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While many martial arts can bear positive results for body and mind, it is my opinion that they are all 2nd to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.</p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<p>&lt;iframe width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;315&quot; src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/DNAMMikiz7w&quot; frameborder=&quot;0&quot; allowfullscreen&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;</p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<p>&lt;iframe width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;315&quot; src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZrA2mDqmf2c&quot; frameborder=&quot;0&quot; allowfullscreen&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;</p>\n<h1>What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or BJJ</h1>\n<p> Wikipedia defines BJJ as &quot;<strong>Brazilian jiu-jitsu</strong> (; Portuguese: <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Help:IPA_for_Portuguese\" rel=\"noopener\">[ˈʒiw ˈʒitsu]</a>, <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Help:IPA_for_Portuguese\" rel=\"noopener\">[ˈʒu ˈʒitsu]</a>, <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Help:IPA_for_Portuguese\" rel=\"noopener\">[dʒiˈu dʒiˈtsu]</a>) (<strong>BJJ</strong>; ) is a <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martial_arts\" rel=\"noopener\">martial art</a>, <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Combat_sport\" rel=\"noopener\">combat sport</a>, and a <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self_defense\" rel=\"noopener\">self defense</a> system that focuses on <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grappling\" rel=\"noopener\">grappling</a> and especially <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ground_fighting\" rel=\"noopener\">ground fighting</a>. Brazilian jiu-jitsu was formed from <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judo\" rel=\"noopener\">Kodokan judo</a> ground fighting (<a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newaza\" rel=\"noopener\">newaza</a>) fundamentals that were taught by a number of individuals including <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Takeo_Yano\" rel=\"noopener\">Takeo Yano</a>, <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitsuyo_Maeda\" rel=\"noopener\">Mitsuyo Maeda</a> and <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soshihiro_Satake\" rel=\"noopener\">Soshihiro Satake</a>. Brazilian jiu-jitsu eventually came to be its own art through the experiments, practices, and adaptation of <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judo\" rel=\"noopener\">judo</a> through <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlos_Gracie\" rel=\"noopener\">Carlos</a>  and Helio Gracie (who passed their knowledge on to their extended  family) as well as other instructors who were students of Maeda, such as  <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luiz_Franca\" rel=\"noopener\">Luiz Franca</a>.<a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazilian_jiu-jitsu#cite_note-1\" rel=\"noopener\">[1]</a> BJJ promotes the concept that a smaller, weaker person can  successfully defend against a bigger, stronger, heavier assailant by  using proper technique, leverage, and most notably, taking the fight to  the ground, and then applying <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joint-locks\" rel=\"noopener\">joint-locks</a> and <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chokehold\" rel=\"noopener\">chokeholds</a> to defeat the opponent. &quot;</p>\n<p>Most of you may have seen BJJ in action while watching the UFC or other MMA. The action that takes place on the ground is mostly what would be considered as BJJ (minus the striking). While BJJ has a deep history in NHB and Vale Tudo fighting, it also has a history as a sport style focusing on points and well as submissions. W</p>\n<p> When BJJ first started getting noticed in the USA it was because of how dominant the BJJ fighters were when confronted with pretty much any other pure style such as Boxing, Kung Fu, Tae Kwon Do, etc.. It seems like without fail the BJJ fighters were defeating their challengers. As these challengers were defeated they immediately sought to learn BJJ as there seemed to be no way to deal with it except to fight fire with fire. Since BJJ was so effective against trained combatants in other styles, you can imagine how effective it is against the average person who has no training at all.</p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<p>BJJ proved it's effectiveness by accepting challenges from all comers:</p>\n<p>&lt;iframe width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;315&quot; src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/GNeIfOmzZuk&quot; frameborder=&quot;0&quot; allowfullscreen&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;</p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h1><strong>BJJ for the mind</strong></h1>\n<p><strong> </strong>The physical rewards of BJJ should be obvious. Incredible cardiovascular stamina, endurance, strength and toughness are among the most noticeable. What those who have never trained may not realize is that BJJ stimulates the mind as much as the body. BJJ has been called &quot;Human Chess&quot;, this is because the art is very technical. I have been training for over 15 years and still feel as though my knowledge is at it's infancy. This is because the concepts and techniques vary depending on the unique conditions of each specific roll and each particular opponent/training partner. Two people may execute the same technique a bit differently. At higher levels you begin to think moves ahead of your partner, setting traps or baiting in order to initiate a sequence that will result in attaining a sweep, dominant position or Submission. Even in the beginning you are forced to analyze the situation and make split second decisions and face immediate outcome. Due to the nature of BJJ training, you find out quickly if that decision was good and either shift the roll in your favor or find yourself pondering in bed what you should have done differently. BJJ has a way of consuming the mind and setting off a chain reaction thirst for knowledge of physics, body mechanics, psychology, fitness as well as technique so that you survive longer, at first, and ultimately attain victory. Through this process your confidence grows as you are exercising your mind, but also training your mind to face and overcome adversity. </p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h1><strong>BJJ for the body</strong></h1>\n<p><strong>  </strong>Consistent BJJ training along will not make you as ripped as the gym rats and cross fitters, but your practical strength and conditioning will be as good or better. Also, you'll easily be able to choke them out or at the very least defend yourself effectively. Many BJJ players choose to complement their technical BJJ training with additional strength and conditioning sessions per week, some prefer yoga and some of the all time greats such as Marcelo Garcia believe that the best training for BJJ is BJJ. Whether you want to add anything or not, 3 days a week (or more) of consistent BJJ training will give you a significant strength and conditioning edge over most who do not train. The workout provided by BJJ is unique in that it challenges all aspects of strength and conditioning at once. I have seen many strong body lifters, lean runners and athletes from all sports in shock at how they felt after pushing themselves through a session. </p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h1><strong>Is it right for me?