BJJ and Judo both grew out of Jiu-Jitsu, and there are a lot of similarities. So, it makes sense to ask: can you do Judo throws in BJJ? Judo throws are employed in BJJ, even in tournaments. But there are some throws that are banned in Judo that are legal in BJJ, and there are … Read more
Judo doesn’t involve striking since it’s a grappling-based martial art. But there are some throws, holds, and chokes that could impact your face. So, can you do Judo with braces? One can learn and practice Judo with braces on. The vital thing is to ensure that a mouthguard is worn to protect the mouth and, … Read more
Judo and Wrestling are both similar grappling arts that complement each other. However, wrestlers seem to focus more on pinning. So can you do Judo throws in Wrestling? Here’s what I found out: Many Judo throws are applied in Wrestling. However, there is usually a need to modify them because most Judo throws are executed … Read more
Judo is loved by millions all over the world. It’s been in the Olympics for decades, but is it just for show or sport, or can Judo be used in a real fight? Judo can be utilized in real fights as it encompasses effective grappling, throws, holds, and locks to take down one’s opponent to … Read more
A lot of martial arts are prone to injuries, including misshapen ears from blows to the head. In Judo, they are repeatedly hit, thrown, and smashed to the ground again and again. So, can you get cauliflower ear from Judo? Here’s what I know from having practiced it a bit: Some Judo practitioners do get … Read more
Judo is about using leverage to defend oneself and using your opponent’s energy against them, even against someone stronger. But, can Judo build strength? Here’s what I know from training it a little bit: Judo does build strength and muscles as it involves being able to grip, pull, and throw opponents who could be stronger, … Read more
When people first think of martial arts, Karate is often the 1st thing they think of. Judo, on the other hand, is lesser-known but has been an Olympic sport far longer. But in case you find yourself in a dangerous situation, let’s explore Judo vs. Karate for self-defense: which is better? Here’s what I know … Read more
Judo is an off-shoot of Jiu-Jitsu and is a fantastic martial art and an Olympic sport. Krav Maga, on the other hand, is not even considered a martial art by some and is more of a self-defense system. Because of that, it’s natural to wonder which is better: Judo vs. Krav Maga for self-defense? Here’s … Read more
Judo is an offshoot of Jiu-Jitsu, and of course, Jiu-Jitsu uses a lot of movements that are rooted in wrestling. But that leaves me wondering about the differences between Judo vs. wrestling for self-defense. Here’s what I discovered in looking into it: Judo is better than wrestling for self-defense because it’s about leverage, and using … Read more
Judo is one of the most popular martial arts and one of the few that’s in the Olympics. But with so many people wanting to learn things online, I wondered can you learn Judo at home? Here’s what I know from doing lots of virtual martial arts classes: Some basic Judo moves can be learned … Read more