Both spellings, whiskey and whisky, are correct. The spelling depends on the country of origin of the spirit. Whiskey: Ireland and the United States Whisky: Scotland, Canada, Japan, and other countries https://www.youtube.com/shorts/-wGDEEeNcik For example, if you're talking about a whiskey made in Ireland, you would spell it whiskey. If you're talking about a whisky made in Scotland,… Continue reading Is it Whiskey or Whisky?
What is the Muay Thai Clinch? The Muay Thai clinch is a close-range fighting position where the two opponents are grappling with each other. It is a vital part of Muay Thai, as it allows fighters to control their opponents, land strikes, and set up throws and sweeps. https://youtube.com/shorts/JsGs-jAjsMM?si=rw3q8KH7avHXIrvQ The Muay Thai clinch "step and… Continue reading What is Muay Thai Clinch?
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), the guard is a defensive position where the bottom person uses their legs to control the top person. The top person, on the other hand, is trying to pass the guard and achieve a more dominant position, such as side control or mount. https://youtube.com/shorts/YlBAKpVTm8Q?si=_Zzp0Hlpc3ZSnhjk So why is passing the guard so… Continue reading Why Passing Guard is so Important in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
To do a front headlock takedown, you'll need to first get a front headlock on your opponent. For this variation, we are securing the head and arm. This means that you'll need to wrap your arms around their head and arm from the front. Once you have the headlock, you can step into your opponent… Continue reading How to do a Front Headlock Takedown
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art that focuses on ground fighting. However, in order to get to the ground, you need to be able to take your opponent down. This is where wrestling takedowns come in. Wrestling is a combat sport that focuses on takedowns, throws, and pins. It is a highly effective… Continue reading The Importance of Wrestling Takedowns in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
UFC Paris: Gane vs. Spivac The UFC returned to Paris for the second time in history on September 2, 2023, for UFC Paris. The main event featured former interim heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane facing off against rising contender Sergey Spivac. UFC Paris event poster https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5-iM8nuCus&t=2s Episode 328 of MMA on the Rocks covers UFC Paris… Continue reading UFC Paris Results
Sometimes a random interaction can impact your life in the most unexpected way. If I thought about how I would meet some legends of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, I would never think it would be because of the real estate agent who sold me my house, yet here we are. I'll start… Continue reading How Finding a Home Led to Meeting MMA Legend Ray Longo
Serena DeJesus is a professional mixed martial artist who trains at Syndicate MMA in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Short biography of mixed martial arts fighter and King of the Cage champion, Billy Quarantillo.
My daughter had a great time on this trip. Here she's pictured at Burial Brewing Co. in Asheville, NC
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