Do You Have to Be in Shape to Start BJJ? | Chris Matakas

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Do I have to be fit to start BJJ? Should I get in shape before starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? Can I start Jiu Jitsu if I am out of shape? Am I too out of shape to start training BJJ? I answer these questions almost every week when a prospective student approaches me about their interest in starting Jiu Jitsu. This is a great question, and within this video I answer it and give my perspective on what students can expect from Jiu Jitsu within their fitness journey.
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Professor Chris Matakas is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Professor Ricardo Almeida and is owner of Matakas BJJ in Florence, NJ.
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[@quasa0]

Thanks a lot!

[@olioli9897]

Are injuries less heavy when not starting before a bit shaped?

[@LordStickMax]

i used BJJ to get in shape. once i lost a bunch of weight, (150+lbs) from jiu-jitsu, i was able to actually train strength and conditioning beyond my bjj.

[@ChrisMatakas]

That’s inspiring! Well done!

[@chrisgreenwood271]

Just get off your bum and give it a go, the hardest thing is stepping onto the matts for the first time.

[@ChrisMatakas]

I agree completely. The first step onto the mat is the hardest.

[@ChrisMatakas]

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