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The 5 Best Calisthenic Exercises For Martial Arts
These 5 calisthenics exercises are essential for your next strength and conditioning session!
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Can You Be a Fighter Without Sparring?
It's a question that, surprisingly, gets asked a lot. But can you actually become a professional fighter without sparring?
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3 Reasons Why You Should Compete in 2024
While many of our new years resolutions probably won't stick, competing in your chosen martial art in 2024 is the most important resolution for the coming...
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Nasal Breathing is The Secret to Doubling Your Cardio
Discover why Nasal Breathing is the secret to unlocking your cardio potential, and learn how to implement it in your training.
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Post-Competition Recovery: Taking Care of Your Body and Mind
These essential aspects of post-competition recovery will help get you back in the ring as soon as possible
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Bulletproofing: How to Prevent Injuries in Martial Arts
Every martial artists knows injuries suck, especially in our joints. But there are exercises to strengthen the joints and prevent these irritating hur...
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5 Powerful Methods to Increase Your Cardio for Martial Arts
Want to have fun while improving your cardio, we've got you covered.
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Why Hip Thrusts Are THE Most Important Exercise for Martial Arts
Learn why the hip thrust is THE best exercise to include in your strength and conditioning sessions, regardless of your chosen martial arts discipline...
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How to Know When You're Ready for Your First Competition
It's always hard to know when you're truly ready for your first comp, but here are some general guidelines to help you know.
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5 Important Things to Remember Before Your First Competition
Get ready for your debut competition with these vital pre-match pointers. From mental readiness to effective preparation, ace your first showdown!
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Discover the Hidden Secret to Smashing Your First Competition
Knowing this one secret will help you dominate your first competition!
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Why Running is Overrated for Martial Arts Cardio
We all know running sucks. But the good news is there's far better ways to improve your cardio for competitions!
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The 7 Best Compound Exercises for Your Strength & Conditioning Sessions
These 7 exercises NEED to be in your next S&C session!
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How to Overcome Pre-Fight Nerves in Martial Arts
Unlock these simple methods guarunteed to help you overcome your pre-fight nerves!
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