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MIXED MARTIAL ARTS FOR
THE PROFESSIONAL WARRIOR
Table Of Contents:
All About Mixed Martial Arts Pg. 2
Mixed Marital Arts and Vale Tudo Pg. 5
Understanding Mixed Marital Arts Pg. 8
Mixed Martial Arts and its Benefits Pg. 11
Mixed Martial Arts Fighting Systems Pg. 14
Mixed Martial Arts and Behavior Pg. 17
MMA – Nutrition and Fitness Pg. 20
The Importance of Endurance and Stamina Pg. 23
Training for a Mixed Martial Arts Match Pg. 26
Winning Tactics in MMA Pg. 29
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All About Mixed Martial Arts
Mixed martial arts is more popularly known as MMA. You can easily
defeat your opponents by using a combination of various combat techniques.
Recently, MMA has become extremely popular in the different countries of
the world. One of the best known competitions is the ultimate fighting
championships.
Different martial arts techniques are utilized by various MMA fighters.
The main aim of these MMA competitions is to identify the best combat
techniques that can be used in everyday life. Today’s competitions are a bit
different because stricter rules are being followed since the sport is already
accepted all throughout the world. Still, there is still no established central
organization to create standard rules for the game. The MMA rules vary
depending on the place where the competitions are held.
In most mixed martial arts competitions or tournaments, grappling or
striking techniques are used. It can include punches, knees, and kicks. Aside
from that, fighters can also execute sweeps, throws, and holds. Fish hooking,
biting, and eye gouging are usually considered illegal while elbows, spinal
locks, and head butts are not always allowed in the game.
A winner can be proclaimed when the judges give their decision. There
are also times when the winner is proclaimed by knock out and submission.
The corner man can also decide for the game’s outcome. If he wishes to end
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the game, he may do so. The on-site match doctor can also decide to end
the game when the fighter cannot fight properly anymore.
Mixed martial arts training can get really tough. You see, in order for a
fighter to compete in a match, he should undergo serious training. There are
lots of fighting techniques to learn and you can’t possibly learn them all
overnight. The trainings involve ground combat, clinch, stand up, and many
other fighting techniques. Aside from that, training instructors also teach
kickboxing and boxing.
By learning these things, you can easily improve your footwork,
kneeing, punching, and kicking. Clinching can be improved by leaning
freestyle wrestling. Striking power is developed by learning Muay Thai. To
improve your ground fighting positioning skills, you should learn Sambo and
Brazilian Jujitsu. Combat abilities can be further enhanced through judo,
catch wrestling, and shoot wrestling. So you see, there is a lot to learn if you
want to become a good fighter in the mixed martial arts competitions.
It’s not easy to become one of the best fighters because you need to
learn many fighting styles and techniques. You should also learn how to alter
these techniques from time to time. Don’t just stick to several fighting
techniques because your opponent might be able to read your moves. Do
some modifications so that your opponent can’t tell your next move.
Succeeding in MMA competitions require hard work and dedication. It is truly
demanding and you need to be competent. Competitiveness is a vital key if
you want to win various competitions or tournaments.
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Start learning various fighting styles, techniques, and combat sports. If
you incorporate all the knowledge and skills you’ve learned, you have a
better chance to win. Find good instructors and learn from them. You should
be willing to invest time, effort, and money. It may take some time before you
can learn many different fighting techniques but it’s worth the wait.
By the time you step on the ring, you’re ready to win.
Watch the trailer for “History of MMA - Bobby Razak” here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rl6623Kdwhs&list=PL893F9B991086F938 I bet
you’ll watch the entire series. It’s free on YouTube as of this day.
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Mixed Marital Arts and Vale Tudo
Is Vale Tudo the original MMA? The Portuguese describes Vale Tudo
as cock-fighting among humans. You can access the sport only through the
internet because it is regarded as a bloody unarmed sport. PRIDE and UFC
(Ultimate Fighting Championship) has already submitted to some regulations
but the MMA Brazilian fans are not even worried even if the fighters are
thrown out of the ring; there are almost no rules to follow, so the fight can get
really bloody.
