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Strength & Conditioning

A collection of 5 posts

Andrew Nguyen demonstrating gentle side-of-head isometric resistance in a gym.

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Strength & Conditioning

6 Exercises to a Stronger Neck

Andrew Nguyen breaks down six neck-strength exercises for grapplers, from gentle isometrics to loaded movements, with photos and a two-day routine.

Rich Wolcott demonstrating a seated butterfly hip stretch on blue academy mats.

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Hip Stretches

Seven static and dynamic hip stretches for jiu-jitsu, with step-by-step photos and a practical routine for flexibility and pre-roll movement.

Jon Lee Brody and Kelly Babb standing with Cage Fitness training dummies at XMA World Headquarters.

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Building Your Core and Endurance

Kelly Babb and Jon Lee Brody demonstrate six Cage Fitness exercises for grapplers, from kimura crunches and guard-passing drills to planks and dummy slams.

Rigan Machado seated on academy mats in a black gi jacket and white gi trousers.

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The Wall with Rigan Machado

Rigan Machado demonstrates three wall drills to improve hip mobility, guard recovery, and movement from the bottom, with the original step-by-step photographs.

Changing Weight Classes

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Changing Weight Classes

Should you cut weight, move up, or compete where you are? Jeremy Reid explores how your game, body composition, and training can shape that decision.