The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Training Guide

by Plyler, Danny

• ISBN13: 9781558708839
• ISBN10: 1558708839
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781440307836
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-10-29
• Publisher: Betterway Books

Summary

A Must-Have Resource for all Warrior AthletesRegardless of your skill or fitness level, The Ultimate Mixed Marital Arts Training Guide—with more than 300 step-by-step photographs, detailed callouts, and comprehensive instruction—is the personal trainer you need to accomplish your workout goals and sharpen your techniques. You’ll learn: Cardio and strength training exercises like mountain climber push-ups, partner closed guard sit-up reaches, and the Muay Thai scarecrow Striking and defense techniques such as the jab, cross, hook, overhand, Muay Thai knee, inner/outer thigh kick, and head kick Wrestling and countering techniques including the dirty boxing clinch, the over-under clinch, and the Muay Thai clinch Takedowns like the hip throw, shoot takedown, and single and double leg takedown Jiu-jitsu passing and escape techniques for the full mount, knee mount, closed guard, open guard, and more Winning submission moves like the arm bar, Kimura, omoplata, guillotine, ankle lock, and triangle choke Drills to improve your punching and kicking speed and accuracy Mental exercises to sharpen your focus, reduce your fears, and increase your concentration Diet and nutrition techniques the pros use to stay in top fighting condition—whether they’re in training mode or cutting weight before a match Whatever your personal fitness and fighting ambitions might be,The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Training Guideis your all-in-one resource to peak physical conditioning, clear mental focus, increased confidence, and superior fighting skills.