In the early 20th century, carnivals and circuses set up some booths
where wrestlers or boxers would workout. Sometimes, audiences were also
challenged to join the game for a certain prize. Most of the time,
professionals defeat the amateurs. This is an excellent form of entertainment
during that time. In Brazil, Vale Tudo referred to matches by fighters of
different fighting styles. In the US, it was called wrestling but it was not very
bloody. Wrestlers and boxers were trained to compete with each other in an
organized fight. Things changed when Mitsuyo Maeda, a Japanese
prizefighter, went to Brazil and trained students about unarmed combat.
Maeda used the styles and fighting techniques of Jujutsu and Judo. He
challenged the Brazilian fighters to a match of Vale Tudo. The match
promised prestige and local prize. Many fighters were not able to defeat
Maeda in the matches who included wrestlers, boxers, and other martial
artists. Even if other fighters were able to throw Maeda to the ground, he
was still able to execute effective grappling techniques. He was a sportsman
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and good natured; because of these qualities, he was able to impress other
fighters.
A prominent family in Brazil asked Maeda to train their sons. The
Gracie brothers became popular in the mixed martial arts called Jiu Jitsu.
The brothers could strike like boxers and grapple effectively. They still
promoted Vale Tudo and later on, it was popularized on television. UFC and
MMA were born after that. There are virtually no more Vale Tudo matches
but MMA matches have become even more popular.
If you want to be one of the fighters in mixed martial arts, you should
start training now. Make sure that you don’t focus on only one martial arts
style. Learn more about grappling and striking techniques, and many other
fighting styles. By learning as many fighting techniques as you can, you’re
going to be proclaimed a winner because you can defeat your opponents no
matter what fighting style they use.
It can’t be said that Vale Tudo is mixed martial arts. There are
similarities in the matches but there are also noticeable differences. Vale
Tudo matches are very bloody while MMA is only sometimes bloody. In fact,
by executing the right fighting techniques at the right time, you can defeat
your opponent in a matter of seconds. Don’t focus on only one technique and
with MMA, there is no particular gear. For competitions, you can use
grappling t-shirts and shorts for ease of movement. If you wear comfortable
clothing, you can move freely.
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Mixed martial arts have evolved through the years. Ever since it was
first introduced, it has already undergone a lot of changes. Even little kids
can now learn MMA with the different training courses available.
It’s a good decision to start learning various fighting techniques at an
early age so that as you grow older, you can learn more complicated
techniques while retaining the ones you’ve learned in the past.
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Understanding Mixed Martial Arts
Mixed martial arts took the world in full blast. Through combining the
different disciplines of kick boxing, wrestling and boxing, it is then considered
by the majority, as the main sport, in combat. The newest version of MMA
came out in the 1900s. Tracing back its history way back when the Greeks
maintained their Pankration, their ancient wrestling, it journeyed through the
doors of the modern times. Mixed martial arts is easy to understand.
For someone who just came into an MMA arena, being clueless is just
a phase. The curiosity disappears the moment you enter the environment of
the competition. Below are some ways or steps to be able to fully understand
the formalities of the game.
First, you have to be observant of the things around you. Notice what’s
happening. At the height of introduction and rule announcements, listen
carefully to what the announcer says prior to the fight. There may be some
rule similarities if compared with boxing like the standing eight count. Even
so, weight classes are fewer and rounds are longer. There are certain
matches wherein the judges can’t decide on who the winner is. When this
happens, the fight will continue until someone gets knocked out, submits, or
chocked out.
The moment the match begins, watch. Indulge in the match without
getting lost in the end. Like other sport fights, the combatants would fall under
two broad categories: the brawlers and boxers. The brawlers are those who
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are always in a hurry to end a fight. They are the one who look forward in
ending the match as quickly as possible. On the other hand, the boxers are
the fighters who are willing to go further through the fight with the goal of
wearing down their opponents and winning the judges decision.
However, the fighters also fall under two broad categories: the strikers
and the grapplers. The strikers are those who are concentrating mostly on
kicks and punches while grapplers are those specializing in wrestling tactics.
