The use of strength in BJJ

The boys talk about how and when it may be appropriate to use some power in Jiu Jitsu.

Paul Elliot answered a listener question about whether or not it’s ever appropriate to use strength while rolling.

Paul goes on to ask very poignant questions about what his Jiu Jitsu might look like without using any strength and the answer is something we can all relate to....at least in the early days of our journey.

Basically it looks like garbage....

So we use athleticism to make up for lack of knowledge. And this feels good because it feels like we’re really fighting and accomplishing something. The downside is it’s not really Jiu Jitsu.

There are times where you can and should use strength in service to your Jiu Jitsu....but only if it’s actually Jiu Jitsu you’re using.