“It Was Hard at First, But Now I Love It” – Two Women Share Their Jiu Jitsu Journey
In a recent video from Mindset Martial Arts, two women sit down to share their honest experience with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu—and it's one that will resonate with anyone who's ever tried something new and challenging.
Both women open up about how intimidating it felt when they first started training. "At first, it was really hard," one of them admits. "I didn’t know any of the movements, and I felt totally out of my comfort zone." The other nods in agreement, adding, "I remember being sore all the time and not sure if I was doing anything right."
But their tone quickly shifts to one of confidence and joy. “Now, I love coming to train,” one of them says with a smile. "It’s become something I look forward to every week."
They talk about how the community helped them push through those early struggles, how supportive their training partners were, and how the small wins—like remembering a technique or escaping a tough position—kept them motivated. Over time, what once felt impossible started to become