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Kettlebell, Olympic Lifting or Powerlifting: What Combat Athletes Should Borrow

 Strength sports—Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, and kettlebell sport—are o...

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Sprint Interval Training: Building Explosive Power for Fighters

 Fighters need more than just brute strength or stamina to dominate in the ring....

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Shadowboxing for Conditioning: How to Use It as Cardio

 When it comes to cardiovascular conditioning, fighters often look to the heavy ...

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Swimming for Combat Athletes: Unlocking Full-Body Cardiovascular Conditioning

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This article covers one piece of the picture. For h

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Assessing a Fighter’s Cardio and Conditioning: Aerobic vs. Anaerobic Needs

Combat sports are all about high-intensity bursts, endurance, and recovery. Whet...

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Roadwork and Jogging: Traditional Cardio for Modern Fighters

 In today’s era of smartwatches, heart rate monitors, and cutting-edge training ...

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Resting Heart Rate: What It Means for Athletic People and How to Monitor It

 Your heart is like the engine of your body. How efficiently it runs, especially...

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The Importance of Mental Recovery: Techniques for Building Resilience and Reducing Burnout

In today's fast-paced world, the emphasis on physical recovery often overshadows...

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The Role of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training in Recovery: A Game-Changer for Injured Athletes

 In the ever-evolving world of athletic training, Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) t...

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Understanding the Role of Hormones in Recovery: Optimizing Your Body’s Natural Healing Process

 

When it comes to recovery, most people focus on rest, nutrition, and maybe som...

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The Speed of a Fight: How to be Explosive for the Entire Length of the Match

 In the heat of competition, the speed of a fight can make or break a fighter's ...

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Why Fighters Get Sick Before Competition and How to Prevent It

 As the competition date looms closer, many fighters and grapplers find themselv...

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