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Should You Wear a Mouthguard for Jiu Jitsu? (Do You Need One?)

No you don’t need a mouthguard for BJJ.

While wearing a mouthguard isn’t mandatory, it is recommended especially if you are concerned with protecting your teeth and mouth in Brazilian jiu jitsu training. However some may find them uncomfortable to wear if they are not used to them.

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Does The Color Of Your Gi Matter in BJJ? (Gi Colors Explained)

No, gi colors in BJJ do not matter. Gi colors do not represent anything special aside from personal preference. The only time you have to worry about your gi color is if your gym requires you to wear a specific gi or if you are signing up for a bjj competition that requires a certain color.

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5 Best BJJ Takedowns – A Scientific Beginner’s Guide to Takedowns

The basic jiu jitsu takedowns are that you should know are single leg takedowns and double leg takedowns. From my own training the highest percentage setups being from snap downs and arm drags or from a distance with no setup or a fake head grab.

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