In combat, one of the best ways to control an opponent is to control their upper body. Upper body control is an easy and straightforward way to break their posture in the stand-up portion and…

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In combat, one of the best ways to control an opponent is to control their upper body. Upper body control is an easy and straightforward way to break their posture in the stand-up portion and…
Martial artists have historically been against lifting weights as part of their training programs, especially bodybuilding and powerlifting-style strength training. It wasn’t an irrational aversion since martial artists often compete in specific weight classes, use…
The Olympic Games include several combat sports, but mixed martial arts isn’t yet one of them. Don’t worry; it’s not some conspiracy against MMA; it’s simply a reminder of how relatively new the sport is. …
Many people who start martial arts classes stick to one style, but that isn’t necessarily the best approach to training. Sure, you don’t want to train in so many different martial arts that you don’t…
That question has been asked for ages, and there’s no clear answer since each grappling art has advantages and disadvantages. Some would say that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has emerged as the most complete grappling-based martial art…
Mixed martial arts has emerged as the fastest-growing combat sport in the world, and it’s only a matter of time before it becomes bigger than boxing. It is the least restrictive combat sport, making it…
Cardio is and will always be one of the most important attributes a fighter can have. Conversely, poor cardio can end up being one of the biggest obstacles in a fighter’s journey to become a…
Controversial scorecards have always been a problem in combat sports, and mixed martial arts isn’t exempt from this reality. Given the many metrics used to score MMA fights like effective aggression, ground control, and cage…
Your “stance” refers to the way you stand and move when you’re fighting. The position of your feet, how low your hips are, and your hand positioning plays a huge role in determining how you…
A heavy bag is an invaluable tool for any mixed martial artist. They come in various shapes and sizes and can be used for a variety of training purposes. The most commonly seen in MMA…