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(VIDEO) A Few Stretches for After BJJ Class

by Joshua Ortegon

(VIDEO) A Few Stretches for After BJJ Class

We’ve all been there! Class is over, it’s late, your professor tapped you out 5 times and the new white belt elbowed you in the face 3 times on acc...

(NUTRITION VIDEO) Do I Need BCAA's and How Much Protein Do I REALLY Need?

by Gmo Flores

(NUTRITION VIDEO) Do I Need BCAA's and How Much Protein Do I REALLY Need?

Do I need BCAA’s?   The supplement industry can be described with ONE word: SHADY! In the past 20 or so years I have seen a lot of garbage come int...

[WATCH] Nutrition BLOG: Staying Compliant and Consistent Simply Explained

by Gmo Flores

[WATCH] Nutrition BLOG: Staying Compliant and Consistent Simply Explained

“Compliant and Consistent” The word “compliant” is a word we all have issues with. Specially those who are “rebellious” in their heart. But if yo...
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WATCH: Mackenzie Dern To Fight UFC in 2017!

by Allen Bae Quijano

WATCH: Mackenzie Dern To Fight UFC in 2017!

Though Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ace Mackenzie Dern admits that she has a long way to go before being considered an elite MMA fighter, she is confident t...

VITL Advocate Black Belt World Champion Ricardo Guimaraes Takes Gold in San Diego

by Gmo Flores

VITL Advocate Black Belt World Champion Ricardo Guimaraes Takes Gold in San Diego

Just minutes into sudden death, Professor Ricardo Guimaraes takes the win with an awesome armbar to win first place at the NABJJF in San Diego yest...
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WATCH: Clock Choke from Turtle Position

by Gmo Flores

WATCH: Clock Choke from Turtle Position

One of my favorite attacks from top turtle. Check out the video below!

WATCH: Short Tutorial - Best Drills For Maintaining Back Control

by Gmo Flores

WATCH: Short Tutorial - Best Drills For Maintaining Back Control

I really enjoyed the quality of the cuts and pauses for pointing out details for the drills. Much more effective than hearing someone ramble for 15...
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A Sneaky Triangle for Deep Half Guard Players

by Gmo Flores

A Sneaky Triangle for Deep Half Guard Players

I really like both moves, because you're actively threatening the sweep and off-balancing your opponent, making the submission a lot more high-perc...

VITL Superbowl Sunday

by Gmo Flores

VITL Superbowl Sunday

VITL BBQ 2017 Wish you all an awesome and safe Super Bowl Sunday.     - VITL HQ  
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WATCH: Mackenzie Dern Defeats Pati Fontes At Fight To Win Pro 25

by Gmo Flores

WATCH: Mackenzie Dern Defeats Pati Fontes At Fight To Win Pro 25

SCOTTSDALE, Arizona -- Mackenzie Dern defended the women's black belt bantamweight gi title tonight at Fight to Win Pro 25 in Scottsdale, Arizona, ...

Awesome! EBI Females vs Phantogram

by Gmo Flores

Awesome! EBI Females vs Phantogram

Eddie Brah has been pumping out some phenomenal content. I love how grace gundrum is so unassuming until she's on the mat; instant monster!  C...
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VIDEO: Strike Based Jiujitsu (With Commentary!)

by Gmo Flores

VIDEO: Strike Based Jiujitsu (With Commentary!)

This looks like it would clean up sloppy fundamental jiu-jitsu really quickly. Especially highlighting the importance of inside control whether yo...
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