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Core Training for MMA: The 4 Jobs Every Fighter’s Core Must Do

Core training for MMA is one of the most misunderstood pieces of fight prep. Ev

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Upper Body Workout for Fighters and Grapplers

by Corey Beasley

Upper Body Workout for FightersWhen I am designing workouts for fighters, I have to consider t...

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A-Z Guide for Using Battling Ropes to Improve Your Conditioning: Exercises, Circuits and Workouts

by Corey Beasley

Battling Ropes were developed by John Brookfield and quickly be...

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How to Use a Bulgarian Bag: Complete Guide for Combat Athletes (Updated July 2026)

Updated July 2026

How to use a Bulgarian bag comes down to mastering three fundam...

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Simple and Effective Heavy Bag Workout for Fighters

By Brett Bartholomew

It's easy to get bored with traditional heavy bag workouts....

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Crawling Drills for Fighters: Where They Fit in Your Week

A fighter’s week is already full. Sparring, pads, mat time, strength work, and w...

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11 Natural Ways to Boost Testosterone Levels: Enhance Performance and Well-being

In the quest for athletic excellence, many athletes are tempted to turn to artif...

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Cardio for MMA: 3 Types of Conditioning Fighters Need

Ask a hundred fighters what beat them in their last fight, and most of them wil

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6 Exercises to Develop Mobile, Stable, Strong, and Healthy Shoulders

 Part 1 of a 3-Part Series On Injury Prevention:  Healthy Shoulders

by Doug Balz...

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