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  • Which Fight Camp Blueprint Do You Need? Choose a 3, 4, 6, or 12-Month Plan for Peak MMA Performance

    Which Fight Camp Blueprint Do You Need? Choose a 3, 4, 6, or 12-Month Plan for Peak MMA Performance

    Tired of wasting time on generic training routines that fail to prepare you for the rigors of fight night? Or maybe you’re faced with tons…

    March 15, 2025
  • How to Maximize Your Flexibility With Minimal Stretching

    How to Maximize Your Flexibility With Minimal Stretching

    Tired of stiff hips or tight hamstrings limiting your MMA performance? Whether you’re looking to throw higher kicks, transition fluidly on the ground, or simply…

    March 13, 2025
  • How to Structure Your MMA Fight Plan Using Periodization

    How to Structure Your MMA Fight Plan Using Periodization

    Are you tired of generic training programs that fail to prepare you for fight day? Or perhaps you’re a coach looking for a science-backed system…

    February 4, 2025
  • Fighting Smarter, Not Harder: The Scientific Edge in MMA Training

    Fighting Smarter, Not Harder: The Scientific Edge in MMA Training

    Tired of receiving the wrong training information—or “good” info that doesn’t match your unique MMA needs? If so, you’re not alone. Most fighters grapple with…

    January 13, 2025
  • How To Avoid Overtraining in MMA

    How To Avoid Overtraining in MMA

    Are you pushing yourself too hard in training, but still not seeing results? Overtraining can creep up on you, derailing fight prep and increasing injury…

    December 12, 2024
  • The Most Important Energy System in MMA

    The Most Important Energy System in MMA

    Are you tired of vague, one-size-fits-all advice on which energy system truly drives success in the cage? Mixed martial arts is unique—fights can last up…

    April 12, 2024
  • Choosing the right training load and repetitions

    Choosing the right training load and repetitions

    Are you tired of conflicting advice on how much weight to lift and how many reps to perform? If you’re pushing your body the wrong…

    March 22, 2024
  • How to Peak in 3 Months – The 90-Day Fight Camp Blueprint

    How to Peak in 3 Months – The 90-Day Fight Camp Blueprint

    Are You 3 Months Out from a Fight? Do you have a 90-day window before stepping into the cage? Are you worried about cramming enough…

    January 10, 2024
  • The Fighter’s Edge: Exploring Bioenergetics in MMA Training

    The Fighter’s Edge: Exploring Bioenergetics in MMA Training

    Many fighters struggle with incomplete or misleading programs that fail to account for the complex bioenergetics demands of Mixed Martial Arts. In a sport where…

    November 19, 2023
  • Unlock Your Full MMA Potential: How Goal Setting Transforms Fighters

    Unlock Your Full MMA Potential: How Goal Setting Transforms Fighters

    Are you tired of generic MMA training plans that fail to elevate your skills in the cage? If you’re searching for a proven system to…

    October 5, 2023
  • How Much Rest Should I Take Between Sets?

    How Much Rest Should I Take Between Sets?

    Sick of random training advice that leaves you guessing how long to rest between sets? Or maybe you’ve tried popular methods, only to find they…

    August 2, 2023
  • How many sets should I train with?

    How many sets should I train with?

    Tired of vague advice on how many sets to do for each exercise? If you’re a fighter, coach, or fitness enthusiast looking for practical, science-based…

    May 23, 2023
  • How often should MMA fighters lift (And How to Choose The Right  Load & Repetitions

    How often should MMA fighters lift (And How to Choose The Right Load & Repetitions

    Are you tired of conflicting advice about how often you should lift, or what weight and rep range you need for optimal MMA performance? If…

    January 7, 2023
  • How to Order Resistance Exercises (and Choose the Right Load & Reps) for MMA

    How to Order Resistance Exercises (and Choose the Right Load & Reps) for MMA

    Are you tired of confusing advice on how to sequence your resistance exercises—and how to pick the right weight and rep range to match your…

    November 17, 2022
  • Essential Resistance Training Exercises for MMA Fighters

    Essential Resistance Training Exercises for MMA Fighters

    Are you tired of bad training advice or exercises that don’t translate to real fight performance? It’s no secret that MMA demands a unique blend…

    August 19, 2022
  • How Muscles Work

    How Muscles Work

    In this article we’re going to cover how muscles work.  Understanding the structure of muscles and how they work is important because if you know…

    May 5, 2022
  • How to Use Sport-Specific Performance Testing to Guide Your Progress

    How to Use Sport-Specific Performance Testing to Guide Your Progress

    Many MMA athletes face the same problem—uncertain whether their training plan is effective, balanced, or focused on the right priorities. That’s why incorporating a sport-specific…

    January 17, 2022
  • Anaerobic & Aerobic Performance Testing

    Anaerobic & Aerobic Performance Testing

    Many fighters face the same challenge: they want to optimize their cardio, strength, and explosive power, but they aren’t sure where to start or who…

    September 10, 2021
  • Boost Your MMA Performance: Testing Muscular Endurance the Right Way

    Boost Your MMA Performance: Testing Muscular Endurance the Right Way

    Many fighters and coaches struggle with routines that overlook key elements like muscular endurance. In MMA, a single round can demand multiple bursts of sustained…

    August 13, 2021
  • Building Real MMA Strength: Practical Tests for Bench Press and Squat

    Building Real MMA Strength: Practical Tests for Bench Press and Squat

    If you’ve been hunting for a reliable way to measure and improve your MMA strength, you’re not alone. Many fighters and coaches struggle with generic…

    April 19, 2021
  • Measuring Muscular Power for MMA

    Measuring Muscular Power for MMA

    In a sport like MMA—where kicks, takedowns, and strikes all require explosive movement—knowing your true power capacity is crucial. This article walks you through two…

    April 12, 2021
  • How to Peak in 3 Months – The 90-Day Fight Camp Blueprint

    How to Peak in 3 Months – The 90-Day Fight Camp Blueprint

    Do you have a 90-day window before stepping into the cage? Are you worried about cramming enough training to reach peak condition—without burning yourself out?…

    April 12, 2021
  • Simple Testing Methods for Peak Performance

    Simple Testing Methods for Peak Performance

    Many athletes and coaches wrestle with conflicting information about conditioning, strength, and endurance. Without a proper testing program, it’s hard to pinpoint what’s really working.…

    April 12, 2021
  • How to Track Body Size & Composition for Smarter MMA Training

    How to Track Body Size & Composition for Smarter MMA Training

    Your body size and composition can make a huge difference in the cage. In this article, you’ll learn how to measure key metrics like weight,…

    April 2, 2021
  • The 4-Month MMA Conditioning Blueprint

    The 4-Month MMA Conditioning Blueprint

    Are you working with 120 days before your next big fight or competition? Feeling uncertain about how to structure your conditioning so you don’t gas…

    April 2, 2021
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