Athlete's Foot (Tinea Pedis) in Martial Arts
Why barefoot training raises athlete's foot risk, how clinicians describe it, and the drying and footwear habits that help. Educational only, not medical advice.
Skin Health
Plain-English, medically fact-checked guides to skin conditions, prevention and kit hygiene for grapplers and combat-sport athletes — written by a grappler and reviewed against trusted public-health and dermatology sources.
Cauliflower Ear: Hygiene and Care Basics
An educational overview of cauliflower ear, why drainage is a medical procedure, and the hygiene basics around headgear. Not medical advice.
Molluscum Contagiosum in Grapplers: A Quick Guide
A short, medically sourced explainer on molluscum contagiosum for grapplers and why a clinician should confirm and manage it. Not medical advice.
Folliculitis from Grappling and Gym Mats
What folliculitis is, why friction and sweat make grapplers prone to it, and when irritation needs a clinician's eye. Educational only.
MRSA in Contact Sports: What the Evidence Says
A careful, source-backed look at MRSA risk in contact sports, why you should never self-treat, and the shared-equipment habits that reduce spread. Not medical advice.
Ringworm vs Eczema: How to Tell the Difference
Ringworm and eczema can look similar but are very different. A medically sourced comparison and why a clinician should make the call. Educational only.
Herpes Gladiatorum (Mat Herpes): What Athletes Should Know
An educational overview of herpes gladiatorum in combat sports, why diagnosis belongs with a clinician, and how layups protect training partners. Not medical advice.
Impetigo in Wrestling and Grappling: What It Is
A clear explainer on impetigo for contact-sport athletes: how clinicians describe it, why it spreads on mats, and when to seek care. Not medical advice.
Staph Infections in Grappling: A Plain-English Guide
What staph infections look like in grappling sports, why early medical attention matters, and the hygiene habits that lower exposure. Educational only.
Ringworm in BJJ: How to Spot It Early (and What to Do)
A plain-English, medically sourced guide to recognising ringworm in jiu jitsu, when to see a doctor, and how good mat hygiene reduces risk. Not medical advice.
Skin Barrier Basics for Athletes
What your skin barrier does, why training stresses it, and gentle habits that help keep it intact. Educational only, not medical advice.
Travelling and Competing: Hygiene on the Road
A travel-ready hygiene checklist for camps, comps and seminars where you train with strangers. Educational, not medical advice.
Hygiene Etiquette for New White Belts
The unwritten hygiene rules every new grappler should know, from clean kit to nails to staying home when unwell. Educational, not medical advice.
A Parent's Guide to Kids' BJJ Hygiene
Practical hygiene habits to teach young grapplers and the signs that mean a trip to the GP. Educational only, not medical advice.
Hand and Nail Hygiene for Grapplers
Why short, clean nails protect you and your partners, plus a simple hand-hygiene routine for training. Educational, not medical advice.
Pre-Competition Skin Checks and IBJJF Skin Rules
How competition skin checks work, what officials look for, and how to prepare responsibly. Educational overview, not medical advice.
When to Stay Off the Mats with a Skin Issue
A responsible guide to when a skin problem means sitting out, protecting partners, and getting a clinician's clearance. Not medical advice.
The Post-Training Shower Routine for Grapplers
A practical, no-nonsense shower-and-dry routine for after training, built around general hygiene best practice. Educational, not medical advice.
Contact Dermatitis from Mats and Cleaning Chemicals
Why mats, sweat and harsh disinfectants can irritate skin, how this differs from infection, and when to get it checked. Not medical advice.
Acne Mechanica: Friction Breakouts from Rashguards
What acne mechanica is, why tight kit and sweat trigger it, and gentle routine tweaks that may help. Educational only, not medical advice.
Jock Itch (Tinea Cruris) in Grapplers
A plain-English explainer on jock itch for grapplers, why sweat and friction matter, and when to see a pharmacist or doctor. Not medical advice.
Towel and Equipment Hygiene for Shared Spaces
Why shared towels and pads spread skin issues and the simple habits that cut the risk. Educational, not medical advice.
What Is Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl)? A Plain-English Explainer
A neutral, source-backed explainer of what hypochlorous acid is and how it is studied, with no product or treatment claims. Educational only.
A Coach's Guide to a Gym Hygiene Policy
A practical framework for coaches: mat cleaning, skin-check culture, layup rules and communicating it to members. Educational, not medical advice.
Rashguard Hygiene: Wash, Dry, Rotate
A no-fuss system for keeping rashguards clean and odour-free, and why drying matters as much as washing. Educational, not medical advice.
Gym Bag Hygiene: Stop the Funk
Why your kit bag turns into a science experiment and a simple system to keep it fresh. Educational, not medical advice.
How to Clean and Disinfect Training Mats
A practical mat-cleaning routine for gyms and home setups, with general guidance on disinfectants and contact times. Educational, not medical advice.
How to Get the Smell Out of a Rashguard
Why synthetic kit traps odour and a practical washing routine that actually fixes it. Educational, not medical advice.
How to Wash a BJJ Gi Properly
A step-by-step routine for washing, drying and caring for your gi so it stays fresh and lasts longer. Educational, not medical advice.
How Often Should You Actually Shower Around Training?
Balancing hygiene with skin health: how thinking on shower frequency has evolved and what suits hard-training athletes. Educational, not medical advice.
