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This issue of Gracie Magazine includes the following articles:
A Local at Any Beach He's At
Joel Tudor, 33 confesses: he likes the idea of being known as the Rickson Gracie of the longboard. In our interview of the month, though, he doesn't see jiu-jitsu and surfing as sports, he says his balance on the board doesn't help him in the least as a fighter and defends academy haoles.
Reach Half Guard with Guns Blazing
A lot of passers just think to finish once they've reached side control. Mike Fowler loads the weapons of those unwilling to wait so long.
Body Health
It's not about looking good. Jiu-jitsu culture is concerned with what's inside, with the organism as a whole. Rest, digestion, balance, breathing, discipline, nourishment, flexibility, exercise, consistency. Carlos Gracie Jr guided us in our article in pursuit of the doctrine of the ideal body, a place where anyone would wish to pitch a tent.
Emails to a Young Warrior
Teachers reveal the advice they would give their own kids, should they be starting out in jiu-jitsu.
What we've Learned from Rickson
30 years ago a phenomenon was born, from an unforgettable fight against King Zulu. Ever since much has been said of his virtues as a fighter; however, due tribute hasn't yet been paid to his flair as a teacher. We called on a top-flight team to provide examples of how Rickson Gracie influenced the jiu-jitsu of each of them - always for the better.
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