Hurt yourself? Get to know the ideal menu for the injured BJJ fighter
Nothing is more predictable in a fighter's life than occasionally feeling that ol’ muscular discomfort. But pain really can be weakness leaving your body. Anyway,…
Diet
Diet and BJJ: Understand what can be bad about the açaí you eat
The favorite energy food of BJJ practitioners, the açaí has become popular among athletes and non-athletes alike. With its unique flavor and healthy properties, the…
Insomnia? Cured through BJJ, dieting and philosophy
Many geniuses have concerned themselves with the problem of insomnia, among them Carlos Gracie and Friedrich Nietzsche. To Gracie, the simplest solution was good old…
Training, nutrition and rest: 6 tips to get more out of your training
*The title above reflects my simple concept for a fighter's productivity. If you follow the three items in the sequence I write them in, your…
Three power-packed pre-training snacks
Still in doubt as to what to eat before heading to training? GRACIEMAG has three suggestions for high-octane fuel to intelligently fill your tank and…
5 fundamentals for eating right, and how to not get swept in Jiu-Jitsu
By Luca Atalla Because people know nutrition is one of my chief concerns, I receive tons of email, Facebook messages and tweets asking about my…
Gracie diet: learn how to prepare an antioxidant açaí superbowl
Jiu-Jitsu is more than a sport. It's a way of life that allows the practitioner to have a healthy lifestyle. With the gentle art you…
Anti-cramps menu: 10 foods with more potassium than a banana
Potassium is an important mineral in the Jiu-Jitsu fighter’s menu not just for its performance in the muscles. Besides avoiding cramps, potassium prevents acne, constipation,…
Lifestyle: Boost your immune system and avoid missing Jiu-Jitsu
The winter time brings low temperature and along with it a higher risk of us getting a cold and/or flu. This way a few measures…
Gracie Diet: enjoy a fit and healthy Thanksgiving recipe
Try this delicious and traditional Thanksgiving recipe, created by Adriana Gracie, that is light and healthy to serve at your family dinner. Green Salad, Pumpkin…
7 facts you need to know before you adopt the Gracie Diet
If you are into Jiu-Jitsu, you have most certainly already heard about the famous Gracie Diet. The nutrition method developed by Grandmaster Carlos Gracie has been…
Fast Real Foods: a recipe for a healthy Halloween pumpkin pie
Pumpkins are in season! So, let’s take advantage of its marvelous nutritional value and sweet flavor to create a healthier Halloween treat for the whole…
