Download or read book The Rudimentary Guide To Isometric Exercise For Seniors With Exercise Plan For Beginners written by Ryan Burks and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-01-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Iѕоmеtrіс еxеrсіѕеѕ аrе tіghtеnіng (соntrасtіоnѕ) оf а ѕресіfіс muѕсlе оr grоuр оf muѕсlеѕ. Durіng іѕоmеtrіс еxеrсіѕеѕ, thе muѕсlе dоеѕn't nоtісеаblу сhаngе lеngth. Thе аffесtеd jоіnt аlѕо dоеѕn't mоvе. Iѕоmеtrіс еxеrсіѕеѕ hеlр mаіntаіn ѕtrеngth. Thеу саn аlѕо buіld ѕtrеngth, but nоt еffесtіvеlу. And thеу саn bе реrfоrmеd аnуwhеrе. Exаmрlеѕ іnсludе а lеg lіft оr рlаnk. Bесаuѕе іѕоmеtrіс еxеrсіѕеѕ аrе dоnе іn оnе роѕіtіоn wіthоut mоvеmеnt, thеу'll іmрrоvе ѕtrеngth іn оnlу оnе ѕресіfіс роѕіtіоn. Yоu'd hаvе tо dо mаnу іѕоmеtrіс еxеrсіѕеѕ thrоugh уоur lіmb'ѕ whоlе rаngе оf mоtіоn tо іmрrоvе muѕсlе ѕtrеngth асrоѕѕ thе rаngе. Sіnсе іѕоmеtrіс еxеrсіѕеѕ аrе dоnе іn а ѕtіll (ѕtаtіс) роѕіtіоn, thеу wоn't hеlр іmрrоvе ѕрееd оr аthlеtіс реrfоrmаnсе. Iѕоmеtrіс еxеrсіѕеѕ саn bе uѕеful, hоwеvеr, іn еnhаnсіng ѕtаbіlіzаtіоn - kееріng thе аffесtеd аrеа'ѕ роѕіtіоn. Thеѕе еxеrсіѕеѕ саn hеlр bесаuѕе muѕсlеѕ оftеn tіghtеn wіthоut mоvеmеnt tо hеlр ѕtаbіlіzе jоіntѕ аnd уоur соrе. Iѕоmеtrіс еxеrсіѕеѕ mау bе hеlрful tо ѕоmеоnе whо hаѕ аn іnjurу, whісh соuld mаkе mоvеmеnt раіnful. Fоr іnѕtаnсе, іf уоu іnjurе thе rоtаtоr сuff, а hеаlth саrе рrоvіdеr оr рhуѕісаl thеrаріѕt mіght rесоmmеnd dоіng іѕоmеtrіс еxеrсіѕеѕ. Fоr еxаmрlе, thеу mау ѕuggеѕt еxеrсіѕеѕ thаt іnvоlvе thе grоuр оf muѕсlеѕ thаt hеlрѕ ѕtаbіlіzе thе ѕhоuldеr. Thіѕ саn hеlр mаіntаіn ѕhоuldеr ѕtrеngth durіng rесоvеrу. Oldеr аdultѕ ѕhоuldn't thіnk оf еxеrсіѕе аѕ rіѕkу. On thе соntrаrу, rеgulаr еxеrсіѕе іѕ thе kеу tо рrеѕеrvіng уоur hеаlth. Thе trісk іѕ fіndіng lоw-іmрасt wоrkоutѕ thаt kеер уоu ѕtrоng-wіthоut trіggеrіng рrеvіоuѕ іnjurіеѕ оr саuѕіng mоrе. Kееріng uр wіth уоur wоrkоutѕ wоn't juѕt іmрrоvе уоur ѕtrеngth, bаlаnсе аnd соnfіdеnсе, іt'll аlѕо lоwеr уоur blооd рrеѕѕurе, mаnаgе hіgh сhоlеѕtеrоl, dесrеаѕе ѕуmрtоmѕ оf сhrоnіс соndіtіоnѕ, аnd еvеn rеduсе thе rіѕk оf hір frасturеѕ. Thаt'ѕ whу оn Nаtіоnаl Sеnіоr Hеаlth аnd Fіtnеѕѕ Dау, wе'rе fеаturіng еxеrсіѕеѕ frоm оur nеwеѕt соllесtіоn оf іѕоmеtrісѕ fоr ѕеnіоrѕ. Thеѕе еxеrсіѕеѕ аrе bаѕеd оn оur Fаnсу Fооtwоrk rоutіnе оn thе Aсtіv5 Trаіnіng Aрр, аnd thеу'rе dеѕіgnеd tо рrоtесt сrіtісаl аrеаѕ lіkе lоwеr bасk аnd jоіntѕ. Arе уоu аwаrе thаt іѕоmеtrіс еxеrсіѕеѕ fоr mеn оvеr 60 аrе еxtrеmеlу bеnеfісіаl іn kееріng уоur bоdу асtіvе аnd іn thе bеѕt рhуѕісаl ѕhаре роѕѕіblе? Thе kеу tо thеѕе еxеrсіѕеѕ іѕ thаt thеу аrе еаѕу tо dо, rеԛuіrе vеrу lіttlе іn thе wау оf еԛuірmеnt, аnd wіll hеlр уоu mаіntаіn а hіgh lеvеl оf оvеrаll hеаlth. Thеѕе еxеrсіѕеѕ nоt оnlу buіld muѕсlе, thеу аlѕо hеlр уоu tоnе uр аnd lоѕе wеіght, whісh іѕ аlwауѕ nісе whеn іt соmеѕ tо lоѕіng fаt аnd tоnіng уоur bоdу. Thеу аlѕо hеlр kеер уоu frоm gеttіng іnjurеd bесаuѕе thеу іnсrеаѕе thе ѕtrеngth аnd еndurаnсе оf уоur muѕсlеѕ. All оf thіѕ іѕ ассоmрlіѕhеd bу wоrkіng оut уоur muѕсlе grоuрѕ оnе аt а tіmе ѕо thаt еа
Download or read book The Ultimate Isometrics Beginner s Manual written by Peter Richard and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-15 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In case you are confused or you have questions to ask about the isometrics, or you simply just want to learn some isometric exercises, then there is no need to worry because we are going to cover everything you need to know about isometrics in this guide.This includes: What exactly are isometrics?Joint angles relating to isometricsIsometric exercise benefitsTypes of isometric exercisesTips when performing isometric exercisesIsometric exercises examples (such as the resistance band, bodyweight and steel mace isometric exercises)Isometric workout examplesWays to include isometric exercises into your training program
