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2671495, great points I will keep in mind
Posted by T Reynolds, Mon Aug-27-18 07:38 AM
>The goal for me is be able to alternate btwn the two
>styles, so the opponent isn't able to predict what route you
>will take, especially if you mix passing to both sides, rather
>than just one. It can be overwhelming for the guard player.

>That's the point - pressure passing drains the opponent, and
>also utilizes the least amount of energy for the passer, when
>properly done. By the time you pass, the opponent is
>exhausted, and you are still fresh and can proceed quickly to
>attacking the submission. This is one way to keep ahead of the
>opponent.

>For me, and I also wonder how much this is true for others,
>but there is definitely a positive correlation btwn the
>old-school game and aging and accumulation of injuries. I've
>been doing this for a little over 8 years (ages 28-37 in
>November), with only 2 extended breaks that weren't even all
>that long. So all that mat time and the natural aging process
>has definitely molded my propensity towards old-school/old-man
>BJJ.
>
>Also, I feel like I've seen so many BJJ trends come and go,
>but the basics/old-school game has always stayed the same, and
>for most folks (i.e. non-pros) that is probably the best and
>safest BJJ path that you can ever be on. One that you can do
>for the rest of your jiu-jitsu "life". Plus, it's fun, bc the
>old-school game is probably the most ruthless and imposing.
>: )

haha, only a jiujitsu guy would say fun, ruthless and imposing in the same sentence

I'm 37 myself, so I'm definitely working to keep myself healthy actively. Another old head who is a beast just put me up on turmeric which I just started taking along with Triflex (glucosamine and chondroitin).

That's impressive that you've only had a couple breaks over a pretty long career.