice your career, your family, or what little free time you have left. It's about smart training that supports your BJJ journey, not another exhausting obligation.
A
Max Effort Broad Jump
3 x 1
B
Back Squat
10, 5, 3, 1, 1
C
Bench Press
10, 5, 3, 1, 1
D
Bent Over Row
10, 5, 3, 1, 1
Conditioning
E
10min Airdyne
Perform 10min Airdyne for MAX cals OR a 1600m run. Only do 1 option
F
1600 M Run
A
Extensive Side to Side Jumps
2 x 12 @ 6
B
Seated Box Jump
3 x 3
C
Back Squat
3 x 6 @ 6
D
Bent Over Row
3 x 6 @ 6
E
Push Up (iso sandwich)
3 x 8 @ 0:15
F
DB RDL (Iso Sandwich)
3 x 8 @ 0:15
G
Reverse Crunch
3 x 6 @ 6
H
Jefferson Curl
3 x 6 @ 5
A
Airdyne
1 x 30:00 @ 5
I'm an Exercise Physiologist and Strength and Conditioning Expert, who has been involved in combat sports for my entire life. As a BJJ black belt and former MMA champion, I know both the science and practice of combat sports.
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