Download or read book How to Perform Isometric Exercise for Seniors written by Manuel Hayes and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-06-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you yearn to feel stronger, more balanced, and energized as you age? How to Perform Isometric Exercise for Seniors empowers you to reclaim your physical potential! This safe and effective guide unlocks the secrets of isometric exercise, a gentle yet powerful form of strength training specifically designed for older adults. Experience the joy of movement and rediscover your inner strength! This book equips you with everything you need: Safe & Effective Workouts: Discover a library of targeted isometric exercises designed to improve strength, balance, and flexibility, all without the stress of high-impact movements or heavy weights. Benefits Beyond Strength: Learn how isometric exercise can boost energy levels, improve bone density, reduce pain, and enhance overall well-being. Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Master clear and concise instructions for each exercise, accompanied by photographs for visual reference. Modify Exercises for Your Needs: Adapt exercises to your current fitness level and physical limitations, ensuring a safe and personalized workout experience. No Equipment Needed: Embrace the convenience of isometric exercise, which requires no special equipment, allowing you to work out anywhere, anytime. How to Perform Isometric Exercise for Seniors goes beyond basic exercises. You'll learn: Understanding Isometric Exercise: Demystify the science behind isometric exercise and discover how it can benefit your body at any age. Creating a Safe & Effective Routine: Learn how to design a personalized workout plan based on your fitness goals and limitations. Warming Up & Cooling Down: Master proper warm-up and cool-down techniques to maximize the benefits of your workouts and minimize the risk of injury. Staying Motivated: Discover tips and strategies to maintain consistency and stay motivated on your fitness journey. Safety Considerations: Learn important safety precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable exercise experience. How to Perform Isometric Exercise for Seniors is more than just a guide, it's an investment in your well-being! Discover: Improved Strength & Balance: Feel stronger and more confident in your daily activities, reducing the risk of falls and promoting independence. Enhanced Flexibility: Increase your range of motion and improve your ability to perform everyday tasks with ease. Reduced Pain & Improved Bone Density: Manage chronic pain and strengthen your bones, promoting a healthier and more active lifestyle. Boosted Energy Levels: Experience increased energy and vitality, allowing you to live life to the fullest. A Sense of Accomplishment: Embark on a rewarding journey of self-care and celebrate the progress you make along the way. This book is your one-stop shop for unlocking the power of isometric exercise! Order your copy today and embrace a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant life at any age. Rediscover the joy of movement and take control of your well-being with safe and effective isometric exercise!
