07-30-2008, 05:03 PM
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I am interested in knowing how you guys taper before a tournament. I have heard to cut quantity in half but keep intensity the same. Do this for 2 weeks out. Then do nothing for 3 days prior to tournament. What are your thoughts? Thanks in advance.
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Hey guys:
1. Sweet thread, learned a lot in the 3 pages so far
2. I'm sure training for MMA burns a decent amount of calories but how effective is it as a form of cardio? I'm lookin to shed some bf% and this looks like it'd be a very interesting way to do it. Just curious about it's effectiveness. Thanks in advance
1. Sweet thread, learned a lot in the 3 pages so far
2. I'm sure training for MMA burns a decent amount of calories but how effective is it as a form of cardio? I'm lookin to shed some bf% and this looks like it'd be a very interesting way to do it. Just curious about it's effectiveness. Thanks in advance
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08-18-2008, 01:55 PM
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Grip Forearm and Hand Training!
1st things 1st, there are different types of grip strength!
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=1411503
Old School Grip Training - Chad Waterbury
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=459819
Massive Forearms, Strong Grip - John Sullivan
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=1411503
Improve Your Grip Strength, Improve Your Physique
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=462101
How Arm Wrestlers Train The Wrist
http://www.eiyc.com/wrist.htm
2 Part Article from BB.com
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/par15.htm
Awsome Links here: (not all wrist related)
http://en.allexperts.com/q/Boxing-1533/80-pound-bag.htm
Grip Strength for Grappling
looks like the guy from Dieselcrew
http://www.grapplearts.com/Grip-Strength-Training.htm
Nice write-up on grip strength and MAs
http://www.mmaringreport.com/columns...ipstrength.htm
Grip Article Archive!
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/bbinfo.php?page=Grip
Last but not least, the COC (No that's not a typo and yes you need to get your mind out of the gutter!)
http://74.205.126.46/ironmind/opencm...nsofcrush.html
Some Coaches say if you're an athlete you shouldnt use straps, Dan John said something along the lines of "If you cant DL a certain weight without straps you got no business lifting it till your grip catches up to the rest of your body"
Now if you're training for hypertrophy/bodybuilding I think it's ok to use straps to crank out a couple more reps on pullups, DLs, Bent Rows, etc. imo
Couple of excercises for the wrists:
Knuckle Pushups (use one or two arms)
Handstand Pushups on the knuckles
Pushups on the fingertips (try to go from 5 fingers down to one if you feel hardcore)
Hitting the Heavybag
Wrist curls
Clubbell Excercises
Sledge Hammer Training
Arm Wrestling!
That's it for now, as you see there's hardly no need for any fancy equipment, dont be a dummy train your wrist and grip!
Feel free to add your own info on forearm/hand/grip training Ladies and Gents!
The Wiki
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grip_strength
1st things 1st, there are different types of grip strength!
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=1411503
Old School Grip Training - Chad Waterbury
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=459819
Massive Forearms, Strong Grip - John Sullivan
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=1411503
Improve Your Grip Strength, Improve Your Physique
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=462101
How Arm Wrestlers Train The Wrist
http://www.eiyc.com/wrist.htm
2 Part Article from BB.com
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/par15.htm
Awsome Links here: (not all wrist related)
http://en.allexperts.com/q/Boxing-1533/80-pound-bag.htm
Grip Strength for Grappling
looks like the guy from Dieselcrew
http://www.grapplearts.com/Grip-Strength-Training.htm
Nice write-up on grip strength and MAs
http://www.mmaringreport.com/columns...ipstrength.htm
Grip Article Archive!
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/bbinfo.php?page=Grip
Last but not least, the COC (No that's not a typo and yes you need to get your mind out of the gutter!)
http://74.205.126.46/ironmind/opencm...nsofcrush.html
Some Coaches say if you're an athlete you shouldnt use straps, Dan John said something along the lines of "If you cant DL a certain weight without straps you got no business lifting it till your grip catches up to the rest of your body"
Now if you're training for hypertrophy/bodybuilding I think it's ok to use straps to crank out a couple more reps on pullups, DLs, Bent Rows, etc. imo
Couple of excercises for the wrists:
Knuckle Pushups (use one or two arms)
Handstand Pushups on the knuckles
Pushups on the fingertips (try to go from 5 fingers down to one if you feel hardcore)
Hitting the Heavybag
Wrist curls
Clubbell Excercises
Sledge Hammer Training
Arm Wrestling!
