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Why Do People Pull Guard in BJJ?

by Adrian Davis April 11, 2025

Pulling guard is a common strategy in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) where a practitioner voluntarily goes to the ground, placing their opponent betwee...

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by Adrian Davis April 07, 2025

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), the "most effective" guard can vary depending on a practitioner's experience level, body type, game style, and com...

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