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Just remember to relax, breathe and don't try to muscle anyone around. You're there to learn Jiu Jitsu, not to learn to be big and strong.Thanks for all the information/encouragement. I'm going for the bjj free class Monday. The plus size is I'm a big guy and the coach told me they have a lot of big guys there too, so maybe I won't be the only one moving like a turtle on a frozen lake.
Basically the thread title says it all. I'm early 40s, could stand to lose 20 lbs and have become stiff from inactivity. I'd like to try bjj but I don't know if I could hang. It's closer to me than the aikido school, but I've heard aikido is good for "old people" lol. I've got some mild carpal tunnel too and most mornings I wake up with stiff joints, especially my knees. I'm really leaning towards bjj but I don't want to get injured because I'm like a board! Is bjj good for loosening a person up? How about aikido?
I will let you guys know how it goes if I ever get to go. Since ive made this post, ive had dental work, worked late and two snowstorms. I'm beginning to think its a sign! lol
Buy an elastic back brace, and wear it during training.
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BY the way, as a spine specialist, please do NOT do this. Back braces actually come with a cost, that being a deconditioning of the very muscles you need to strengthen. Unless you have a legitimate reason, which only your doctor could tell you, stay away from bracing. It comes with a cost.