That's it for now, as you see there's hardly no need for any fancy equipment, dont be a dummy train your wrist and grip!
Feel free to add your own info on forearm/hand/grip training Ladies and Gents!
The Wiki
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grip_strength
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Neck Training:
Warning: Ease into neck training if you havent done it in the past!
Nobody likes getting KTFO! right? It might be a good idea Nobody likes getting KTFO! right? It might be a good idea to work on something that will help prevent this. So Let's take a look at how we can strengthen the neck area. to work on something that will help prevent this. So Let's take a look at how we can strengthen the neck area. to work on something that will help prevent this. So Let's take a look at how we can strengthen the neck area. to work on something that will help prevent this. So Let's take a look at how we can strengthen the neck area.
To support our neck we need to strengthen the muscles, surrounding it. The biggest and strongest in that area are the traps. This is what Ian King had to say:
Sure he's talking about the appearance of the neck, but wouldn't it stand to reason that this would have a lot of carryover to MAists trying not to get KTFO!?
So as part of strengthening our neck area we need to build our traps up. So here's some exercises and links:
BB Front Shrug:
http://www.exrx.net/WeightExercises/...r/BBShrug.html
BB Back Shrug:
http://www.shapefit.com/traps-exerci...hind-back.html
/\Check out the bottom of the page for more Shrug variations
Calve Machine Shrugs:
http://www.t-nation.com/img/photos/0...g/image032.png
Overhead Shrugs:
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=1689966
Dip Shrugs:
One simple isometric exercise my Pops taught me was to place your hand on your head and push against it at different spots. Works with the wall too, just make sure your head is already touching it before pushing your head against the hand/wall.
Neck Training For Boxers Neck Training For Boxers
http://www.dragondoor.com/articler/mode3/254/
Ross Enamait delivers once again: Ross Enamait delivers once again:
http://www.rossboxing.com/thegym/thegym15.htm
Diesel Crew Article: Diesel Crew Article:
http://billhartman.blogspot.com/2007...-training.html
Warning: Ease into neck training if you havent done it in the past!
Nobody likes getting KTFO! right? It might be a good idea Nobody likes getting KTFO! right? It might be a good idea to work on something that will help prevent this. So Let's take a look at how we can strengthen the neck area. to work on something that will help prevent this. So Let's take a look at how we can strengthen the neck area. to work on something that will help prevent this. So Let's take a look at how we can strengthen the neck area. to work on something that will help prevent this. So Let's take a look at how we can strengthen the neck area.
To support our neck we need to strengthen the muscles, surrounding it. The biggest and strongest in that area are the traps. This is what Ian King had to say:
The appearance of the neck in regard to thickness (or thinness) is influenced by the length of the neck. People with shorter necks may appear to have thicker necks. Not that we can do anything about the length of your neck, unless of course there is a new wave of "Soviet-scam" on how the Russians shortened the necks of their athletes.
One way we can reduce the "thin-neck look" is to build up the upper trapezius muscle. In fact, this is perhaps the main neck muscle that responds to hypertrophy training. We have two options in training the neck. We can "bring the shoulders to the head," or we can "bring the head to the shoulders." Most of the four-way neck machines bring the head to the shoulders. This is nice, but as the loading capacity is greater in shoulders-to-head exercises, I prioritize those exercises instead.
One way we can reduce the "thin-neck look" is to build up the upper trapezius muscle. In fact, this is perhaps the main neck muscle that responds to hypertrophy training. We have two options in training the neck. We can "bring the shoulders to the head," or we can "bring the head to the shoulders." Most of the four-way neck machines bring the head to the shoulders. This is nice, but as the loading capacity is greater in shoulders-to-head exercises, I prioritize those exercises instead.
So as part of strengthening our neck area we need to build our traps up. So here's some exercises and links:
BB Front Shrug:
http://www.exrx.net/WeightExercises/...r/BBShrug.html
BB Back Shrug:
http://www.shapefit.com/traps-exerci...hind-back.html
/\Check out the bottom of the page for more Shrug variations
Calve Machine Shrugs:
http://www.t-nation.com/img/photos/0...g/image032.png
Overhead Shrugs:
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=1689966
Dip Shrugs:
One simple isometric exercise my Pops taught me was to place your hand on your head and push against it at different spots. Works with the wall too, just make sure your head is already touching it before pushing your head against the hand/wall.
