David and I were worried, but quite a few people showed up to class yesterday, including a couple of visitors (Suzy and Matt) home for the holidays. Jerad taught with the theme of mount escapes. I don't think there was anything new for me but always good to get some reps in. We finished the class with some partner drills from mount to trying to escape/submit.
I rolled with Robert first. It was a decent roll with a lot of different positions. His athleticism is something to deal with. After repeatedly rolling with people that lift weights and do Jiu-Jitsu it makes me want to add to my workout as well. I haven't been doing Hapkido as much lately and swimming has also fell off a little bit. Robert eventually got me in an arm triangle. In the process I had a huge jaw muscle cramp. I hate when that happens.
Jared rolled with me several times next. This time he completely dominated me. I don't think I had a better position than half guard and he submitted me with a plethora of arm bars. He gave me some tips and reminded me of the things I was doing better at like not settling as much into a bad position, which has been a focus of mine as of late.
It's funny how my emotions towards Jiu-Jitsu go up and down. A couple of weeks ago I felt like I was figuring things out and doing awesome, but now I feel sluggish and like I'm telegraphing all of my techniques. Damn you, Jiu-Jitsu.
i would have been there but i came down with another cold. thanks,santa! i hope to be back by next week.
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