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A celebrated martial art form like jiu jitsu which is a self defense system enjoys acceptance among people of many different countries. The most common moves in jiu jitsu are grabbing, wrestling and choke holding which mostly land at least one person on the floor. For this reason, among many others, the most apt brazilian fightwear has to be worn while practicing jiu jitsu.
The core belief of this combat form is that even a tinier person can defeat a larger enemy using tactical leverage and proper technique. These include joint locking and choke holding. These and the other moves in Jiu Jitsu entail swift thinking and movement on one's part.
In order to be able to execute this, a certain kind of clothing is to be worn during practice and the uniform code has to be strictly followed during tournaments. The fightwear has to be light weight to enable the fighter to do his best. It should be able to handle the pressure at joints and must not rip easily.
Your fightwear should have the perfect balance between roominess and fit. A properly tailored kimono will allow free movement of the hands and legs without getting in the way. If it is made of a heat resistant material, that can also absorb sweat, it will keep you cool during those strenuous moments. A pre-shrunk fightwear is ideal to avoid nasty surprises afterwards.
Grappling events require shorts to be worn. Velcro and drawstrings on stretch shorts offer maximum comfort. The kind of event dictates the kind of uniform to be worn. Some robes come with a thicker collar or a rubber collar to help offer advantage during choke holds. A thick rubber collar also maybe harder to grip for the opponent, thus giving you leverage.
There are some specifications that are laid down by the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation regarding the uniform for events. No-gi events must have participants wearing black board shorts with black or white rash guards. Women can wear lycra shorts or pants. But, the color must strictly be only black. At least a ten percent of the uniform must indicate the rank color of the participant. New printing techniques like fiber infused printing allow the print to last. Logos can be used anywhere on the shorts and the trim can be of any color according to choice.
The crotch part of the shorts should be comfortable and must not ride up during training. It is better if the crotch is seamless. A stretchable durable material allows maximum comfort. Light weight and feather light fight wear are very useful when weight in is a little problematic for example, during weigh ins. Or, if a lighter Gi is required during the training sessions that can get very hot and sweaty.
The kimono sizing is not the same as the sizing for regular clothes. Refer sizing charts before purchase. These are available online and in the fightwear seller's websites. Accessories like boxing gloves, mitts and others can be bought along with the fightwear as a package for most savings.