Neck Training For Boxers Neck Training For Boxers
http://www.dragondoor.com/articler/mode3/254/
Ross Enamait delivers once again: Ross Enamait delivers once again:
http://www.rossboxing.com/thegym/thegym15.htm
Diesel Crew Article: Diesel Crew Article:
http://billhartman.blogspot.com/2007...-training.html
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Originally Posted By skrammy⏩
Plyometrics!! lots and lots o' plyometrics. This will condition you both physically and mentally. Do it at a minimum of 60 min with less than 10 sec rests between sets. When you realize you can do two or three sets without the 10 sec break, increase your speed.
It is almost wrestling season, how can i drastically improve my cardio and endurance for wrestling……i need the best way to allow me to go all three rounds without being exausted by the end of it
Another important thing to train for wrestling is hip flexors, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, and Teres Major muscles. You can do this by doing reverse push ups. Training these muscles will help you push your opponent away from you. The more you can do this the better it is. If you can do 100+ controlled movements with NO momentum drive, then add 45 LB plate to your chest to do it. Every time you do a reverse push up immediately turn and do regular push ups.
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10-07-2008, 11:27 PM
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I'm thinking about getting into MMA but an very much still into bodybuilding. I'd imagine lots of muscle mass being a hindrance but I'd still like to do it as it's a fantastic way to get in shape(doubt I'll ever fight competitively). I guess my question is: would it be possible to train in an MMA gym and not lose a ton of muscle?
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10-08-2008, 03:23 AM
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Originally Posted By Colossal Spoons⏩
if all you are doing is looking to train MMA for recreation a couple of days a week, you should be fine. You decide to change your goals your work outs would need to change also.
I'm thinking about getting into MMA but an very much still into bodybuilding. I'd imagine lots of muscle mass being a hindrance but I'd still like to do it as it's a fantastic way to get in shape(doubt I'll ever fight competitively). I guess my question is: would it be possible to train in an MMA gym and not lose a ton of muscle?
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10-13-2008, 03:41 PM
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Originally Posted By Colossal Spoons⏩
You're kind of like me. I was into bodybuilding about a year ago and then I started training BJJ. I i have actually gotten a little more muscle since i have started and ALOT more flexibilty from the stretches and such involved.
I'm thinking about getting into MMA but an very much still into bodybuilding. I'd imagine lots of muscle mass being a hindrance but I'd still like to do it as it's a fantastic way to get in shape(doubt I'll ever fight competitively). I guess my question is: would it be possible to train in an MMA gym and not lose a ton of muscle?
I work with weights 1-2 times a week with low intensity/high reps and i have gotten a little more mass, and alot of endurance from it.
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10-13-2008, 08:29 PM
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Originally Posted By 2hard2fixagain⏩
would you mind showing us your training split?
You're kind of like me. I was into bodybuilding about a year ago and then I started training BJJ. I i have actually gotten a little more muscle since i have started and ALOT more flexibilty from the stretches and such involved.
I work with weights 1-2 times a week with low intensity/high reps and i have gotten a little more mass, and alot of endurance from it.
I work with weights 1-2 times a week with low intensity/high reps and i have gotten a little more mass, and alot of endurance from it.
10-17-2008, 02:43 AM
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sickdevildog1 beat me to it
neck,forearm,grip
neck,forearm,grip
just lift
10-17-2008, 07:05 PM
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Bent over rows x8
Upright rows x8
shoulder press x8
stiff legged deadlift x8
squat with feet diagonal / x8
squat with feet diagonal \ x8
Shoulder press squat combination x8
use barbell with light-medium weight, its the randy couture workout but i changed good mornings to stiff legged deadlifts
http://buildingbodies.ca/exercise/ra...-conditioning/
Upright rows x8
shoulder press x8
stiff legged deadlift x8
squat with feet diagonal / x8
squat with feet diagonal \ x8
Shoulder press squat combination x8
use barbell with light-medium weight, its the randy couture workout but i changed good mornings to stiff legged deadlifts
http://buildingbodies.ca/exercise/ra...-conditioning/
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GREAT post here
GREAT post here
http://www.rosstraining.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=14216
this link contains a huge list of tutorials.
http://www.rosstraining.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=14216
this link contains a huge list of tutorials.
