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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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The Strangest MMA Coaches of All-Time
These are the five weirdest coaches in MMA history.
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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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6 Celebrities Who Train Muay Thai
As Muay Thai grows internationally, celebrities have slowly been practicing and promoting the sport. Here are 6 celebrities you didn't know were Nak Muays...
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The Most Dangerous BJJ Techniques
Discover the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques that are too dangerous for the training room and competitions - even at the highest levels.
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Optimal Combat @ Bolton Thai Boxing's Fight Night
The Optimal Combat team were invited to an incredible event in Bolton, hosted by none other than the legend of UK Muay Thai, Sandy Holt!
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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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How to Prevent Injuries and Promote Recovery for Muay Thai
Follow these steps to prevent injuries and recover faster to keep your training consistent.
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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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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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