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Category: Training

  • Advanced Gym Etiquette Tips

    So Mr. Patrick and I were training at a new spot to get him ready to do battle with Daniel Roberts at UFC 129…

    [Ninja is a tough guy and we’re going to be 100% ready for him come April 30th.]

    Anyway, the reason we changed training venues is because I wanted to do some specific things this camp and they have the equipment to facilitate these things – Olympic platforms and an indoor track – which we don’t have at our regular facility.

    And here’s the funny thing that happened when we were doing Pullups on a bar attached to a Power Cage…

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  • Lean Hybrid Muscle RELOADED

    This is a copy of a recent email I sent…

    If you got this email, you can disregard this post!

    Otherwise…

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  • BIOMECH Breakdown: Anderson Silva’s Front Kick

    Watching Anderson Silva’s front kick knockout of Vitor Belfort at UFC 126 almost made my head explode.

    He’s by far the most versatile and unpredictable striker in MMA history, proven by knocking opponents out with different weapons, such as:

    • Forrest Griffin by straight right punch from his pocket while backpedaling
    • Chris Leben setup by straight punches and finished with a knee
    • Rich Franklin twice predominantly by knees in the clinch
    • James Irvin by straight right after catching a right kick from Irvin
    • Nate Marquardt by right hands while Nate was on the ground on his back

    OK so maybe looking at that it looks like Silva definitely likes his straight right hand.

    But still, the various circumstances and situations in which he uses all of his weapons is unparalleled in the sport, not to mention his ability to evade strikes through matrix-like head and body movement.

    Knowing that the front kick is going to be the talk of the MMA universe, I figured I’d take a closer look into Silva’s technique on a biomechanical level.

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  • FLOW MMA Barbell Complex

    I first revealed this awesome MMA training workout in 2009, so I figured I’d share it again with you guys, since there have been a lot more people following my blog and newsletter since then!

    Check it out first, then make sure to get the full details below the video:

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  • 2 Kettlebell Exercise for KO Power and a Shredded Core!

    I love experimenting with new exercises and when I was in the gym the other day messing around I came up with these 2 new dandies: the Kettlebell Side Plank and Swing and the Plank Saw.

    Both are core exercises that target rotational stability – upping your striking power and especially targeting and strengthening your obliques and deep core muscles such as the multifidus and transverse abdominis.

    Check out the video, pay attention to the form cues, give the exercises a go then let me know what you think:

     

    For more unique KB exercises that will give you core power for MMA, check out the link below:

     

  • Prinicples of Efficient Training

    Efficiency is a word I love.

    I define it as getting the job done with as little time and energy output as possible.

    I mean, if you can get your desired result with 30 minutes of work, why spend 60 minutes of work?

    The old saying, “Work smarter, not harder” is pretty good advice, but is trumped by, “Work smarter, and hard.”

    So sharpen your saw AND saw with all of your effort…

    As a mixed martial artist, you should love efficiency too, for numerous important reasons, which we’ll get to shortly.

    But first, I’ve got a somewhat embarrassing story to share…

    If you get easily grossed out or are weak of stomach, you may want to skip this post.

    Otherwise, the story I’m about to share illustrates an important lesson.

    Still with me?

    OK – let’s have at it…

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  • MMA Bodyweight Circuit Workout to PEAK!

    It just so happens I’m training a fighter for a fight that’s 3 weeks away and we’re in the midst of the Peaking phase, so to follow up on the article I just posted, here’s a video to see what a peaking workout for conditioning is all about.

    For those of you who have my Ultimate MMA S&C program, you probably recognize this circuit. It’s a slight variation of my NRG System Bodyweight Complex.

    BTW I shot this on my iPhone with an app that makes it look like it’s from the 70’s – this is not some rare footage from old-school training LOL.

    Enjoy and let me know what you think:

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    If you wanna know EXACTLY how to integrate this type of workout in terms of volume, frequency, combined with strength training to get the BEST results possible, I highly suggest you follow the link below:

    Any questions or Comments hit me up below and hit that funky ‘Like’ button for me too, the Karma gods will reward you. 🙂

    Thanks and have a good one!

    Eric

  • How to Taper to Be a Monster For Your Fight

    I recently got a question from a reader asking me, "Should I stop lifting a week before my fight?"

    In short, the answer is a resounding ‘YES’!

    But that’s the kind of answer you get when you ask a simple question.

    A more complex (and better) question would be, "How do I alter my training to maximize my ability to perform at my best in my fight in the week or two leading up to it?"

    Well ask and you shall receive!

    OK so I’m talking to myself right now, I’d better stop and just get on with it before they take me away…

    Here are some KEY pointers on how to alter your training to be at your best so when you step into the cage you’re at your physical peak.

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  • Jeff Joslin’s MMA QuickStart Training Program

    My good friend, coach, BJJ Black Belt, ex-UFC fighter and all-around cool dude Jeff ‘The Inferno’ Joslin just released his brand-new MMA QuickStart Training program.

    He’s got the typical long web page that makes your eyes go numb while reading them (I’m guilty of it too, sorry), so I decided to shoot a quick video where I interrogate him about the program and get him to tell you exactly what it’s all about.

    Check it out here, then go to www.MMAQuickStart.net to grab it while it’s still on sale (and if you’re a VIP subscriber to my newsletter, a special freebie).

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    http://www.MMAQuickStart.net

  • 5 Minute Foam Rolling Routine

    Just a follow up to my previous post where I showed you how to make your own PVC roller…

    Here’s a 5 minute routine that you can do along with me – gets kinks out in all the places the body tends to hold kinks!

    If you’ve never rolled before, you’ll definitely want to do it on a softer roller before going the way of the PVC…

    But after a month or two on the regular foam roller it’ll be time to step up.

    Either way, here’s the vid – try it out and let me know what you think:

    As always, your Comments and questions are appreciated, so leave them below, as well, hit the ‘Like’ button if you like healthy tissues!