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12-20-2008, 11:42 AM
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Here is a program i have used, one of the many I have designed, Ive had great results with it
2 minutes eliptical
box jumps to sprawls
dumb bell swings
weighted punches
box jumps to sprawls
dumb bell swings
weighted punches
1 minute on eliptical as fast as you can
Thats one round, repeat that 5 times
You could than follow up with some strength training, one I like to do is:
With a weight of about 95 pounds
7 bent rows(regular grip)
7 deadlifts
7 up right rows
7 power cleans
7 military presses
7 bent rows(reverse grip)
Followed immediately by a set of 6-7 pullups, use towels or preferrably ropes for grip work
Repeat this set 5-6 times.
2 minutes eliptical
box jumps to sprawls
dumb bell swings
weighted punches
box jumps to sprawls
dumb bell swings
weighted punches
1 minute on eliptical as fast as you can
Thats one round, repeat that 5 times
You could than follow up with some strength training, one I like to do is:
With a weight of about 95 pounds
7 bent rows(regular grip)
7 deadlifts
7 up right rows
7 power cleans
7 military presses
7 bent rows(reverse grip)
Followed immediately by a set of 6-7 pullups, use towels or preferrably ropes for grip work
Repeat this set 5-6 times.
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12-25-2008, 11:01 PM
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I read a pretty cool article on MuscleProdigy.com on their sports prodigy of the month section with MMA fighter Paddy Moore. He offers pretty cool stuff to get started with MMA and to train for it. I suggest you guys check it out also, it really helped me out. all the best.
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02-07-2009, 03:52 PM
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I have no intention of competing in MMA, and besides there isn't an MMA gym near to where I live, although one might be opening in a month's time (apparently someone associated/was associated with Dan Henderson's camp will be involved).
Anyway, since Oct 2008 I've been training in Shorinji-Kan Jujutsu (quite similar style to Judo), but I'm thinking of joining a Muay-Thai club as well to develop some striking skills. The instructor will be Kru Leigh Edlin (current IKF English Middleweight champion I think).
Timetable is as follows (I'll explain what "1" and "A/B" are after):
Mon (any) –> Gym 1 or Gym A/B ???
Tue (pm) –> MT
Wed (pm) –> Jitsu
Thu (pm) –> Jitsu
Fri (pm) –> Gym 2 or Gym C/D ???
Sat (any) –> Gym 3 or Swim or Rest ???
Sun (pm) –> MT
So the question is, do I go to the gym to lift weights 3 times a week (hence Gym 1,2,3 - Starting Strength program essentially), or do I go just twice a week (hence A/B and C/D) - an adaptation of Stronglifts 5x5)?
Also, should I take a rest day on Saturday or go for a swim to improve my cardio?
BTW, on A and B days, I do front squats, overhead press, deadlift, pullups, and a little ab work. On C and D days, I do back squats, bench press, rows, dips, and a little ab work.
lol at the long post, but I'd appreciate any advice!
Anyway, since Oct 2008 I've been training in Shorinji-Kan Jujutsu (quite similar style to Judo), but I'm thinking of joining a Muay-Thai club as well to develop some striking skills. The instructor will be Kru Leigh Edlin (current IKF English Middleweight champion I think).
Timetable is as follows (I'll explain what "1" and "A/B" are after):
Mon (any) –> Gym 1 or Gym A/B ???
Tue (pm) –> MT
Wed (pm) –> Jitsu
Thu (pm) –> Jitsu
Fri (pm) –> Gym 2 or Gym C/D ???
Sat (any) –> Gym 3 or Swim or Rest ???
Sun (pm) –> MT
So the question is, do I go to the gym to lift weights 3 times a week (hence Gym 1,2,3 - Starting Strength program essentially), or do I go just twice a week (hence A/B and C/D) - an adaptation of Stronglifts 5x5)?
Also, should I take a rest day on Saturday or go for a swim to improve my cardio?
BTW, on A and B days, I do front squats, overhead press, deadlift, pullups, and a little ab work. On C and D days, I do back squats, bench press, rows, dips, and a little ab work.
lol at the long post, but I'd appreciate any advice!
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04-04-2009, 09:32 AM
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I just did MT on friday, its not saturday and my foot and knee joint are sore. What do you suggest that I take or do that would help with this soreness?
