The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Training Guide: Techniques for Fitness, Self Defense, and Competition

Authors: Plyler, Danny & Seibert, Chad
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
BISAC/Subject: SPO027000
ISBN: 9781440307836, Related ISBNs: 1440307830, 9781440307836
Classification: Non-Fiction
Number of pages: 304,
Audience: General/trade
Synopsis: A Must-Have Resource for all Warrior Athletes

Regardless 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 Guide is your all-in-one resource to peak physical conditioning, clear mental focus, increased confidence, and superior fighting skills.
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