ONE WAY RESOURCES
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Starting Martial Arts at 40: What to Expect
What adults starting BJJ, Muay Thai or boxing at 40 can expect in their first 90 days: training frequency, recovery, fundamentals classes and handling ego.
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Too Out of Shape to Start Martial Arts? Start Anyway
You do not need to get in shape before starting martial arts. Here is what a first month really looks like at One Way Martial Arts in Alexandria, VA, and...
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Is BJJ a Good Workout for Adults Over 40?
Yes, two or three BJJ classes a week give an adult over 40 real strength and conditioning work against a live partner, as long as you start in Fundamentals and...
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Gi vs No-Gi BJJ: Which Should You Start With?
Most beginners do well starting in the Gi, because the uniform slows the game down and One Way runs more beginner Gi classes, but No-Gi is a fine first choice...
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BJJ Near Lorton, Mount Vernon and Fort Belvoir, VA
One Way Martial Arts in Alexandria is about 7 to 10 miles from Lorton, the Mount Vernon area and Fort Belvoir, with adult BJJ starting at 6:00 AM on weekdays...
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Why Every BJJ Student Should Compete at Least Once
Signing up for a tournament changes how you train long before match day. Here is why we think every BJJ student should compete once, why it is never mandatory, and...
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Is Kids BJJ Safe? What Parents Should Know
Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu safe for kids? What makes a kids class safe, what to ask any academy, and how Kids BJJ works in Alexandria, VA.
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How Often Should You Train BJJ as a Beginner?
How many times a week should a beginner train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? A simple plan for your first year and how to stay consistent.
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BJJ or Muay Thai: Which Should a Beginner Start With?
BJJ or Muay Thai? How the two compare for beginners, which fits your goal, and how to try both in Alexandria, VA.
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What to Wear to Your First BJJ Class (and What to Bring)
What to wear and bring to your first BJJ, No-Gi, Muay Thai or boxing class, plus the mat rules every student follows.
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BJJ vs Wrestling: Which Should a Beginner Start With?
The key differences between Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and wrestling, and which one a beginner should start with.
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Is BJJ Good for Self-Defense? What It Teaches and What It Doesn't
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most practical martial arts for self-defense. Here is why, what it does not cover, and how to start.
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