I am currently prepping for a Bodybuilding show, follow my journey :
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04-19-2009, 03:29 PM
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Hey guy's. I'm just now starting to get into boxing/wrestling before I get into any serious martial-art. I'm a football player but I think I'm more interested in the fighting sports than football. I have 3 questions I'd be appreciative if ya'll answered: 1) can I do "mma" while still building strength/mass? 2) what is the best cardio workout/plyometrics workout for fighting? 3) what is the best site/store to buy equipment? i was thinking id need a heavy bag and some gloves, just the basics
thanks in advance
EDIT: also, after ive built a "fighting base", which style of training would be best to start with? bjj, muay thai, karate? I've already got a year or so of TKD, but I cant say that the instructor taught well =/ i dont know any real technique
thanks in advance
EDIT: also, after ive built a "fighting base", which style of training would be best to start with? bjj, muay thai, karate? I've already got a year or so of TKD, but I cant say that the instructor taught well =/ i dont know any real technique
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05-04-2009, 07:13 AM
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I got a question.
Is cutting weight in martial arts the same as cutting weight in bodybuilding? So do i lower my carb intake?
Is cutting weight in martial arts the same as cutting weight in bodybuilding? So do i lower my carb intake?
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06-02-2009, 03:40 AM
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lol im training in the gym like a bodybuilder and eating like a bodybuilder doesnt really hinder your gains doing mma as well
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When I do strength and conditioning training I like to do this workout every now and then ( tends to be once a month or so).
Clap pushups 3x many as can, good form
Pulls ups, 3x same as above.
Then the couture circuit 5-8 times, 8-12 reps each exercise
that is,
bent over row
upright row
miltary press
good mornings
split squat/lunge left and right
squat + press
deadlifts weight starting just below knees/mid shins.
After that do some light core work, focus on rotation. Using a situp board I do situps with twist, russian twists with light weights, and standing twists holding a dumbell.
Try left little as possible during sets, really hard, but great for conditioning imo.
Clap pushups 3x many as can, good form
Pulls ups, 3x same as above.
Then the couture circuit 5-8 times, 8-12 reps each exercise
that is,
bent over row
upright row
miltary press
good mornings
split squat/lunge left and right
squat + press
deadlifts weight starting just below knees/mid shins.
After that do some light core work, focus on rotation. Using a situp board I do situps with twist, russian twists with light weights, and standing twists holding a dumbell.
Try left little as possible during sets, really hard, but great for conditioning imo.
part of DA…keep it on the QT
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07-12-2009, 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted By 80_Unframed⏩
"Go to bed hungry for more growth hormones to be released"
Best Bodyweight Exercises by Matt Furey and Ross Enamit
http://rapidshare.com/files/79365701...mait_.pdf.html
http://rapidshare.com/files/79365701...mait_.pdf.html
Does anyone have any proof to back this up…it kinda came out of nowhere
10-06-2009, 01:14 PM
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if you are trying to get in shape here is one of our wrestling conditioning workouts
run 6 laps around the track along with 4 laps of bleachers each time take a 5 minute break and then do sled sprints with sandbag carries after 30 sec rest on the way back do a total of 8 sprints
run 6 laps around the track along with 4 laps of bleachers each time take a 5 minute break and then do sled sprints with sandbag carries after 30 sec rest on the way back do a total of 8 sprints
01-16-2010, 11:39 PM
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Hey guys, I'm new to MMA but I did Kenpo Karate (offspring of the original Hawain Kempo) for 5 years (brown belt). Anyway I tried Muay Thai, BJJ and "MMA" classes my MA Academy offered and enjoyed BJJ and thought it would be good to focus solely on one MA until I feel ready to add another to the mix.
Is that a smart idea or should I do some MT as well? I get 8 hours a week of BJJ, sometimes a little more. Pretty much every night for 1-2 hours.
I also powerlift to gain strength and eat alot of keep getting bigger as well. My current routine is Jim Wendler's 5-3-1. Basic layout where you can pretty much any kind of accessory work you want, from PL style to just running and bodyweight exercises.
Here's what the lifting looks like:
Mon: DL
Weds: Bench
Fri: Squat
Mon: MP
So I was wondering what would be good accessory work that will better me as a BJJ practitioner and fighter in general. I have alot of ideas, like plyo pushups, pullups, dips, hanging leg raises, recline pullups, glute bridges, hip bridges and also though some jump rope/rower/treadmill would be good to finish off the workout.
