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Podcast EP27: Roxanne Modafferi about MMA Training, Continuing to Improve, Tryouts for The Ultimate Fighter, and More
In this podcast episode I talk with Roxanne Modafferi, MMA fighter and TUF standout, about
The differences between M...
Podcast EP26: Perspectives on BJJ Drilling – An Interview with SBG’s Steve Whittier
Steve Whittier from SBG East Coast is a cool guy. He manages to combine both thoughtful analyses and controversial op...
What’s the Best Conditioning for BJJ?
I often get asked about the best kind of conditioning for BJJ and MMA.
People want to know what’s better: running vs ...
Podcast EP22: Adam Singer on Modern MMA Training and Competition
Stephan: I’m here today with my friend, Adam Singer, who runs The HardCore Gym in Athens, Georgia. He is probably be...
More On Concussions in MMA
Last week I published my contentious, ‘Does MMA Make You Stupid‘ article. Since then there have been a few more devel...
Podcast EP15: Burton Richardson on Training and Performing under Pressure
Stephan’s note: today I interview Burton Richardson who has spent decades researching the training methods that make ...
Counter vs. Opponent Catching your Kick
In MMA a sharp striker can sometimes counter a determined grappler. But to do this they have to know how to mix thei...
Takedown and Neck Crank vs. Thai Kick
Photos and explanation that show the transition from Blocked Thai Kick to a takedown and neck crank.
Clinch to Inside Trip to Heel Hook vs. Punching
Closing the gap in MMA can be the most dangerous part of the fight. Sometimes throwing fake strikes allows you to ge...
Sprawl Counter vs. Double Leg Tackle
If you try a sloppy takedown in MMA you could end up paying a hefty price. Here’s how your takedown gone wrong might...
Double Leg Shoot vs. Right Cross
A lot of MMA fights have been won by someone shooting a double leg takedown just as their opponent throws a big right...
Sport Specific Training for MMA (Mixed Martial Arts)
An article by Ryan Pratt
(www.royharris.com)
The whole MMA game has evolved quite a bit from the early days. It is no...