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Top 6 Tips For Older Jiu Jitsu Players

Top 6 Tips For Older Jiu Jitsu Players
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It was composed by Leigh Remedios, Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Traditional Ju Jitsu, and Tae Kwon Do. Leigh is a renowned athlete and has participated internationally in martial arts, such as his participation in UFC and Polaris. He has won numerous important competitions, including his NAGA UK Grappling championship belt and European IBJJF no-gi gold medals. Leigh is the director of an academy of Jiu Jitsu and MMA Academy in Wiltshire, UK.


As a professional player (over 30), I often get asked how I keep myself healthy and free of injuries. At 46, I'm not old-fashioned. However, I've been relatively healthy compared to people my age. Naturally, I experience minor aches, and occasionally it's more severe, but thus far, I've never had any permanent issues.


There is an element of genetics that contributes to my good health. However, I also seem to get older faster than other members of my own family. Here are some suggestions to keep you well-maintained as you grow older.


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1.) Do not smoke, drink, or consume drugs.


2.) Eat fruits and vegetables. It is not necessary to be vegan or vegetarian. However, it is essential to take in plenty of fruit and vegetables. The body evolved over the course of millions of years to deal with plant matter.


3.) Perform some cardio, or even better, engage in a sport. Include some stretching or mobility.


4.) Do some strength/resistance exercises. I'm not near failure. However, I lift. I do a calisthenics-based exercise. However, you can pick any strength training that you are comfortable with.


5.) Do not push yourself to the limit; any of the montages from the Rocky films are extremely motivational; however, Rocky V shows the result of not being aware of your limitations. Intensity is not the same as consistency, and it's better to train at least a couple of times per week and have fun rather than take yourself to the limit and burn yourself out, or worse, hurt yourself and then be out of action for months or even weeks. Also, be aware of when to rest or, at the very least, reduce the intensity. Two weeks of vacation now is far better than being away for two months.


6.) Make sure you address your sleep. Matthew Walker is a famous advocate for sleep management, and his resources are excellent. You can watch his videos on YouTube or purchase his book. In a few years, we'll look back on the coffee/alarm clock lifestyle and look at it as we do back at smoking cigarettes or working with asbestos and other unhealthy habits that we've discovered are detrimental to your health.


They may sound easy to follow; however, many people do not follow these rules. Surprisingly some people are surprised when I mention these suggestions and may even disagree with me to justify their poor habits. I'm not your father, and you are free to do what you want, but these suggestions are easy to follow, and you can apply them immediately. I hope that they're helpful to you :)


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