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What is Warm-Up in BJJ?

Quick Definition

Preparatory exercises before training, often including movement drills.

Full Explanation

Warm-ups in BJJ typically include jogging, BJJ-specific movements (shrimping, bridges, rolls), solo drills, and sometimes partner exercises. The goal is to increase blood flow, prepare joints for training, and practice fundamental movements. Some schools have extensive warm-ups, others keep them minimal. BJJ warm-ups often double as technique practice - shrimping lines, break-falls, and guard passes.

Examples in Context

"We did shrimping and technical stand-ups for warm-up"

"Don't skip the warm-up or you might get injured"

Related Terms

Drilling

Repetitive practice of specific techniques with a compliant partner to develop muscle memory.

Shrimp

A fundamental defensive hip escape movement used to create space and recover guard.

Bridge

An explosive hip thrust movement used to off-balance opponents and create escape opportunities.

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