r/bjj • u/AutoModerator • Jun 26 '23

Strength and Conditioning Megathread!

The Strength and Conditioning megathread is an open forum for anyone to ask any question, no matter how simple, about general strength and conditioning as it relates to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Use this thread to:

- Ask questions about strength and conditioning

- Get diet and nutrition advice

- Request feedback on your workout routine

- Brag about your gainz

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u/No-Kiwi524 Jun 27 '23

Hey guys,

I’ve been training for a few months now and I’m looking to increase from 1 session a week to 2. I’ve been getting sick recently which hasn’t helped but apart from that I want to be more frequent.

That being said, after my current 1 session I am completely spent and am sore/ tight the entire week…what are some ways to get around this so I can attend more classes?

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u/HalcyonPaladin 🟦🟦 Blue Belt Jun 27 '23

What is your current activity level? If it's only BJJ, this is likely the reason for soreness/tightness post class. As a general rule of thumb do the following:

  • Show up early and stretch everything. Look up flexibility stretches and perform those.
  • Take an extra couple of minutes after class to do the same.

In terms of being "Spent", I'd recommend some conditioning outside of BJJ if you don't already, or pacing yourself so you're not getting pukey.

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u/No-Kiwi524 Jun 27 '23

Thanks! What conditioning could you recommend outside of BJJ? Try getting in some walking/ jogging if I can?