We all know that when you step on the mat you’re accepting the risk that comes with live combat. 

We all signed the waiver.

But Im not talking about the random twists and freak accidents that happen. Although painful, and sometimes life changing, those aren’t the things that ruin your body.

Im talking about negative effects that the innate positions of jiu-jitsu have on your body over months and years.

I agree that the responsibility is on you, the grappler, to take your health into your own hands, however, I do believe there are many factors that make regular jiu-jitsu practice bad for your body.

Ultimately, I believe jiu-jitsu is destroying your body.

Listen why, or read this article here.

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