During the fight, try to judge how every participant executes a certain
strategy or technique to bring the opponent down. Assess their strengths,
weaknesses and even their defenses. A participant can either be a grappler
or a brawler or a combination of both. A match ends when a fighter submits,
gets knocked out, or based on the judge’s decision. Grapplers can use
chokes or submission holds to attain a quick victory or he can also vanquish
his opponent’s strength through a series of locks and holds, aiming to
neutralize and run his opponent down.
Analyze every fighter through every match. Notice if the fight takes
place in an open ring or if it’s on the ground. Are the fighters’ strategies
helping them succeed or was it quickly countered by the opponent?
Mixed martial arts are full of moves that can make your heart beat fast.
There are only few MMA fights that reach the time allotted. Due to the new
rules proposed to less wrapping of the hands and lighter use of gloves,
strikers can no longer punch as hard as they want - without the risk of
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inflicting injury to their own wrist and hand. Watch out for surprises.
Knockouts and big blows done either by the knee, fist or foot are common.
A fighter’s fortune can be rotated in a matter of seconds; this will
entirely depend on how the fighters carry themselves throughout the fight.
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Mixed Martial Arts and its Benefits
Mixed martial arts are not only for competitions or tournaments. You
can also enjoy its many health benefits. Through regular MMA training, you
can enhance flexibility, tone your muscles, and provides excellent cardio
workout. After several weeks of training, you can already see improvements
in your stamina, strength, and hand-eye coordination. Many individuals who
want to lose weight can also benefit from MMA. You can incorporate it in
your weight loss program together with proper diet.
If you’re an MMA enthusiast, you will learn many fighting techniques
like that from Tae Kwon Do, Jujitsu, Karate, Judo, and many others. Many
fighters of mixed martial arts are able to improve their minds and bodies by
engaging in martial arts seriously. If you want to improve the shape of your
body, this is an excellent tool to achieve it. Many teachers or instructors also
teach their students on how to enhance their spiritual lives. Their mental state
also becomes better. All these things you can enjoy without spending many
hours in the gym. There are many MMA classes all over the world; both
children and adults are already into this combat sport.
If you try to watch a MMA fight, you will notice that the fighters are
using combinations of Tae Kwon Do, Jujitsu, Boxing, Tang Soo Do,
Wrestling, Grappling, Karate, and other forms of martial arts. The matches
follow minimal rules. You can never really tell what will happen in the fights.
Fighters use different techniques as they see fit; it is therefore very important
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to know various fighting techniques so that when you’re in the actual
situation, you will know which techniques or martial arts styles to apply.
Before, mixed martial arts did not follow any rules and so the fight
almost always tended to end up bloody. To ensure the safety of the athletes,
minimal rules are already being followed. This is also one way of promoting
the sport so that it can gain worldwide acceptance. In the recent years, MMA
gained widespread acceptance and this is proven by the interest of many
individuals in the combat sport, including small kids. Parents support their
little ones by allowing them to attend MMA classes. Many people realized
the benefits of MMA and because of this, mixed martial arts classes are now
widely available.
Competitions are generally safe because of the regulations or rules
imposed. In order to compete with other opponents, a fighter needs to
undergo tough physical and mental conditioning. In the recent mixed martial
arts games, there wasn’t any news of critical injury or death. You can find
MMA classes in schools, youth groups, dojos, church groups, and many
other organizations. Classes always start with warm up and stretching
exercises. You will also learn how to do jumps, rotations, abs tightening, and
squats. You need to wear protective clothing especially during sparring
sessions.
Many individuals who attend MMA classes claim that they became
healthier and stronger. They also noticed improvements in self confidence
and in handling their temper. The things they learned from the mixed martial
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arts classes can be applied in everyday life. Enroll in a local MMA class now
and enjoy the same benefits enjoyed by the athletes.
You don’t have to compete in actual competitions or tournaments.
Sparring sessions in class is also good for you - and you can practice the
theories you’ve learned.
