Jiujitsu for beginners

Jiu-jitsu for Beginners

It takes confidence to become a jiu jitsu master, but it only takes a spark to get you started on your way. This martial art is perfect for beginners, from adults looking for something new to the little four year old ninja wannabe at the front of the class. At Budo Martial Arts in  mercer county New Jersey we provide a safe and supportive environment for jiu jitsu beginners and those still finding their feet.

Jiu jitsu was created for a smaller person to hold their own confidently against a bigger stronger opponent, while keeping themselves safe. It is recommended for both genders and all ages. Learning a martial art like jiu jitsu has many benefits:

• You can get a good workout and also build muscle in areas not used for regular daily activity
• You will increase your agility, reflexes and balance
• You learn problem-solving and skilfully thinking on your feet
• You will make friends
• Your confidence will increase both in the class and out
• You will learn self-defence skills
• You will have improved mental health and self-esteem
• You learn how to face your fears and anxieties
• You will learn humility, persistence and perseverance
• You will have fun

Learning jiu jitsu in our newjersey studio has many additional benefits for young children on top of this. The emphasis here is not on winning or losing, but quite literally, how you play the game. Children learn discipline, respect for others, patience and commitment, and about the total wellbeing balance between mind, body and spirit. Children learn how to work hard and that effort can be rewarded, how to set goals and then move forward to achieve them. 

Our lessons are taught with excitement, energy and enthusiasm. As it is a contact sport and could be dangerous if done incorrectly, we instil in our students a knowledge of how to keep themselves and other safe. The moves they do are taught carefully and they are assured to get them right, using them correctly so no one gets hurt. 

If your child hasn’t done any organized sports before, or if he or she is having a problem with bullying or shyness, this may be a very good first step for you. It is instilled in the students that they are never to attack first, only protect themselves when they or someone else are in danger. The techniques that they learn teach them to take down an opponent, but not to hurt them. We have an extensive anti-bullying program that also teaches our students how to deal with confrontation verbally wherever possible, and only turning to jiu jitsu as a last resort.

The New Jersey jiu jitsu facility is clean, hygienic, and beautiful and the equipment and mats are new. It is heated and air conditioned for perfect temperature control and comfort for our students. The studio radiates a relaxed atmosphere and positive energy that you will feel from the moment you walk in.

We have been teaching these valuable skills for years. Our instructors are experts, and very enthusiastic about what they do. The number one priority in our dojo is to ensure the safety of each and every one of our students. Through jiu jitsu you can learn so much, and one last thing we can teach you is that you, and your family, deserve to be safe.

Resources

http://examinedexistence.com/the-8-benefits-of-doing-jiu-jitsu-and-judo/

"If you cant you must " My Brown Belt in JiuJitsu

Receiving my Brown Belt in Jiujitsu yesterday from 5th degree Relson Gracie BlackBelt Phil Migliarese https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phil_Migliarese  is very surreal still.

I'm Honored to hold such a High achievement in such a martial art and want to live up the standards of my Lineage and inspire my students to do the same . The Journey of Climbing the hill is what makes us most hungry to reach the top. I can't say how hard this was in hind site and didn't even think this was possible a couple years back when dealing with all of my injuries.You'll never fly unless you jump .. this was what I was living on in between surgeries and not rolling BJJ. There is no " Perfect time" this is the biggest myth when trying to  reach any goals fail forward yes you heard me right fail forward. When this is implemented you take chances you didn't think where possible and accomplish things you never thought where possible.


Budo Martial Arts Studio

Supplements to feel better Mentally and physically!

Inflammation is the root cause for disease, immune system failure , belly fat , and sore muscles and sometimes depression. How does one create information in their body there's multiple ways from diet to stress to environmental factors. Some of those things we can change and some of those things we can't change for those of the things that we can change here is some supplements that have made me feel better over the years that I take almost every day.

Omega 3 's 

Flaxseed fish Oil walnuts are all sources of omega-3's if you're going to supplement with Fish Oil make sure you get a high-quality brand such as nordic naturals, or Carlson. Reason being is because these omega-3's are extracted from small sardines and not large fish which contain mercury,

Tumeric aka curcummin 

This is a natural plant and part of the ginger family which can be found in Indian and Asian dishes ( usually spicy ) 

Which have a cooling effect on the bodies cortisol system. I personally use 

( I have no connection with This company )

MegaFood Turmeric Strength For Whole Body Tablets, 60 Count (Premium Packaging) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GZ9LELO/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_Azg4vb96HXRRK

Probiotics 

Yes probiotics are not only good for your belly but always good for your brain. Reason being is there something called the " gut brain access " and basically what that means is what your eat is how you'll feel physically and mentally! And good brand I like is ( I have no connection to this product) 

Renew Life Ultimate Flora RTS Critical Care Probiotic, 30 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OMT6U4U/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_ECg4vbT81HY0D

Magnesium! 

I love taking a powder or liquid form of magnesium when I've been over training or A bit restless. It's natures Xanax! In Turn if you're relaxed you recover better and  your cortisol levels will regulate. Remember workouts and work are worthless if you can't recover and do it the next day great!

