Bama Crimson Posted May 27, 2005 Posted May 27, 2005 To train in BJJ my friend and I are using gym mats to grapple on. However, since I have begun my training I have had a peculiar vulnerability to getting carpet or rug burns, especially around the knees and ankles. These burns are so annoying. They don't hurt badly, but are really annoying. I suspect my ankles are caused by my feet going off the mats onto the carpet when grappling. But what about my knees (we are grappling from our knees until we learn take downs). Any suggestions on how to deal with this annoying hindrance to training? "If you believe in yourself and have dedication and pride, and never quit, you'll be a winner. The price of victory is high but so are the rewards." -Alabama Coaching Legend Paul "Bear" Bryant.
Treebranch Posted May 28, 2005 Posted May 28, 2005 Buy some wrestling knee pads and some simple ankle supports. That's what I would do. "It is easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who are willing to endure pain with patience.""Lock em out or Knock em out"
Bama Crimson Posted May 28, 2005 Author Posted May 28, 2005 Do you mean ankle supports as the equivalent of wrist wraps used to support the wrists in boxing? "If you believe in yourself and have dedication and pride, and never quit, you'll be a winner. The price of victory is high but so are the rewards." -Alabama Coaching Legend Paul "Bear" Bryant.
NotQuiteDead Posted May 31, 2005 Posted May 31, 2005 I'm guessing he means something like these:http://www.martialartsinternational.co.uk/prod_detail.asp?prod_ID=1996&main_cat=120&page=Search%20resultsI've never used them so I'm not sure, though.You might also just try wearing socks.
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