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As others have mentioned BJJ because... 1. A weaker opponent can take down a much stronger/bigger one using leverage and his mind 2. It's comparable to chess or
by barmstrong 17y ago
As others have mentioned BJJ because...
1. A weaker opponent can take down a much stronger/bigger one using leverage and his mind
2. It's comparable to chess or a mental sport
For a striking example of #1 see this video where Royce Gracie (6'1" 180 lbs) defeats Legendary Sumo Grand Champion Akebono (6'8" 486 lbs) using BJJ. I can't imagine that being possible with any other style of martial arts.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POJ2T023M4I http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POJ2T023M4I