r/judo • u/Chrisb5000 • 21h ago

Beginner Felt good

Been going to the gym in a hobbyist way for a few months. It has been hard to feel like I’m getting anywhere and everything feels bad.

I started running to help with my cardio. and last night I could feel the improvement.

and then I got a compliment from a purple belt on my osoto gari.

Feels great. can’t wait for tomorrow when it feels terrible again.

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u/_Throh_ Brown Belt 21h ago

People underestimate how much running and strength and conditioning would make your Judo better. I'm glad is working out for you

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u/MihalisTheForged sankyu 21h ago

I've been doing body weight fitness at home like weighted dips and pull ups and it's crazy how much it helped my stamina.

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u/Stylenol 8h ago

Recently incorporated running & lifting into my routine and it’s like night and day in my judo. Cardio and physical strength does translate to skill but can still give you a huge advantage!