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Krissa Hjartar: Mastering Leg Attacks, Training with Men & Building Confidence| Ep. 24
In this episode, I sit down with Coach Krissa Hjartar, a 5-time Icelandic National Judo Champion, IBJJF No-Gi World Champion, and American National Champion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Krissa shares her incredible journey from training in a small Icelandic town to competing at the highest levels of grappling.
We discuss her expertise in leg locks and takedowns, the unique challenges and advantages women face in martial arts, training with elite coaches like Josh Clopton, Dan Marks, Gil Melendez and John Danaher, and the importance of strength training for longevity in the sport. Krissa also opens…
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