Monday, 18 May 2015

What makes Jiu Jitsu popular among women?

Women and men alike are more and more recognizing Jiu Jitsu as a sport. Its popularity has also grown among top Hollywood stars. There are some obvious reasons for this mixed martial art form to become a big hit among the masses. Jiu Jitsu teaches techniques, which can be used in real life for self defense against overpowering enemies. For women, it is like a secret weapon that allows them to face any threatening assault and stand up to fight. It is popular among women as it empowers them to become self reliant and strong.

In comparison to other sport such as boxing, muay thai and kickboxing, it helps to defend any attackers on the street and any type of attack. Practitioners of Jiu Jitsu are trained to handle all types of attacks unlike other martial arts, which teach specific moves depending upon the move of the opponent.


Interest in Jiu Jitsu is growing among women as it aids in empowering women. It teaches grappling and submission techniques which can be used on more powerful opponents than themselves. Learning Jiu Jitsu helps to build strength and endurance, which helps them become self sufficient in defending themselves. All of these benefits lead to building up of higher self-esteem in women.
The added benefit of Jiu Jitsu is that it can help women shed extra weight and remain fit as it helps to burn around 800 to 1000 calories in an hour.  Jiu Jitsu is whole body work out which helps to develop mental as well as physical strength.

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