If your looking for my info on this post  de Mark hyamn has great info you can find here http://drhyman.com

Number 1 Tip for recovery after a Surgery or Injury

Surgery and injuries are most common in over trained Athletes. Now someone who is an out going Type A personality doesn't need to concentrate so hard on what it is they can do to heal. As an athlete myself I've incurred many injuries from broken ribs to bi lateral hip labrum tears. Every Time I get injured I hear the same thing from the therapist "relax and rest let the injury heal as needed. My Type A personality kicks in an says " what can we do it make this go faster ?" Well forcing  this process won't make the injury heal quicker if anything it will be the reverse remember what got us here in the first place :) . Relaxing and letting time take it course it the BEST form of recovery and thus the HARDEST  and Best 

Why I'm not a Kru

The word Kru is Thai word for an Instructor or Master teacher of  (Thai Boxing). I'd like to first start off by saying if John Wayne parr below doesn't consider himself a Kru I sure don't either 

After hearing John Wayne are on the Joe Rogan podcast he specified that he lived in Thailand and trained with Thai boxers for many of years. He is a multi world champion and has an extensive background in Thai boxing and still doesn't consider himself a Kru. My first like to state for me personally if I ever want to consider myself to be a Kru I would like to be appointed by a thai person from a Thai boxing camp in Thailand ( even then I don't know that id expect it fully )

Not only have I never been to Thailand to train with thaiboxer's but I've never had a formal Thai boxing match before myself. I've  trained with people who have been to Thailand I trained with Thai people in America. I would also like to state that my original background for Martial Arts is JKD 15 years ago  - Jeet June Bruce lees  fighting .Since then I've trained in multiple Martial Arts boxing , kickboxing,Muay Thai, Silat ,sambo, JiuJitsu, wingchun, TKD ,Mma , wresting , catch wrestling just to name a few ;) . I don't like to put myself in a box and say that I'm one thing because originally I started with JKD which was intended not to be any one thing and I intend on keeping it that way.

 "Using no way as a way, having no limitation as limitation." - Bruce lee 

Eat good feel good preform good !

Eat good, feel good and perform good!

Eating healthy becomes more of a chore then a day-to-day process or does it? In my personal life, I didn't start eating healthy until about 10 years ago and when I say healthy I mean not eating fast food (everything else was game). I've refined, refined and refined again what works best. I now have a formula that works for me and honestly I feel better throughout the day performance and productive wise. Dr. Mark Hyman, President of the Institute of Functional Medicine, states that "we need  certain nutrients, enzymes and minerals in order to thrive! Keyword thrive not live. There is not one size that fits all, maybe you are vegan, vegetarian maybe,  you are a Paleo eater. Finding out what works for you will boost your performance! Remember, treat your body like a Ferrari and it will perform like one! I want to know what works for you now. Which diet or eating habits make you feel optimal? 

Bi- lateral Hip resurfacing

I'm  on my third day of recovery at NYU hospital. The past couple nights haven't had to best rest due to pain and noise in the hospital .The procedure was done by Dr. Marwin on May 1 at around 4pm. I've perviously had  labrum repairs and fai in both hips done at the  rothman institute two years ago on May1 2013. Since then I haven't gotten any relief due to thining to no cartilage in both hips. This blog will be about my personal hip resurfacing journey !

Week 1 I'd be lying right now if I said that this surgery hasn't been that bad and I'm just lounging around with my wife and family enjoying life until this resolve. It's extremely challenging to say the leaset especially when you get both done at the same time. Sleep happens sometimes and pain is always present no matter how many pills I take and sitting down is a battle. You get the drift it's some what horrible for now ! I will say pain has decreased about 2% each day since surgery so there is slight relieve. But what I'm learning most is your mind can be your best friend or a complete nagger about every little thing. Don't get me wrong things are as I want them but who has everything they want ? And if they do are they happy ? I'm gaining wisdom and decreasing pain slowly but steadily !

Week 2 

This weeks has been pretty decent sleep has been consistant with out pain interruptions and I'm walking a lot more. I'm having lower back pain on the left side which I belive will resolve after moving and stretching more. I Really advanced in physical therapy and can walk with one crutch also my pain has come down considerably I would say about 30% less pain than last week.I ice at least seven times a day 30 minutes on 30 minutes off Believe this is bringing the swelling down a lot I have my follow-up appointment next week on Wednesday with Dr. Marwin.

Week 3 

I had my 2 1/2 week follow up with Dr Marwin this past weds in NYC. I was a bit concerned about my process due to some clunking issues and my hips. My staples where removed from the wound by an assistant ( can't believe it didn't hurt) Also with some swelling and walking issues. Not only was it reconfirmed by Dr Marwin  that I'm doing more than great but when I saw other patients in the waiting room who had surgery the same as mine and with more recovery time I was doing twice as good as them! So after my appointment I walked a good amount and York and grab some lunch. I'm walking more now than ever and plan on driving next week. Also started outpatient physical therapy which is going well and have been sent home with at-home workouts! The work out are good and exhausting looking forward to jumping on in the pool and exercise bike next week! 

