On the Mat for Life: Lessons In Longevity From BJJ Masters

Our most important lessons don't always come from the young and talented - they come from the ones who have stayed in the game the longest.

Last weekend, the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) hosted the Chicago Open. The tournament was divided into two days of both gi and no-gi competition. One of the benefits of the IBJJF is the large number of divisions. A competitor can compete in a bracket based on age, weight, belt, and gender.

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