MMA The issues of problem weight cuts is a persistent one. This was recently highlighted at UFC Japan when Mizuto Hirota attempted to make weight. You can clearly see Hirota struggle to even make it too the scales, let alone get off them again. Its worse still for an opponent that made weight effectively and now
BJJ This session emphasises extra time spent on increasing the flexibility and health of the spine and hamstrings. In this lesson, Nick takes you through some fundamental Yoga positions, alternating more rigorous postures with complete relaxation. It is a great introduction for those who have yet to try Yoga, and is especially good for any martial
BJJ 5 for fighting posts will about 5 exercises or ideas I use regularly with combat (and non combat athletes). This post is about KPI’s in the biggest lifts I employ. Strength Key Performance Indicators are way stones or development marks in an athletes strength profile. These usually represent a few lifts that cover the basic
BJJ Check out this awesome short video about Nick Osipczak and how he blends spirituality, Tai Chi, MMA and art.
BJJ BJJ Congrats to UFC welterweight and Scrambler Tom Breese on winning both his division and the open at Kleos grappling last weekend. Prize for the absolute was an amazing Mad Max themed war hammer.