Only problem is I have no idea where to place all these exercises to create an ideal routine.
Is that a smart idea or should I do some MT as well? I get 8 hours a week of BJJ, sometimes a little more. Pretty much every night for 1-2 hours.
I also powerlift to gain strength and eat alot of keep getting bigger as well. My current routine is Jim Wendler's 5-3-1. Basic layout where you can pretty much any kind of accessory work you want, from PL style to just running and bodyweight exercises.
Here's what the lifting looks like:
Mon: DL
Weds: Bench
Fri: Squat
Mon: MP
So I was wondering what would be good accessory work that will better me as a BJJ practitioner and fighter in general. I have alot of ideas, like plyo pushups, pullups, dips, hanging leg raises, recline pullups, glute bridges, hip bridges and also though some jump rope/rower/treadmill would be good to finish off the workout.
Only problem is I have no idea where to place all these exercises to create an ideal routine.
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02-15-2010, 06:06 PM
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Is a good neck exercise the lying face down plate on your head and going foward and back with your head plus the lying face up ?? And I had seriously freaked out today knowing that Matt Serra is 5'6 … 170 pounds???????????!?!!!!!!! I almost crapped myself lol thats a tiny dude with sooo much muscle weight 0_o
06-21-2010, 12:46 PM
#86
I hope this is the right thread for this. I've been kickboxing for about 18 months and my roundhouse kicks are the only thing I feel is really lagging. I think it may be my hip flexors, I get pain in the outside of my leg when kicking. Lately I've started doing more dynamic stretching during my gym workouts, is it really as simple as consistently doing dynamic stretches or is there something more specific I should be doing for my hips?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
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07-31-2010, 02:41 PM
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i think sprints and tabata training are the way forward for MMA conditioning
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08-20-2010, 08:44 AM
#88
Originally Posted By RedBaron1234⏩
Yes they will certainly give you a lot more bang for your buck than continuous steady running.
i think sprints and tabata training are the way forward for MMA conditioning
There's some conditioning ideas for MMA on this link:
http://www.sprintstrong.com/2010/08/...ditioning.html
Hope you enjoy.
http://www.sprintstrong.com
09-05-2010, 05:05 AM
#89
For Upper Body usually its:
Push Ups:
Standard Push Ups
Wide Push Ups
Diamond Push Ups
Clap Push Ups
Decline Push Ups
T Push Ups
Knuckle Push Ups
Clap Push Ups
1 Legged Push Ups
Uchi Mata Push Ups
Crawl Push Ups
Pull Ups:
Narrow Grip Pull Ups
Wide Grip Pull Ups
Commando Grip Pull Ups
One Hand Pull ups
Mixed Grip Pull Ups
Standard Pull Ups
Hammer Grip Pull Ups
Hammer Grip Pull Ups on a Monkey Bar (Travel from start til Finish doing Hammer Grip Pull Ups)
Towel Grip Pull Ups
Towel Grip Commando Pull Ups
Rope Climb
Hope it Helps
Push Ups:
Standard Push Ups
Wide Push Ups
Diamond Push Ups
Clap Push Ups
Decline Push Ups
T Push Ups
Knuckle Push Ups
Clap Push Ups
1 Legged Push Ups
Uchi Mata Push Ups
Crawl Push Ups
Pull Ups:
Narrow Grip Pull Ups
Wide Grip Pull Ups
Commando Grip Pull Ups
One Hand Pull ups
Mixed Grip Pull Ups
Standard Pull Ups
Hammer Grip Pull Ups
Hammer Grip Pull Ups on a Monkey Bar (Travel from start til Finish doing Hammer Grip Pull Ups)
Towel Grip Pull Ups
Towel Grip Commando Pull Ups
Rope Climb
Hope it Helps
09-05-2010, 05:10 AM
#90
Originally Posted By Mr.Serpent⏩
Try One legged Hip Raises, hopefully it helps
I hope this is the right thread for this. I've been kickboxing for about 18 months and my roundhouse kicks are the only thing I feel is really lagging. I think it may be my hip flexors, I get pain in the outside of my leg when kicking. Lately I've started doing more dynamic stretching during my gym workouts, is it really as simple as consistently doing dynamic stretches or is there something more specific I should be doing for my hips?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
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