Boxing, Kickboxing, and MMA

I saw a YouTube video of this MMA fighter doing some home exercises--it was intense, he was using PVC pipe for push-ups and leg props for rope work. He had a set of ropes hanging from the ceiling, it was impressive. I want to incorporate some of his style of home workouts into my program (for when I can't get to the gym). Do any of you guys use any home training methods similar (I'm going try and fine the video),

 

Thanks, I'm going ahead in my business plan to incoporate MMA as an program that will be separate from the more traditional classes of martial arts. In fact, my school will cover a diverse program set. I will someday share that with you.

 

not really...not really into the caveman/use-whatever-you-got training

having mma/submission grappling will probably help, since more and more people are watching mma events

the karate offering where I go is pretty new, and is currently open to kids and teens. I need a striking skillset, so I'll probably go into mma or karate if they offer early classes

 

For someone your size and age I recommend either krav maga, muy thai, or kajukenbo maybe sambo. Karate is too traditionally linear and stiff for a guy like you. You're a big body builder type and need fluidity and you're not as flexible as you were probably ten years ago. Just my two cents.

 

I'm still flexible and that helps with bjj. Being able to pull off bridges, sweeps and submissions require a certain degree of elasticity. A coworker recommended muay Thai because of my reach, and the bjj coach says having long legs also helps with catching people in submissions. That's part of the reason I want to keep my weight down and avoid heavyweight divisions, where I would be a smaller guy.

 

Yeah but traditional martial arts have a lot of things you won't ever need like a spinning hook or back kick or an axe kick or even a side kick. You need an art like muy thai thats all about roundhouses and front kicks and a lot of knees. How much do you weigh?

 

I walk around at 213, but I have been down to 200-205 before. Don't let my old photos fool you...I can be lanky when I want, or bulky if I just want to pose for these broads.

I'd really like to thai box, but they have zero afternoon shit. I'm trying to see if they can start something up.

 

opening and maintaining a school is a different animal of its own. On one hand, you have to work hard and train your ass off to become a reputable fighter, worthy of a strong group of students. On the other hand, you have to look at whats popular and effective, and try to woo potential clients with it. I've seen that myself all around Philly, with traditional taekwon-do studios offering jiu-jitsu instruction. You don't want to become another 'mcdojo,' handing out blue belts to anyone that forks over 40 bucks, but at the same time you don't want to have standards that only a fucking super saiyan ninja can achieve.

Maxercise has been around for a long time here, while other schools (even some bearing the famous Gracie name) have only lasted a few short years. You have to have a strong business model.

 

Damn for 6'2 that's light kid but good for bjj kind of like Jim Jones. I wish I could train dudes. I'm too old to get into the fighting aspect but I'd love to pass on what I know.

 

im 29, so it's like do it before you lose it

when i get older, i wont look back wishing I did whatever

as far as BJJ, you can still compete when you're older. Some competitions have age divisions along with weight ones. For instance, you may find yourself competing in a 30-35 or 35-40 bracket.

I do wish I started younger, but hey that's life....

 

I'm actually down to 212 now after weighing myself a few minutes ago. Keep in mind that the weight at which fighters weigh in, is usually below the weight they fight their matches at. Guys that weigh in at 205 for example, usually take in nutrition and fight heavier. That's why mothafuckas look huge for their 'weight' lol

 

Good point. I might have to look into that. I rediscovered my love of female martial artist when I was watching Killers this morning. I think my wife is waiting for me at dojo


Meet Katheryn Winnick 3rd degree black belt in tae kwon do, second degree black belt in karate and 10th degree in being hot enough for me to drink her bath water

 

if u think she's sexy now, wait until she gets cauliflower ear

as for the arts themselves, you just have to realize how devoted you want to be to them. I know I won't reach black in BJJ, unless I roll at least 3 times a week, do tournaments and fully commit to studying the art through books. At the same time, I want to pursue other academic goals, so I just balance everything out. The good thing about BJJ is that going once or twice a week, still allows you to fully exert yourself, get your ass whopped on, get sore and feel like you made progress.

i still gotta find out where these damn neck lacerations come from:smt101

 

PettyOfficerj, I know the challenges ahead for me will be formidable. Being a black male and proving myself will mean that I will have to take non-conventional approaches to life. Sir, in many ways you have been like a big brother to me. The martial arts is but one avenue in life for me at this time. Having a martial arts academy will be a dream. I want to do it right. I want it to be a unique school to learn. If it takes a long time, then so be it. There is so much for me to learn. Whatever I do I will dedicate my efforts to the children of this country and more specifically in my own community. I want to compete with the world. That University program I once sent you is but a start. The school I someday envision will not only be a Dojo or Dojang, but a school enviornment to learn. I want the children today in this country have the advantage to become true scholars and warriors to face life. Thanks bro for all your advice and inspiration. - Blacktiger

 

some more inspiration from philly
http://www.aikidocentercity.com/27.html

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his school has been around for quite some time now, so dont let color stop you

from my own personal experiences around here, martial arts communities are more tolerant than others. Most of the guys I train with at Maxercise are white, but when we step on the mat, color goes out the window. Only thing that matters is honor (the releasing of a finishing hold after the tap), respect (the shaking of hands before you spar and after class), value of tradition (the bowing to the late helio gracie before and after class) and dedication to training (showing up to class even tho you know bruises and blood on Gi awaits).

 

Thanks. Discipline is the key and focus narrows the spirit. I'm reading "Gracie Jui-Jitsu" by the Late Grandmaster Helio Gracie, by Gracie Publications, Inc. What a pioneer. And also "Judo Memoirs of Jigoro Kano", by Brain N. Watson.

Martial arts history is definately a must for all martial artists. The key to know where it all came from and where you are going with it.

 

Note: A must text. "Vital Point Strikes: The Art and Science of Vital Target Striking for Self Defense and Combat Sports" by Sang H. Kim, Ph.D

All martial arts schools should have a course in human anatomy strikes for deadly effectiveness whether unarmed or with anything as a weapon in hand. Destroy the body you break the man.

 

Sports are usually like that because you just want to prove how good you are, the race shit is meaningless in those kind of situations. I wonder why more aikido isn't used in mma. Interesting huh?

 

PettyOfficerJ, I have another master text for you to consider. The book is used as a reference text in one of the local mixed martial arts centers. The text is "Brazilian Jui Jitsu: The Master Text" by Gene "Aranha" Simco. It covers Vale-Tudo, Submission Grappling, and Sport Jiu-Jitsu. It has an instructional DVD. It's 783 pages. ISBN 0-9728909-6-3. A companion text they use in their school is "Training for Warriors: The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Workout Manual" by Martin Rooney, ISBN 978-0-06-137433-3. Excellent manual on strength and power training. Enjoy my friend.

Note: Forgot to mention checkout the partner seesaw sit-up on pages 146 and 147.

 

PettyofficerJ, does your academy require First Aid Certification (with ID Card) and CPR Certification (with ID card) as mandatory requirements for Instructor Certification?