MMA

Out in the real world, there are no rules, whistles, or bells to save you.

When it comes to training, uniqueness and effectiveness don't often overlap.

These are the most common mistakes I see in fighters' strength training plans, and my suggestions for fixing them.

Training this way will help you get past being a "first round hero" and give you energy in later rounds.

From finding the calm in chaos to learning how to roll with the punches, martial arts will make you a stronger person.

This 12-week program focuses on flexibility training to improve mobility and enhance performance in the ring.

In BJJ, we are not mixing different martial arts - we are mixing multiple energy systems.

This cycle of MMA/BJJ workouts is a well-rounded strength and conditioning plan for the MMA and BJJ athlete that leaves plenty of time and energy for mat time and skills work.

Twelve reader favorites from the past week and from the archives, curated to save you time and bring you happiness.

Build a good base of work capacity and strength by manipulating volume and intensity in the early off-season.

Twelve reader favorites from the past week and from the archives, curated to save you time and bring you happiness.

It’s much more fun to hit than get hit, but learning how to take a punch is vital to your success as a martial artist.

There are a few key ways to prepare for your competition to maximize your enjoyment and results during the event.

I travel for work, so I visit a lot of different BJJ clubs. Here's how to find a good place and plan ahead.

Choosing the correct competitive weight class in boxing involves factors unique to the sport.

Getting better at BJJ comes down to one thing - being able to train consistently for a long period of time. But this doesn't mean training TOO much.

A look into the violence - on and off the field - of football, boxing, and mixed martial arts. Why it happens and how we can stop it.