By Jillian Bullock

When it comes to MMA training to become a top notch fighter the old way of training has become obsolete. Utilizing only basic weights, treadmills and elliptical machines have become old school. To build optimal strength and conditioning, along with the skills necessary to excl in Muay Thai, Jiu-jitsu, boxing and grappling, mixed martial artists must always look for new and different forms of exercises and equipment to aid their training skills and help them reach the next level in their fight career.

Below are some of the best pieces of equipment to help increase your strength, power, speed, agility, and endurance, along with transforming your body into an elite athlete and a MMA fighter, which will give you an edge over your opponent.

Written By: Jillian Bullock

Whether you are an amateur or professional MMA fighter there is no getting around the dedication you must have to prepare your mind and body to face off against an opponent in the ring or cage. It is no secret that mixed martial arts is one of the most demanding and challenging sports out there, and leading up to a competition takes a great deal of preparation, especially if you want to win.

When beginning you training in Mixed Martial Arts, there are a variety of items necessary for you training to go smoothly and safely. Some of the most likely MMA gear items are; gloves, shorts, rashguards, shirts, and a BJJ Gi. With new brands joining the fray every day here is a list of the top 5 items you will most likely need when beginning your MMA training.

MMA Gloves

MMA training has quickly gained popularity as a sport as well as an a fitness activity taken up by a countless number of people throughout the world. The complete physical combat activities which involves just about ever muscle in the body is as close to a complete body workout as you can come. With the grappling and striking techniques there are an endless number of variations you can add to your routines to keep things fresh and new. As its name suggests, MMA is comprised of various martial arts including; Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Wrestling, Boxing, Muay Thai, and Karate. So, let’s take a quick look into why everyone is picking MMA up in order to become a fighter or just to get into better shape.

MMA Training

A lot of athletes ask us about cardiovascular training and one great way to get the best type of training is the new tempo interval cardio training. Tempo training is a mix between LSD and HIIT and they are not the full out intensity training you are seeing a lot of these days. This lower intensity has proven to be effective in various training situations and phases of training.

For your recovery, start with a 12-15 second run, using 70-75% speed and about 60 seconds of rest in-between repetitions. These intervals are a good form of active recovery, as it activates the body’s aerobic and adaptive mechanisms with a minimum of residual fatigue. As a result, active recovery improves while performing at a low to moderate volumes.

The US Army as one of the top fighting forces in the world has strict fitness standards not only for passing basic training but also as part of on going testing to ensure a regulated high level of fitness. The US Army’s Physical Fitness Test (also known as the PFT) consists of just three basic exercises; push ups, sit ups and running.

Running Portion

So, you are looking to become a professional MMA fighter.  If you have hopes and dreams of one day fighting in the Ultimate Fighting Championships you may be asking yourself is once place to live is better than another. MMA contenders and fighters that have starred in the UFC octagon have come from all over the world, so location doesn’t have to mean you can’t get a chance, especially if you are really good and can travel. However there are of course a few factors that make where you are from or where you live better for chances of joining the cast of the next Ultimate Fighter series or getting a fight. These factors include; reputation, training and opportunity.

Where to Train In MMA?

Tried the Tacfit Warrior Program?

We wanted to see if anyone has tried the Tacfit Warrior Program.  It looks awesome since it is based around MMA training and not to mention it is done by a former Navy Seal.  We would like to hear what people have to say about this program so if you have tried it please let us know through the contact page or the comments.  Check it out here: Tacfit Warrior

1.  Striking Strength for that Knock Out Punch or Kicks

The heavy bag was actually designed for boxers to enhance their punching power. It allows for the perfect opportunity to focus on using as many muscles as possible, to ensure a punch is thrown with perfect technique, and with the greatest possible force – the bag never hits back.

2,  Improve Coordination, & Core Stability.