MMA is a full contact combat sport that allows a wide variety of fighting techniques, from a mixture of martial arts traditions and non-traditions, to be used in competitions. The rules allow the us of striking and grappling techniques, both while standing and on the ground (Wikipedia). I am hopelessly addicted to watching the UFC and WEC. I started watching it a few years ago and was amazed at the fighters styles and techniques. Then I discovered what they do to get in shape for a fight. Just by looking at any MMA fighter you can tell that they are in good shape, ripped muscles, little body fat, and incredible abilities. But what is behind it all, what do they actually do when they workout?
Watching an episode of The Ultimate Fighter will give you just a glimpse. But watch this video of Brock Lesnar a former Wrestling champion now MMA champion's workout.
Some common exercises include:
- Single-leg step push-off
- Single-leg dumbbell or kettle bell dead lift
- Pull ups
- Medicine ball throws and tosses
- Boxing
- Grappling
- Wrestling
- Running uphill
- Specialized push ups
- Heavy bag tosses
- Wind resistant bike
- Sledge hammer exercise
- Bear crawls
- Tire pushes
- Wood chop
- Snorkel training
- And countless others
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I love watching UFC. Its alot more exciting then watching just boxing or wrestling, because mixed martial arts combine everything. I didnt know that there were that many moves/ techniques they could use. Great blog and hopefully this sport will become more popular in the future.
ReplyDeleteNice post. All guys love UFC. Lot of information. Cool.
ReplyDeleteUFC sometimes grosses my out becuase of the blood but other thank that they are very talented! nice blog!
ReplyDeleteI agree with James, I love the UFC. A fight can go either way and it can end by knockout, decision, tapout, or by stoppage. It keeps you guessing. I love watching and comparing the wrestling techniques of each fighter. There are also the matchup that are interesting, for example when you have a jiu-jitsu artist fighting a strong wrestler or kickboxer!!
ReplyDeleteI love watching the MMA and am getting into fighting myself. The time and dedication that it takes to be that well round and versed in many martial art forms is something not many people can do.
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