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BJJ Over 40, 50 & Beyond | Tips for Older Grapplers
BJJ over 40, 50 & beyond? Dr Marc shares 5 proven tips to train smart, avoid injuries, and keep enjoying Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for years to come.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is for everyone — but the way you train in your 40s, 50s, and beyond needs to be a little different than when you were 20. Many older grapplers struggle with injuries, slow recovery, or simply finding the right balance between training and life. The good news is that with the right approach, you can keep rolling, improving, and enjoying the art for years to come.
In this video, Dr Marc Barton — BJJ black belt, full-time instructor, and former emergency medicine doctor — shares his Top 5 Tips for Older Grapplers. These are practical, battle-tested strategies backed by both science and experience.

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Ross Lopes
Thanks Mark, the top 5 are spot on!!! Great reminder of what really matters.