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Flexibility
Exercises For Karate - Achieving Excellence
An integral part of Karate training is Calisthenics. It is essential
that the student conduct a 15-minute warm-up or flexibility exercises
to strengthen and loosen his muscles. You should...
Author: Ruth Cracknell
Date Posted: May 24, 2009
Protect
Your Neck - Top 5 Neck Builders For MMA Fighters
I love the Wu-Tang Clan and one of my favorite songs from them
is "Protect Ya' Neck". And while I don't think they were talking
to combat athletes, protecting your neck is definitely of top priority...
Author: Dustin Lebel
Date Posted: May 19, 2009
Chest and
Shoulder Training For MMA
Not only do huge shoulder and chest muscles make a warrior look
more imposing, but these muscles, when properly trained, can also
make him more dangerous. Without a strong set of deltoids and pectoral
muscles, the warrior surely has less chance of victory and a greater
chance of injury...
Author: Tony Hackerott
Date Posted: April 12, 2009
The
Perfect Mix - Kettlebells and Martial Arts Training
There is no other exercise tool that works better than kettlebells
in addressing all the physical variables that are needed by a martial
artist in his strength training program to become a well-rounded
martial artist. Kettlebells are cannonball-like traditional Russian...
Author: Dave Tyack
Date Posted: April 04, 2009
MMA
Training - The Impact of the Hip and Glutes in MMA
Just like a boa constrictor, the warrior must be able to latch
down on his opponent and squeeze the life out of him. Although it
may not be apparent, the muscles of the hips are essential in this
ability. The muscles surrounding the hips are some...
Author: Tony Hackerott
Date Posted: March 29, 2009
Hamstring and Foot
Training
The warrior must develop the muscles that he cannot see in the
mirror. When most warriors are asked to show off "their muscle,"
most quickly demonstrate the biceps of the upper arm. This area
of the body is where warriors must...
Author: Tony Hackerott
Date Posted: March 28, 2009
Self-Defense
Sports For a Healthy Mind and Body
The art of self-defense can be considered a contact sport. It involves
two or more people practicing defensive and offensive moves that
may be used in real life in case of harmful attacks...
Author: David Urmann
Date Posted: March 27, 2009
Arm and Back Training
For MMA
Without a powerful set of arms and hands, the warrior is powerless
against his opponent. There is nothing more impressive than a chiseled
set of arms on a warrior...
Author: Tony Hackerott
Date Posted: March 26, 2009
MMA
Training - 5 Ways to Maximize Your Mixed Martial Arts Workout
Many people think that because they are involved in a certain discipline,
that is all they need to do, and due to strict training in that
discipline they will, over time, become a "master"...
Author: Nathan Lonergan
Date Posted: March 19, 2009
Core
Exercises For MMA Using the Heavy Bag
When you think of a core exercise, most people think of doing situps,
crunches, and the hundreds of variations of these exercises. These
exercises are good for when you're on your back in MMA, but aren't
as applicable to developing your core for striking power...
Author: Eric Wong
Date Posted: February 14, 2009
The
Ten Most Common Strength Training Mistakes Made by Martial Artists
Noted sports scientist Dr. Paul Ward uses the following formula
to predict success in athletic competition...
Author: Charles Staley
Date Posted: February 06, 2009
Free Weights Vs Machines
There are endless amounts of people who assume themselves to be
serious within their "sport" yet they opt for the most ineffective
method of training...
Author: Daniel Evans
Date Posted: January 16, 2009
The Tornado Workout
Do you ever wonder how it feels to be knocked down/ stunned or
knocked out? I can tell you from first hand experience that you
see "butterflies" and your head just "spins". When they catch you
on the chin, there is always the chance that you'll get hurt. No
matter how good your defensive skills are, you have to cover your
bases, you can never be sure. You also have to...
Author: Lawrence Ragos
Date Posted: December 05, 2008
Bodyweight
Push Up Variations For Strength Training!
The most recognizable body weight exercise is the standard pushup.
There is good reason why the push up is popular. It is a comprehensive,
compound exercise that works the shoulders, chest, biceps, triceps,
and forearm...
Author: Stevey Mcgeown
Date Posted: November 29, 2008
Become
a Submission Machine With This BJJ Based Body Weight Workout
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has become one of the most popular sects of
martial arts due to the emergence of mixed martial arts into main
stream American culture. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial arts form
based on teaching a smaller person how to subdue a much larger opponent.
BJJ conditioning is similar to wrestling, judo, and other grappling
based martial arts. It takes skill, strength, and endurance to be
a successful BJJ practitioner...
Author: Steven Krebs
Date Posted: October 27, 2008
MMA Workout -
Strength Training
Mixed Martial Arts is a sport that requires an athlete to be in
great physical strength. Throwing powerful strikes, and being able
to manipulate your opponent's position requires tremendous physical
strength and endurance. Strength training for MMA not only involves
training the muscles to produce greater effort, but also...
Author: Derek Dreger
Date Posted: October 26, 2008
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