What type of time commitment is BJJ?

SleazeballG · 2019-12-07T15:21:32+00:00

I do boxing, but was considering doing bjj at first. I didn't do it because I don't have a laundry machine so i couldn't wash my gi everytime. Also it is more expensive.

My boxing gym is like 30 minutes with metro and 40 minutes with the bus from home. When I finish training I come home I handwash my wraps, and clean my gloves, then shower, cook, eat and sleep.

It definitely will change your mindset, and any combat sport you do might be the best thing you will have done for your life.

For me I realized if I don't throw my anger on boxing, it will consume me. Even now I'm still a hot head sometimes, but I'm more afraid to hurt people than to be hurt. So I'm calm.

It's also like so much stupid things don't matter anymore, and you dont care. It won't resolve everything if you have some issue, but slowly it will make things better. I still have issues, but slowly I'm becoming more confident.

Also, be humble.

SirKolbath · 2019-12-07T14:27:08+00:00

You don't go into a combat sport looking for a black belt. You go into it looking to improve yourself physically and mentally. Along the way you might get a black belt.

My experience as a Krav Maga instructor is that most people who overdo it at first and go haywire trying to train five nights a week burn out and quit somewhere between level one and level two. People who go 1-3 times a week and see it as a learning experience are the ones who look up after two or three years and realize they're about to test for level four and might even be asked to attend phase and become an instructor.

Source: two black belts and have been teaching self defense off and on since I was 15.

deathhandmachiavelli · 2019-12-07T14:24:44+00:00

I've never been in BJJ, but I have been in other combat sports and they are GREAT in so many ways.

I definitely recommend a combat sport over running and salute you for your choice, good luck.

trppppp · 2019-12-07T15:30:18+00:00

I've started training BJJ and I would say training 3 days a week is ideal for a beginner. You probably can cut down running by a day or two.

Isbjornsolo · 2019-12-07T15:40:49+00:00

I started BJJ a few months back. Coming from an endurance sports background.

I train cardio 4 days a week now down from 6/7 and train BJJ 2-3 times a week. I do a couple of two a days and go easier on the cardio on BJJ days. Total time for training from my house is 2.5 hours. 30 mins there. 90 minute session. 30 minutes home.

I would highly recommend it. It’s a great sport and humbles you really quick when a tiny guy has you tied up in seconds. So dickheads don’t generally last too long.

Plus get a black GI. I got a white one and it’s now discoloured as I’m a heavy sweater.

Wrt running. Make sure to not just do the same steady pace runs all the time. Once you’ve got your ligaments used to running start some speed work. It will help you shift some more weight and build some explosive power.

Adorable_FecalSpray · 2019-12-07T16:07:20+00:00

I’ve been doing BJJ for about a year, I now have 2 white strips on my white belt, still a newb.

At the same gym they also do Muay Thai and Boxing and MMA.

I do BJJ 3-4x and Boxing 3x a week, Muay Thai 1x a week. I lift 2-3x a week.

BJJ is great for confidence and it increases your strength in ways that lifting can’t. I have found it has changed how I think about things in life somewhat, it is a huge stress reliever.

I work a lot at my 9-5 and have 2 side hustles and other responsibilities. I make the time,

Yes, it is worth it and you should do it at least for 6 months minimum. If you end up hating it or find it doesn’t work for you, then stop going.

throwing8smokes · 2019-12-07T16:47:19+00:00

It depends on what you like. You're not going to stick with it, if you don't like it. For example, I started karate when I was very young (3 years old). Striking is ingrained in me. Therefore, I am naturally drawn to Boxing and other striking sports.

BJJ is great, if you like or are drawn to grappling. There are many aspects to combat sports so choose one that you think you will like. All combat sports build confidence, and teach you to deal with fear. However, learning any new skill will boost confidence, but Combat Sports will in a different, and even greater capacity.

SalporinRP · 2019-12-07T17:32:58+00:00

2-3 days a week to start out. Any more and I think you burn yourself out.

Abracadabrante · 2019-12-07T20:47:23+00:00

Starting bjj was one of the best choices I've ever made. Almost three years, a few minor injuries, but I enjoy it more everyday it passes. It builds a drive and grit that I've haven't found anywhere else. But it is a commitment, it's a very jealous sport that need your constant engagement. Most of the trainings are around one hour and a half in most places. The recommended amount of training in the bjj subreddit is 3 classes per week, I've been lucky cause I train 5 or 6 times a week and I haven't overtrained, but your mileage may vary. Give it a try, I bet you'll love it as most of us do.

Title	What type of time commitment is BJJ?
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Date	December 7, 2019 2:03 PM UTC (6 years ago)
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