Watch this awesome video explaining more benefits of MMA!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6L0GHtIPVE
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Mixed Martial Arts Fighting Systems
Fighting systems in martial arts differ from one another. You can’t
compare one system with the other because there is no specific objective or
standard format for doing so. The systems have their own fighting
techniques, methods, and goals. The capacity and ability of the individual to
learn various fighting systems will determine his success in the upcoming
matches.
A person’s body is one of the aspects of most fighting systems. Aside
from that, the systems also give value to spiritual and philosophical ideals.
The Chinese, Korean, and Japanese fighting systems follow the principles
of Confusion. There are certain systems which are sports oriented and they
follow unique rules which may contradict that of the rules of other systems.
Some very good examples are Tae Kwon Do, Judo, and Washu. Reality
based or systems which emphasize self defense include Kombato, Jeet
Kune Do, and Defendo. Martial arts have different forms and each has its
own set of goals and so it can be very difficult to compare them.
However, it’s possible to assess the value of martial arts in teaching
fighting disciplines. Some systems focus on unarmed combat while other
systems focus on using particular weapons; others focus in self defense,
escaping from harm, etc.
Try to find out about the goals of a particular fighting system and use
that to assess if the fighting techniques being taught are effective. Observe
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two forms of martial arts while their fighters fight each other. One fighter may
be good in hand fighting while the other fighter has his or her own expertise.
When they fight, take note of the effective movements when they were
executed. Sparring sessions between different fighting systems is an
excellent way to determine the better techniques to use during fights. The
UFC allows fighters from different systems to compete with each other.
Limited rules are followed to ensure the safety of the fighters. After the UFC,
many other organizations with similar goals entered the world scene.
Cross trainings are now possible through MMA. Fighters of MMA
believe in one thing – which is to learn various fighting systems or disciplines.
Today, many individuals prefer to fight with fighters from other systems but
they no longer want to enter the competitions of the UFC and other
organizations. Students sometimes fight with other students to prove who is
more superior. Teachers don’t encourage this kind of fighting but in reality, it
does happen. If you’re a responsible individual, you will not take part in the
illegal fights because you might get injured. If you want to fight, join legal
competitions.
You can also use mixed martial arts as your personal workout routine.
You see, MMA is not just for fighting with other fighters but it’s also about
keeping the body fit and healthy. Once you learn various MMA techniques,
incorporate them in your daily workout. Your body needs regular exercise or
workout and by doing the various styles or techniques, you’re already
providing your body with the needed workout. Also, don’t forget to eat a
balanced diet because makes your body stronger. The body needs energy
and it comes from the foods you eat; so eat better to live better.
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You can’t learn all the fighting systems used in mixed martial arts in a
very short time. Just pick the ones you think are effective and enroll in their
classes.
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Mixed Martial Arts and Behavior
Unarmed combat sports like mixed martial arts are gaining popularity
these days. Even if the earlier events were bloody and not widely accepted,
it has dramatically changed over the years. Modern matches usually include
fight forms like Wrestling, Boxing, Kickboxing, Judo, Jujitsu, Tae Kwo Do,
etc. Those who take MMA classes have different reasons – for fun, fighting
in competitions, self defense, and for fitness.
According to research, mixed martial arts originated in Greece. It was
called Pankration and the games then were similar to today’s modern games.
Most fighters back then used techniques similar to boxing and wrestling.
After the first fight in the UFC in 1993, the world has taken much interest in
the unarmed combat sport. The very first champion in modern MMA was
Royce Gracie. Aside from Pankration, mixed martial arts like Vale Tudo in
Brazil, became popular in the 1920s. MMA is very popular in Japan, United
States, and Brazil.
The predominant techniques utilized by most fighters in the MMA
competitions are grappling and striking. The techniques are combinations of
the various fighting styles known in Russia, France, Holland, Thailand,
Japan, Brazil, and America. Rules are still not standardized as compared to
other sports and it varies from one country to another. Minimal rules are
followed for safety and for the promotion of the sport. Groin attacks, abusive
language, joint manipulations, fish hooking, eye gouging, and biting are often
considered illegal and unethical.
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The athletes of the MMA are categorized into strikers, wrestlers, and
grapplers. The latter are very good especially when they are able to force
their opponents to the ground. The wrestlers prefer take downs and strikers
want to win fights by knock out. You shouldn’t belong to just one category.
