Category Archives: Fun

Those Who Can’t Do, Write Blogs About It

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Lex

The title of this post is a variation on a common adage “Those who can’t do, teach”. I always disliked this statement as it disrespected one of the most valuable (in my view) professions in our society. I don’t agree … Continue reading →

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Kill Face vs Kitten Face

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Lex

This is the first time I came across “Enter the Dojo” which is an online mocumentary-style show about martial arts. I am thoroughly entertained by it. First the funny stuff and then I’ll write a couple of related but more serious … Continue reading →

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Visualization Before a Tournament

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Lex

One of the reason I compete as often as I do, and why I recommend that all people new to jiu jitsu and judo compete as often as possible, is that I slowly pick up all the little things needed … Continue reading →

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Friends and Jiu Jitsu in Chicago

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Lex

I grew up in Chicago, from middle school to college, and love to visit there as often as I can. I flew there last weekend to visit Matt and to compete in the IBJJF Chicago Winter Open. I also got … Continue reading →

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Patches in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and MMA

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Lex

This is one of those posts where I get in trouble with my coaches, and they tell me to take it down because I’m an idiot. So let me just say that this is my opinion and my opinion only, … Continue reading →

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“The God Damn Russians Are the Last Men on the Planet”

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Lex

The following is a public service announcement for all you American “pansies”. You didn’t hear it from me, you heard it from a man wearing an American flag and just about the most badass mustache on the face of the … Continue reading →

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Building the New Dojo

Posted on November 20, 2010 by Lex

Renovating the new place on Broad Street in South Philly. The final result is the Osagame Martial Arts and Fitness Center. It’s the new home of the Philadelphia Judo Club. Here’s a fun video of the building process: If you … Continue reading →

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