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What It Does, Who It’s For, and What the Science Actually Says Creatine is one of the most researched supplements in sport. It’s also one of the most misunderstood — especially in combat sports, where concerns around weight, water retention, safety, and “bulking” often cloud the conversation. This article explains what creatine actually does, how it applies to combat athletes, and when it does — and doesn’t — make sense to use it. What Creatine Is (In Simple Terms) Creatine i

Contact has always been part of rugby league. Tackles, carries, collisions, and wrestle moments happen in every game. But not all contact is the same and this is where confusion often sits for parents, athletes, and even some coaches. Rugby league contact is situational .Wrestling, grappling, and MMA contact are systematic . Understanding the difference explains why elite teams invest heavily in wrestle and grappling coaches and why it must be applied properly to the game. Ru

And How to Teach It Without Fear, Ego, or Chaos Contact training sits at the centre of combat sports — yet it’s one of the most resisted elements of preparation. Many athletes openly say they “hate” wrestle or contact sessions. Others disengage quietly. Some push back with humour, bravado, or avoidance. This resistance is often misunderstood as laziness, weakness, or ego. In reality, it’s usually none of those. Resistance Is Rarely About Physical Ability Most athletes who res

What Actually Supports Performance, Recovery, and Longevity Nutrition in combat sports is often discussed emotionally, ideologically, or through short-term lenses like weight cuts and aesthetics. This article strips that away. Instead of agendas, it focuses on what current physiology and neuroscience actually support when it comes to: performance under fatigue recovery between sessions injury resilience nervous system regulation long-term athletic longevity First Principle:

Why Breathwork Works After Training (The Science, Simply Explained) After hard training, your nervous system doesn’t automatically switch off. BJJ, No-Gi and MMA all activate the sympathetic nervous system — the fight-or-flight response. This is useful during rounds, but if it stays elevated after training, it interferes with recovery, sleep, digestion, and tissue repair. Breathwork is one of the fastest and most direct ways to influence this system. The Nervous System Conn

What to Stretch, Why You’re Tight, and How Often to Do It Combat sports place unique demands on the body. BJJ, No-Gi and MMA involve prolonged tension, compression, rotation, and isometric strength. Over time, the body responds by tightening certain areas to protect itself. This tightness isn’t a lack of flexibility — it’s a protective response from the nervous system . This guide explains: why common areas get tight after grappling and MMA which stretches actually help how t