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post #46 of 56
8/8/09 at 12:58pm
So I've been judo twice a week now for just about 3 months, and I'm surprised how much it takes out of me. I'm doing lots of exercise otherwise as well (tennis, running, some weights), but still, judo seems to wear me out to another level. Maybe I'm just getting old? (I'm 36) Anyway, my question is how often do you guys do BJJ or Judo a week? If I were doing only judo with no other exercise, I think 3 times a week would be doable (mixing in one full day of just newaza, no throws), but more than that, I'm just not sure how much randori a person can take.
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post #47 of 56
8/8/09 at 10:35pm
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Originally Posted by Ambulance Chaser View Post
For real this time. (Stop rolling your eyes, Matt.) I have a few friends who are into it, so I know what to expect. The first step I'm taking is to find a school. There are a lot of reputable schools in the DC area, and I'm going to check out 3-4. I have the following questions:

1. All else being equal, is it better for a complete BJJ newbie to take a beginner class or to take classes with intermediate and advanced students? Some schools offer separate beginner classes, others have classes for all levels.

2. Should a long-term contract be a deal breaker? I understand that BJJ has a high drop-out rate, and instructors need to be able to pay for their space, but I would hate to get ringworm/staph/sprain and pay $150+/month while I sit out.

Any other thoughts welcome.

(I am a BJJ purple belt under Marcus Soares)

1. Take beginner classes with beginners. You should roll with the experienced guys every once in a while to gauge your gaping weaknesses and learn various escapes and sweep defends , but for strictly learning you need to be with people your own level.
2. Of course it should. I have trained at tons of places, some with very good trainers and none of them ever wanted contracts.
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post #48 of 56
8/11/09 at 2:47am
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Originally Posted by Joe E Taleo View Post
So I've been judo twice a week now for just about 3 months, and I'm surprised how much it takes out of me. I'm doing lots of exercise otherwise as well (tennis, running, some weights), but still, judo seems to wear me out to another level. Maybe I'm just getting old? (I'm 36) Anyway, my question is how often do you guys do BJJ or Judo a week? If I were doing only judo with no other exercise, I think 3 times a week would be doable (mixing in one full day of just newaza, no throws), but more than that, I'm just not sure how much randori a person can take.

I do BJJ three times a week. I had been running 3-4 times a week (often on the same day), but have decided to cut back on the running and start lifting weights and plan to join the free yoga class at my gym twice a week.

Before this I was doing Judo 3-4 times a week. I found it much harder on my body and could only make the gym a couple days a week. I ended up breaking my thumb and then moving to a new neighborhood so I couldn't stick with it, which is really a shame 'cuz I was having a blast with it.
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post #49 of 56
8/11/09 at 4:35pm
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Originally Posted by Joe E Taleo View Post
So I've been judo twice a week now for just about 3 months, and I'm surprised how much it takes out of me. I'm doing lots of exercise otherwise as well (tennis, running, some weights), but still, judo seems to wear me out to another level. Maybe I'm just getting old? (I'm 36) Anyway, my question is how often do you guys do BJJ or Judo a week? If I were doing only judo with no other exercise, I think 3 times a week would be doable (mixing in one full day of just newaza, no throws), but more than that, I'm just not sure how much randori a person can take.

You're still fairly new to Judo so your body is still in the proccess of adapting to your new sport. That said it might be worthwile to examine your diet and rest pattern. Are you getting enough Omega-3's and 6's in your diet? Enough anti-oxidents? Are you sleeping enough and eating correctly for the energy requirements your body has? In my training I've found that at least one day per week should be devoted to resting, where I try not to engage in anything more difficult than household chores and stretching exercises. Dan John's book (free BTW) has a very informative section on rest and recovery. It's geared for Olympic lifters other strength athletes but I find it adapts easily to martial arts as well.
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post #50 of 56
8/11/09 at 8:27pm
So Chris - did you stick with the judo?
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post #51 of 56
8/12/09 at 2:50am
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Originally Posted by stvwrd View Post
I do BJJ three times a week. I had been running 3-4 times a week (often on the same day), but have decided to cut back on the running and start lifting weights and plan to join the free yoga class at my gym twice a week. Before this I was doing Judo 3-4 times a week. I found it much harder on my body and could only make the gym a couple days a week. I ended up breaking my thumb and then moving to a new neighborhood so I couldn't stick with it, which is really a shame 'cuz I was having a blast with it.
I do BJJ 4x a week with lifting 4x a week. I have 4 broken toes that haven't healed in over 6 months. I just keep them taped while im on the mat.
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post #52 of 56
8/12/09 at 5:09am
when I am not traveling I do judo twice a week and boxing twice a week, and, yeah, it takes a lot out of us older guys
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post #53 of 56
8/12/09 at 12:27pm
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I do BJJ 4x a week with lifting 4x a week. I have 4 broken toes that haven't healed in over 6 months. I just keep them taped while im on the mat.

Ouch. Dude. I would just let them heal. That can't be healthy. I broke right my hand, and I really laid off of it for about 2 months before punching with it. On the other hand, if I roll with you, heelhooks and footlocks are definitely going to be up there.

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when I am not traveling I do judo twice a week and boxing twice a week, and, yeah, it takes a lot out of us older guys

Yup. Just got home from practice - neck still hurts, elbows are popped, etc... So glad tomorrow is a full rest day (no cardio, no nothing.)
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post #54 of 56
8/12/09 at 12:30pm
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when I am not traveling I do judo twice a week and boxing twice a week, and, yeah, it takes a lot out of us older guys

judo with littletrotter?
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post #55 of 56
8/12/09 at 4:58pm
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Originally Posted by LA Guy View Post
Ouch. Dude. I would just let them heal. That can't be healthy. I broke right my hand, and I really laid off of it for about 2 months before punching with it. On the other hand, if I roll with you, heelhooks and footlocks are definitely going to be up there.

Probably, but I am close to my brown and I am testing in about a month; once I get it I might take a month off and try to let them heal but honestly they don't hurt me... it's just constantly numb. Obviously not good, but I am an idiot.
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post #56 of 56
8/12/09 at 6:42pm
So, why the fuck do so many people start so many fucking topics and posts with the word "So"?

So I've been wondering...

So I've decided to start...

So what do you guys think about...
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