</strong></h1>\n<p><strong>  </strong>Almost anyone can train BJJ and benefit from it. Of course there are always exceptions, but I am not the only person who believes this to be true. Age, gender, body type and fitness level are not prohibitive. BJJ is a lifelong journey and who you are will determine the path you take. A fitter younger person may choose to jump right in to tough training. Someone with a lower fitness level may choose to focus on more technical aspects as their body responds to the regular exercise. A person of advanced age may find the right kind of partner where they can balance intensity and technique. Whatever your situation, whoever you are, BJJ is for you. Whether you are interested in sport BJJ, self defense or simply fitness and confidence the benefits will be there.</p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<p>&lt;iframe width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;315&quot; src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/8HFsyBG95rg&quot; frameborder=&quot;0&quot; allowfullscreen&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;</p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h2>What Now?</h2>\n<p> As the saying goes, the hardest part of any journey is the first step. If you're interested in learning more or finding someplace to get started feel free to reply or send me a message. There are tons of resources online, but don't be shy about asking questions or testing places out. A BJJ gym often becomes a place of comfort and the people their friends and families. I have found that I've met great people through BJJ as the conditions serve as somewhat of a &quot;douchebag filter&quot;.  Make sure you like the vibe and whatever you do, don't give up!</p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<p><br /></p>",
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      "body": "Voting is the lazy option and requires minimal effort, zero courage and requires one to compromise on values/principles which should be steadfast. Accepting that participation in a flawed and corrupt system perpetrating the illusion of choice is not brave or dutiful, in fact it is detrimental. it takes a hell of a lot more psychological effort to abstain from voting than it does to line up at the slave suggestion box every time the masters ring a bell. The common claim that \"you can't complain\" having not voted is backwards. By participating in those elections you have given your implicit support to the results of the “vote”. “Elections have consequences”, remember? That is the line of thinking that you support by placing your stamp of approval on the charade. Saying that “this is the system we have now” so you must choose between the options chosen for you just doesn’t make sense to me. Having participated in local (State) politics, I have seen firsthand just how little input citizens actually have on the candidates they are allowed to “choose” from as well as the differences between those candidates and party machines in action (despite what they say when they are pandering for votes or money. “The lesser of two evils” rationale is an old one, and frankly I’m surprised people can still roll this out with a straight face. I don't want to support evil, no matter how much more evil the other guy is. Supporting the lesser evil is still supporting evil. If I actually had a choice, then there would be a not evil option, there would be an option that doesn't require coercion against my fellow man, one that doesn't authorize theft and violence… If I had to choose between dinner consisting of boiled fetus or fried poop, I wouldn’t eat. By choosing fried poop I am not taking a stand against boiling fetus, I'm legitimizing it.. This in no way means that I can’t complain about the serving of boiled fetus or fried poop, on the contrary I have a right to complain and I am consistent with my principles in doing so. Those who choose the “lesser evil” and eat one of the “choices” presented to them have much less ground to complain than I. Suppose they imposed a tax and let you choose between 10% or 20%, would you have no right to complain unless you voted for the lesser? Now on the other hand, Suppose they imposed a tax, and nobody paid? Here are some reasons to consider why NOT to vote: Voting is a coercive and unethical act. This is because the state is pure, institutionalized coercion. If you believe that coercion is an improper or immoral way for people to relate to one another, or to structure a society, then you shouldn't engage in a process that relies upon and formalizes the use of coercion. It risks your privacy: It gets your name and address added to government rosters, lists and databases. Voting encourages them: Your vote is implicit consent for the corrupt and violent system to continue and for all of the faceless overpaid bureaucrats and politicians to keep planning your life as they see fit. Sure, maybe you don’t agree with the current crop of sociopaths or maybe they were installed by your “lesser evil”, whatever the case if you participated in their dog and pony show you have validated it all in their minds. Most people don’t vote for candidates they believe in, but against candidates they fear. (ie. lesser of two evils). Funny that the most common rationale for voting is one of the main reasons we have not to vote. Your vote doesn’t count. Statistically, any person's vote makes no more difference than a single spec of dust. People don’t truly get to choose their candidates, voter fraud is easy and routine. Dead voters, illegals aside… It’s not who votes that matters but who counts the votes. I don't claim to be a “radical or activist”, but I disagree with the claim that starting with one’s own mind and behavior doesn’t change anything. Unlike voting, which has been proven time after time not to change anything, becoming a moral and consistent person (even in your own life) has a huge effect. People may not always agree with me, but they respect me because I try to live as I believe. Even those who have stark ideological differences with me may allow my thoughts to get past their ideology barriers a bit more because I am consistent. So by beginning with my own mind, I am able to open the possibility for change within my friends, family and peers. Something I would never accomplish if I were to compromise my principles and fool myself into thinking that pulling a lever for for fried poop actually changes anything. The only way to truly de-legitimize a corrupt system is by not voting. When tyrants around the world hold their bogus elections, and people stay home in droves, even the staunchest statist in the international community won't recognize the results of the election. Now, I realize that my not voting won't make that happen. My not voting doesn't matter any more than some naïve person's voting does. But at least I'll know that what I did was ethical. You have to live with yourself. That's only possible if you try to do the right thing. At the very least, I won’t have blood on my hands.",
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