Week 4 

I'm now one month post op and I can truly say the pain has decreased substantially( far from completely but enough to walk and drive a decent amount. Out patient therapy is 3 times and week the exercise bike is incorporated now every time for 10 mins on low resistance. when not there I'm doing at home exercise.  I've also purchased some tools to help my recovery.

The rolling pin ( tigers tails I use to roll my quads and some IT band since there very tight) 

Lacross ball aka torcher ball I sit or lye  on and use as a Muslce releaser when needed

Stretch strap is Great! I don't have and restrictions or pre cautions besides and running or jumping so my PT has me using this on claves , hamstrings , and quads.

The green band is used for clam shells with back on ground ( pics next week)

And the orange flex tubing I used to work my upper body 3 times and week in a circuit ( more pics and videos next week). While my lower half is rehabbing I'll work what I can up top! 

Week 5 

This week is very similar to week4 going to therapy three times a week though my walking is getting better without my crutches. And I'm seeing small improvements in my range of motion and flexibility

Started taking fish oil which I think is helping with the inflammation 2 g a day

Also L glutamine to grams every other day

And eating very healthy as much as possible plenty of fruits vegetables and lean meats!

My right side seems sore deep in the inner groin area I go for another follow up wed June 17th

Week 7 I just saw my Surgeon this weds In NYC everything looks good on the inside ( left side is still a bit swollen ) and I'll begin  Pilates next week and yoga to test things out. My walking has gotten a ton better and wed in NYC I walked a total of plus 3 miles ! I foam rolled my legs and hips this week which helped loosen things up a bit. Therapy is still as followed 3 times a week with some self stretching and strengthening exercises. I'm seeing improvements! 

2 months! Wow I can't believe it's already been two months! Sleep has been a ton better even on my sides. In the past week I switched physical therapist due to past therapist not addressing my needs. I am now back at Robert Wood Johnson sports physical therapy in Princeton New Jersey and very happy! I'm going 2 times a week but I have an hour of manipulation and stretching and one hour of exercises that are sports specific. Walking is good but still not 100% still muscle instability , and my glutes aren't firing 100 percent yet. I haven't started Pilates or yoga yet due to not feeling comfortable. I'm going to stick with my physical therapy at home program and go from there! 

Week 9

This past week has been pretty great ! I went to therapy twice with Olympic rowing team physical therapist Marc Nowak. He extremely knowledgeable and functional muscle movements. The Exercises you seen below that her strength exercises I mostly concentrating on tightens my core and my pelvic floor its very important. Walking seems to be better not completely but sleep is also better. Range of motion is also getting better every week I'm really looking forward to getting a full recovery it looks like everything is on track

Week 10&11

Not much has change but a bit more of range of motion. I'm doing do extended core works along with some light strengthens exercises. The reason we are not solely on strength is because with out good range of motion it would be counterproductive.ive been to active lately and have been told the more I scale back the faster my muscles with recover! Sounds easy right !? I'll trust the Him he knows his stuff !

Month 3 

I just met with my docotor  weds May 29th and he said that everything looks great! 

Things are rolling ahead as planned slow but steady. I'll be posting some pictures this week that helped me with my core and stability. I'm getting stronger all around and walking seems to be easier 

Week 13 

Range of motion has improved a lot ! And I'm kicking ever so slowly but slow and steady wins the race . My muscles don't fatigue as quickly as before so my work load has increased a bit. Here are some stretching that helps losing up the hips 

In this stretch my back is as flat as possible while lightly pressing my knees apart 

Notice feet are together 

Stretch below is aimed at the inner thighs 

Notice how my full back is on the ground and below the waist it relaxed. ( spread legs as far as comfortable for 1 mins and repeat 2 times ) 

The cobra stretch 

In the picture below I'm pressing up through my hands and Completely! Relaxing my legs and lower back to stretch not only lower back but front hip flexors

Assisted band stretching for front hip flexor and mobility of the joint capsule.

By putting the band behind my right leg with decent tension it always the hips joint to glide for more range of motion 

Note Hip with band is relaxed

Back straight 

Hold for 45-60 seconds 

Press hip forward to feel more of a stretch 

Week 14 and 15 

Progression is going well ! Slow and steady wins the race I can throw some slow... kicks now and some knees in Muay Thai. Sitting crossed legged is still a challenge and to much walking causes muscles spasms but my gluteus are getting stronger which in turn gives me more stability. Next week I'll be posting leg strengthing exercises 

1 year and 2 months post op!! 

Wow I really never thought I'd get to this point I literally feel 90% better I don't have any pinching or electric feeling in my hip anymore I now own my own martial arts school and can train jujitsu almost 4 times a week not only is my hips feeling better but my legs are getting stronger by the month this is truly the best option I've done thus far! I'll be posting some more pics of rehab.. The book " the supple Lepard " has helped a ton ! Also mobility work outs also

2 years post op!!

I can't believe I've come this far and wish I had done it earlier. Im doing Jujitsu and Kickboxing 5 days a week with minimal pain. Mobility drills and stretching are a Must at all levels..also your rehab of hips and legs should never stop you can never have to much Fuctional strength ; ) please visit my social media page for combat athletes that need help with hip injuries>>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/690230281131274/