All categories require extensive and comprehensive training. This is the only
way to become a total MMA athlete. Traditional fighters of MMA are trained
in Brazilian Jujitsu, Muay Thai, and other prominent fighting systems.
Professional trainers guide their students all throughout the training
sessions. You can find a lot of training schools in California, Phoenix,
Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC, and in countries like Russia, Brazil and
Japan.
Mixed martial arts do not concentrate merely on the physical
capabilities of an individual. It also focuses on the spiritual and mental well-
being of the person. When you join MMA classes, you will surely learn many
good qualities that you can apply in your everyday life. You can also improve
your mental state through the trainings. The behavior of most MMA fighters
is refined as compared to non fighters. They are disciplined, hard working,
dedicated, patient, and good natured. You will also be able to develop these
qualities by joining MMA classes.
Find a local mixed martial arts class in your area and sign up. A few
organizations provide free MMA trainings and you can take advantage of
that. Find classes in your area now. If you have kids who are interested in
MMA, try to encourage them more because starting at an early stage is a
good idea to become one of the best fighters. The professional instructors
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will also help in instilling the good qualities in your child as he or she grows
older.
Adults can also use the different MMA techniques as part of their
workout routines which is an excellent way to stay in shape.
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MMA – Nutrition and Fitness
The productivity of individuals can be enhanced greatly through proper
nutrition and fitness. If you indulge in active physical activities like mixed
martial arts, you will become physically fit and healthy individual. With
physical activity, nutrition, and fitness, you can live a longer life.
Since mixed martial arts involve rigorous training sessions, your body
can suffer greatly if you have poor nutrition. In order to perform well during
the trainings and in competitions, you should have adequate knowledge
about your nutritional needs. One way to find out is by consulting a doctor or
a nutritionist.
If you don’t want to end up with injuries, you should be aware of your
body’s limitations. Before starting your strength training, you should first do
warm up exercises. Try to do exercises that involve all the major muscles of
your body. Once the muscles are activated, you will have enough strength
to do intense workouts. If you do the exercises carelessly and rapidly, you
will decrease the effectiveness of the muscles and you will be more prone to
injuries. There are machines that you can use for the strength training
workouts and you can utilize them if you want.
When the body is still at rest and you exercise, you will only place extra
stress and demands to it. In this scenario, the body needs more fuel and
nutrients. The nutrients will be consumed quickly and easily. If you’re an
MMA athlete, you can’t play effectively if your body lacks proper nutrition and
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fitness. As you can see, nutrition and fitness is indeed important. How can
you determine a healthy diet from a poor one? Healthy diets usually consist
of proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and essential fats. The
training loads you get every day will require your body to have more calories.
You need to support your body with enough calories if you want to carry out
all the techniques the right way.
The time of eating is also another consideration. Before you exercise,
make sure that your stomach is not full. It’s a good idea if you eat after the
exercises so that you can replenish it with new glycogen. If you don’t eat
properly, you will not be able to perform properly on your training session. If
you are undergoing prolonged training, you should have an adequate stock
of glycogen. Each individual is unique and so does nutritional requirements.
Your nutritional requirements may be different from other individuals so
make sure that you consult a medical expert.
If you want sustained energy, try eating a salad together with some
chicken breast. Each meal should be complete with complex carbohydrates
and protein. By eating balanced meals, you can stabilize glucose; so you will
feel satisfied and energized.
Once you decide to be involved in mixed martial arts, don’t take your
health for granted. Visit your nutritionist or doctor right away. You will learn
how to eat better and how to pick the right choices of food. By eating well
balanced meals, your body will become strong and healthy. Since it is
impossible to provide your body with all the needed nutrients, you should
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take nutritional supplements but only under the supervision of medical
experts.
If you take too many supplements, you might experience side effects.
Achieve fitness and health by being involved in MMA and of course, proper
nutrition.
