Author: Lloyd Irvin
We have all heard the adage “practice makes perfect.” This applies to mental skills training too. But the unique thing about training the mind is that, over a period of time the mind gets conditioned to think along particular lines, and mental preparation comes to you almost by rote, automatically without having [...]

The biggest question: To Gi or not to Gi? Some people say “it’s all the same”. Those are the same people who haven’t trained and/or fought in both settings. Gi and No-Gi are two completely different grappling games. There are pros and cons for both obviously, but we’ll notice the differences between the two first.
Differences:
The [...]

Bodyweight Training Secrets for MMA Fighters
By Johnny Grube
 
Punching, kicking, moving, ducking, and wrestling are all natural movements used in martial arts and MMA. So why is there so much focus on these new types of training methods? Lifting weights doesn’t build toughness. Using your own bodyweight builds a toughness.
Lifting weights and bulked up muscles [...]

Alot of athletes, not only for BJJ or MMA, but all sports in general, have poor nutritional habits. Nutrition is one of the biggest parts of performing well when its time, whether it’s baskeball or MMA. Pre and post workout nutrition is as vital as the workout itself, yet many people neglect their bodies. I [...]