A lot to like about my first time back on the mat in more than a month. The off-mat cardio and TONS of jiu-jitsu film study (BJJ Scout's analysis of Demian Maia's and Murilo Santana's passing game) deserve a lot of credit for making tonight feel like such a successful return in terms of my performance during Live Training with a pair of tough purple belt partners.
The other thing to like is the reception from the students. It's subtler - and more direct at the same time. Most importantly, it's appreciated. And it's a big reason why I keep coming back to help and train week after week, month after month, year after year.
