# What is a BJJ plateau?

A plateau is when progress seems to stop despite continued training. Everyone hits them. Plateaus often precede breakthroughs - your brain is consolidating learning. Change something: try new techniques, train with different people, take a seminar. Plateaus are normal and temporary.

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