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- Q Are speed and quickness the same thing for a fighter?
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No, speed and quickness are not the same thing. Typically, speed is considered to be linear and is associated with covering a set distance in a short period of time. Quickness is better described as reaction time or your ability to interpret a stimulus... Full Answer
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- Q What drills can I do to help my kick defense in a fight?
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After completing your foam rolling and general warm-up, perform a kick defense ladder drill. To perform this drill, stand outside a standard speed ladder, step into the ladder with both feet from the side, and as you step out of the ladder bring the knee... Full Answer
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- Q What can I do to help improve my speed for a take-down during fights?
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First and foremost an MMA athlete must be proficient at wrestling. If the athlete does not possess excellent wrestling skills, they must seek out a good wrestling team, club, or coach to begin to train take-downs with and to improve their... Full Answer
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- Q Which “3D” exercises should I do for combat sports?
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Begin with a front lunge with a pummel. Standing on one leg with the bellybutton drawn in, move into a front lunge. Once this position is reached, extend the arms as if grabbing a leg for a take-down. Alternate legs for time or reps. Next,... Full Answer
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- Q What drills will help with my knee strikes in a fight?
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Hip conditioning is important when trying to improve muay thai knee strikes because of the flexibility and mobility necessary to effectively perform them. Begin by foam rolling the lats (latissimus dorsi) and the muscles surrounding the hips including... Full Answer
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- Q What can I do to get mentally prepared for fights?
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There are many exercises you can use in order to effectively and positively prepare for an upcoming fight. Two exercises to do prior to competition are goal setting and relaxation (deep breathing, centering, visualization). You can easily perform goal... Full Answer
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- Q Are there any drills to help with my fighting stance?
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The typcial wrestler's stance used in mixed martial arts fighting is much lower than most combative sports, therefore balance, strength, and endurance are all key components to train during drills to improve your stance. One of the easiest ways... Full Answer
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- Q What type of warm-up should I do prior to a mixed martial arts fight?
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Mixed martial arts (MMA) can be characterized by a myriad of different movement patterns including, but not limited to, level change (belly button moves up-down), three dimensional (3D) movement (front-back, side-to-side, and rotation), and being able to... Full Answer
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- Q What do most combat sports programs seem to be missing?
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There seems to be three important issues missing. First, proper phasing and organization. Secondly, corrective exercise programs or stability and endurance phases of training are not being implemented. Finally, training for combat sports often neglects... Full Answer
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- Q Are there drills for leg-kick balance?
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An excellent drill for leg-kick balance is the partner hops. After completing your foam rolling and general warm-up during practice, recruit a partner to help you with this drill. Begin by handing your partner your whole leg. Once your partner... Full Answer
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