How to Successfully Defend a Roundhouse Kick There are basic MMA techniques that you can use to defend a roundhouse kick from even the most skilled opponents. You can use your legs and hands (when appropriate). A key point to remember is that using your hands to block kicks below your waist may force your… Read more »
All great MMA fighters understand, to some degree, the basics behind a solid takedown. This is why you should participate in MMA drills that are going to help you become proficient in this area. Note that there are dozens and dozens of takedowns that you can use to become a better fighter, which range from… Read more »
Mastering the Jab, Cross, and Hook in Your Standup Game If you were to take a look at all of the best MMA fighters- from George St. Pierre to Anderson Silva- you will notice one thing they all have in common: excellent standup game. Some of the best MMA techniques that you can master as… Read more »
In MMA, there’s no doubt that fighting a bigger, stronger opponent can be quite the challenge. Remember that just because two fighters weigh roughly the same, doesn’t mean that one of them isn’t stronger, taller, or bigger than the other. If you are a fighter with a smaller build and figure, use the following MMA… Read more »
The Importance of Shadow Boxing in MMA Despite what you’ve been led to believe, one of the most important MMA techniques that you can apply during training is shadow boxing. Visualizing how a fighting scenario would play out is important as it trains your mind how to react to certain situations. When practicing, it is… Read more »
Top MMA Submissions That Work In MMA, submissions are just as important as your standup and clinch game. If you can’t submit opponents then you are really limiting your offensive repertoire. While you don’t necessarily need to become an expert grappler to use these MMA techniques, learning them will take your skills to the next… Read more »
Many people tend to think of turning to something like kickboxing is strictly for a fitness regimen, but it can serve well for self defense purposes as well. Before kickboxing hit the mainstream as a way of getting fit, losing weight, and building muscle, it was certainly around for self defense. As a matter of… Read more »
To be a well-rounded standup fighter, you need to be just as good on the defensive end of your MMA techniques as you are on the offensive end. Solid defensive skills can discourage opponents, as well as build up opportunities to strike when you see an opening. In the following sections, you will learn about… Read more »
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