What is 52 Blocks? There is a lot of mystery surrounding the term “52 Blocks”, (a.k.a. 52 Hand Blocks, Jailhouse Rock (JHR), Jailhouse Boxing and the Bumrush) and for good reason. Its origins are not exactly mainstream and it still resides primarily in a sub-culture within a sub-culture. Ever heard of Mother Dear, Fat Cat, [...]
What Type of Fight? There are some key points to consider when learning how to throw a knockout punch. Firstly – what is the situation? Is it a street fight? A boxing match. A mixed martial arts (MMA) fight? All of these have to be taken into consideration separately. Also, a knockout punch is different to [...]
Throws are integral to MMA and are used in a variety of ways. Simplicity is the key as the opponent may strike, clinch or perform a takedown at any time. UNDER HOOK THROW With this throw the fighter applies an under hook with one hand and holds the opponent’s wrist with the other. The fighter [...]
For the single or double-leg takedown to be effective, it is important to be within arm’s length of the opponent and with a correct set-up. The success rate also increases when the move is combined with strikes. When going in for the move, the hands remain up until the head has made contact with the [...]
A good defence against takedowns is essential for fighters who are more vulnerable on the ground, for example grapplers and strikers. Takedown defence principle The basic defence principle is the same for all takedowns: step aside and avoid contact by deflecting the opponent with a push. This also puts them off balance and provides the [...]
Any time both competitors are on the floor with the fighter on top in between their opponent’s legs, this can be referred to as being in the guard top position. Using this position, the fighter can hit with both their hands or elbows. The opponent in the guard bottom position will either make an effort [...]
In the guard bottom position a martial artist may throw strikes, but because they cannot put their body mass behind them it’s improbable they’ll be a danger or produce a knockout. Nevertheless, this position is useful for submission moves or sweeps. The opponent should either be held well away or extremely near; anything in between [...]
A half guard (or half mount) is when two rivals are on the floor yet only one of the fighter’s legs is in between their opponent’s legs. The competitor that is not on their back is referred to as being in the top position and has several choices, though their primary goal is to attain [...]
It is crucial for the mma fighter to swiftly escape this situation because they will probably be hit by their adversary and they themselves possess restricted strike possibilities. The martial artist wants to move around as much as feasible to put their challenger off balance and also to develop the possiblility to embrace new positions. [...]
In the side control position the mma fighter sets their body on top of their opponent’s whilst securing their arms about their neck. To work, the fighter should press their body weight down on to their adversary while lowering their hips to the ground. It is a transition position since to implement effective punches the [...]
Properly implementing the back position results in probably the most dominating situations in Mixed martial arts because there is very little the adversary can carry out in defence. The opponent will consequently attempt everything never to be trapped in this manner. Turtle to back position The mma fighter initially secures the turtle position by lowering [...]
If the fighter’s back is attacked they are at a disadvantage and for that reason ought to break free immediately. Escaping the turtle position through standing up A fighter in the turtle position with their adversary implementing an under hook body lock counters the move through coming up on to one and then both feet. [...]
The fighting style that a martial artist or boxer adopts is established by several variables. His or her build, height, temperament and character will be important in the continuing development of their bodily and mental abilities. For example a tall, lean, rangy fighter is not likely to decide on a crouching, brawling technique in his [...]
Points are scored in boxing by landing punches using the knuckle area of the glove on an opponent’s target area. The target region is the front of the head and the body above the belt. Punches landing on upper limbs will not count. A landing strike has to be directed with plenty of power for [...]
There are a million ways of approaching a bench press workout. Obviously I’m not going to deal with all of them here but I will describe a few ways you can incorporate this exercise into a training programme to achieve certain goals. The first thing we’ll look at is using the bench press as a [...]
How is alcohol and ibuprofen dangerous? Virtually all among us know the perils of combining alcohol with other drugs such as Anticonvulsants (Valproic acid, carbamazepine, lamotrigine, etc.). Although the dosage directions on pain relief tablets provide warnings relating to their use together with the using of alcoholic drinks, a lot of people do not take [...]
Strength stamina training is a completely variable way of training, as the routines can be chosen to target those systems that demand more training. A workout typically consists of the initial series of warm up moves, followed by conducting as many repetitions as possible in a certain time period (or a fixed number of reps) [...]
Strength stamina training is a fast paced exercise programme that alternates between strength and aerobic movements. The aerobic factor raises the heartbeat, and helps to maintain a constant energy output, before you do some strengthening work. You may have undertaken circuit training and not have realised it, quite possibly at a fitness center or as [...]
The Kettlebell swing focuses on numerous lower body muscles, but is usually employed to tone the glutes, thighs and hamstrings. It’s also a superb warm-up move at the start of any resistance training session to get the blood flowing into the targeted muscles. If you need to increase the size of your glutes and hamstrings, [...]
The Kettlebell swing is a superb exercise if you want to target the fast twitch fibres of the glutes and quadriceps. Perform it the right way, and your increased strength and size will spur you on. A circuit typically comprises a group of stations, laid out in some kind of sequence. A different sort of [...]
All circuits are comprised of three components. Exercise movements: free weights, body weight, speed, power, or sport based (such as punching drills). Repetitions: ordinarily in the higher ranges (12-50) to increase lactic build up, but lower and medium rep ranges (or a fusion of all three) are great for weightloss and building muscles. Rest intervals: [...]
A standard feature in circuit training, the Kettlebell swing is a good lower body movement for building the leg muscles and hamstrings and traps. You will need a little bit of practice, but once you get the hang of it, you will see good gains. Circuits traditionally encompass exercising with resistance machines, punch bags, swimming [...]
The lower body muscles utilized in this exercise are very important for good body symmetry, which means this move complements virtually all fitness goals very well. An excess of training for the legs and hamstrings can produce muscle imbalances, but this exercise allows you establish a well rounded appearance and balance out the lower body [...]
The lower body muscle groups included in this exercise are very important for good stability in additional exercises, which means this move supplements almost all health and fitness objectives nicely. The thigh muscles are made use of in scores of different physical exercises but if you intend to seriously develop them, include this exercise in [...]