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The Importance of Endurance and Stamina
Do you have a personal workout routine? Whether you’re into sports
or not, you should have a workout routine. This ensures excellent health and
physical prowess. If you want to be involved in mixed martial arts, you should
prepare your body for extensive trainings and workouts. Most fighters in
MMA competitions know judo techniques, Brazilian Jujitsu, karate, aikido,
and many other forms of martial arts.
Just as the word suggests, mixed martial arts competitions allow
fighters to use various martial arts techniques and styles. Minimal rules are
followed and so there are times when the fights can get a bit bloody.
However, the modern MMA competitions are not nearly as violent as
compared to the competitions organized many years ago.
Endurance and stamina are two vital factors if you want to succeed as
an MMA fighter. As you learn many fighting techniques, you can enhance
these two qualities. Beginners often realize that their stamina is not at its best
as well as their physical condition. It was only in the 1990’s when mixed
martial art was introduced and gradually, it became popular as it is now.
Today, it is not only the men who are into MMA. You can already find women
fighting at the highest levels and even little kids learning various fighting
techniques.
People have different reasons in learning the MMA techniques and
fighting styles. While it is true that most individuals who are undergoing MMA
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training wants to compete in tournaments, there are also those who simply
want to improve their physical fitness/condition or perhaps learn how to
defend themselves; so whatever your reasons, learn MMA now.
Most fighters of MMA were able to enhance their endurance and
stamina through Jujitsu. Try to read more about Jujitsu and how it is related
to conditioning and strength. Other sports also have their own trainings to
condition their athletes. Have you already discovered your own workout
routine?
Before, mixed martial arts was very different from boxing or wrestling.
The Gracie brothers fought for as long as they want until they finally exhaust
their opponents. There wasn’t any time limit and so fighters can execute as
many fighting techniques as they want. Today, the Ultimate Fighting
Championships already divide the fights into several rounds, with each round
lasting about for 3-5 minutes. The workout routines of MMA fighters today
are already concentrated on enhancing endurance and stamina.
High altitude trainings can improve endurance and stamina. If you live
near Big Bear Lake, the one owned by Tito Ortiz, you can sign up for the
trainings there. Ortiz trains other want-to-be MMA fighters through workout
routines including high altitude trainings. What you can expect from the
training sessions given by Ortiz? Well, you can gain 10-20 pounds, increase
strength by about 40%, remove excess body fat, and enhance your speed.
Aside from that, you will also learn about proper nutrition and low fat diets,
programs to improve muscles rapidly, and strength workouts.
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You can also find a local training MMA location in your area if you’re
far from Big Bear Lake. Find qualified instructors and learn from them. In no
time, you can already see huge improvements in your endurance and
stamina. Start your training now so that you can already make your own
workout routine.
By doing the workout, eating healthy, and learning various fighting
techniques, you can surely win many mixed martial arts competitions.
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Training for a Mixed Martial Arts Fight
Since its mixed martial arts, it includes several skill sets. A fighter can
be the jack of all trades but still, a master of only one or two skills. One
participant can be more adept in kicks while the other may be a master in
boxing. On the other hand, wrestlers bring out another kind of environment
in the arena. A mixed martial artist who achieves success in defeating his
opponents, is the one who is well-trained in all areas of the competition.
Through learning the different skills and being familiar with it, one can easily
counter or attack with ease whatever the technique may be.
Training is one of the most important tools one can carry when entering
the ring/cage/mat. The fighter must possess discipline and a positive outlook
than can give him the extra strength he needs when the competition is
already at its exhausting part. Below are some tips on how to effectively
perform techniques without getting injured.
Tip 1 – Identify strengths and weaknesses
As a professional fighter, you must know the areas where you are
lacking and need more improvement. Spend some time to think about your
strengths and further improve them, whereas regarding your weaknesses,
figure them out and try to work on them. Before knowing the different
varieties of skills you must first be able to identify certain weak points. If you
have problems with your endurance, gradually condition your heart and body
to provide you with better endurance. If you are not aware of your
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weaknesses, ask someone who has seen you fight or train; a trainer
perhaps.
Tip 2 – Focus on strength exercises
This will make your muscles and body endure a majority of the attacks
usually aimed at vulnerable parts like the abdomen. Focusing on strength
exercises doesn’t necessarily mean you have to build a bulk. Gaining too
much muscle will put you into a higher weight class or level which may lead
to a more difficult bout. It will get worse if you are not conditioned properly
due to lesser chances of gaining dominance over your opponents. In terms
of weight lifting, you could go for fast repetitions using lighter weights
compared to using heavier ones which will cause you to build up.
Tip 3 – Anaerobic activities do you good
Practicing anaerobic activities will contribute much in establishing your
stamina. No matter how skillful a fighter is if his stamina dries out, he won’t
last much longer. There are certain matches wherein the judges’ scores are
not allowed. With cases like this, it is a do or die match. The longer a
participant can fight; the better chances they will win. Through the usage of
machines or performing exercises like running or jogging, it helps increases
a person’s endurance.
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Tip 4 – ROM exercise is a must
Range-of-motion (ROM) exercises should be included in your daily
routine workout to be able to attain more flexibility and let you avoid self-
inflicting injuries. If in sessions you have overused your feet in kicking, set
some cycling hours for your legs to go on simultaneously.
Tip 5 – Maintain safety
There are certain exercises that test an athlete’s capability to the limits.
As much as possible, avoid such exercises for it may do you more harm than
good. If you’re hobby is to climb mountains or rush through waves on your
surfboard, avoid it most especially if an anticipated mixed martial arts event
is coming and you are one of its fighters.
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Winning Tactics in MMA
Aside from the different skills that you have to know and practice as a
fighter, to be able to win the battle, you must out-wit, out-fight and outlast
your opponent. These are three simple, self-achieving tasks that one must
earnestly know in order to survive mixed martial arts. Through utilizing wise
strategies an athlete having little skills can have better chances of winning
when going up against an experienced fighter using only brawn for battle.
Some of the winning tactics used in MMA are obvious ones but are usually
neglected by those who think they are already good enough to reach the
championships.
Any fighter can beat his opponent if he only knows how to use the
different techniques used in MMA. The instructions provided are easier said
than done - therefore pay attention and see to it that the said details are
retained somewhere in your mind.
Observe your opponent
Before going into battle with someone, you must first observe his every
move. Scout him. Every fighter possesses certain strengths and weaknesses
which gives you the perfect opportunity to know what the weakness is. Some
of the experienced fighters fail to work on their weaknesses. Instead, they
focus more on their favorable strengths. By knowing your opponent’s
weakness, you can use it as a target and practice on it. By knowing his
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strength, it will be much easier for you to formulate a plan on how to counter
every move.
Expect the unexpected
Just because you have thought of it doesn’t mean that your opponent
hasn’t. If you have plans on scouting your opponent’s techniques, there is a
big chance that he will scout on your angles, just like what you’ve done.
When an opponent scouts you and finds out your secrets, that could be the
beginning of your downfall. Therefore, it is not only important to asses
somebody else but also yourself. Look back on certain fights that you have
conquered or those wherein you almost made it. Point out areas where you
have miscalculated your moves which paved the way to your opponent’s
victory.
Be prepared
No matter how easy or difficult an upcoming fight seems, make sure
that you are well prepared for it. Try to figure out a universal tactic aimed to
counter any kind of attack. Plan ahead. If you know for once that you are
carved for that one particular fight, then make sure that you don’t enter the
ring over confident. Attack your opponent’s weaknesses with your best laid
plan.
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Probe
Before heating up the fight, try to do a little probing. At the start of every
round, give yourself a couple of seconds to figure out how your opponent
reacts to a jab or kick. Pick out every single detail that may reveal your
opponent’s fight strategy. If you plan to hit your target with a rapid knock out,
make sure that your strike will actually hurt him. Probing is like warming up
in exercises.
Win the fight
Go out the arena and make yourself win the fight of your life. A lot of
mixed martial arts matches last a bit long, though there are some that end
up with a knockout. Don’t put your bet on achieving knock out. If the fight
lasts longer than you expected, you have to think about different tactics and
opportunities to gain the victory.
That is how mixed martial arts stay afloat. Now, go out there and win
the fight.
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