Download or read book The Ultimate Guide To Isometric Exercises written by Michael Kessler and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-06-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Isometric exercises are movements where your muscles contract without changing their length, meaning there's no visible movement or joint angle change. Instead, you exert force against an immovable object or resist an opposing force. The science behind isometric training lies in the muscle contraction itself. When you engage in isometric exercises, the muscle contracts, generating tension without causing the muscle to visibly lengthen or shorten. This static contraction recruits muscle fibers, enhancing strength and endurance. Benefits of isometric workouts are varied. They're excellent for building strength in specific joint angles and can help improve stability and endurance. They're low-impact, reducing joint stress, and can be done almost anywhere without the need for equipment. Isometric exercises offer numerous benefits including improved strength, endurance, joint stability, and they can be performed almost anywhere without equipment. To incorporate isometric training into your routine long-term, mix various isometric exercises, gradually increase intensity, and ensure rest days for muscle recovery. Consider a balanced workout routine that includes dynamic and isometric exercises for overall fitness.
Download or read book Isometric Exercise Guide written by Lyra Mollie and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-08-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No matter what your age or current fitness level, isometric exercises can help you build the body of your dreams. This exercise system uses the principle of the isometric contraction in order to build your muscles quickly and efficiently. Traditional exercises such as weightlifting force you to perform boring repetitions in order to break your muscles down and stimulate growth. Done properly, the isometric contraction allows you to accomplish the same thing in 7 seconds. If you are a man isometrics can help you build greater muscle size and definition. If you are a lady isometrics can help you build that healthy, feminine "Fit N Sexy" look that so many women desire. If you are an older man or women isometrics can help you get back in shape while turning back the clock. The benefits of this exercise system include: They can be done anywhere with no special equipment (say goodbye to gym fees) They can be done at anytime (this makes them easy to fit into busy schedules) Takes less than 1/2 an hour to perform Gives you a full body workout Builds muscle as well as muscular definition Builds strength and muscle tone at the same time Are incredibly safe Are extremely effective GET A COPY NOW!
Download or read book The Essential Handbook On Bodyweight And Isometric Exercises For Seniors written by Rose Heaney and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-06-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Isometric exercises are a form of strength training where the muscles contract without any visible movement in the angle of the joint. Instead of the typical repetitions and movements seen in other exercises, isometric exercises involve holding a position for a set amount of time, exerting tension against a static resistance. Isometric exercises target specific muscle groups and involve static contraction. Rather than moving through a range of motion, these exercises involve holding a position against resistance. For example: Planks: Holding a push-up position without moving the arms or legs. Wall Sits: Sitting against a wall with knees at a 90-degree angle. Static Leg Raises: Lifting and holding legs at a certain angle without movement. Benefits and Advantages Strength Building: Isometric exercises help build strength by engaging muscles without joint movement. Joint Stability: They can enhance joint stability by strengthening the surrounding muscles. Time Efficiency: Isometric exercises can be quick and effective since they engage muscles intensely without requiring a lot of time. Safety: They are relatively low-impact and can be safer for individuals with joint issues compared to dynamic exercises. Isometric exercises can be incorporated into a broader workout routine or used independently. They're versatile and adaptable, making them suitable for various fitness levels and goals. Additionally, they require minimal to no equipment, allowing for easy integration into daily routines. Isometric training stands as a versatile and efficient method in the realm of fitness. Its static nature allows for targeted muscle engagement without the need for elaborate equipment, making it accessible to various fitness levels and lifestyles. By focusing on muscle contraction without joint movement, isometric exercises build strength, improve joint stability, aid in injury rehabilitation, and offer time-efficient workouts. They're adaptable, serving both as standalone routines and as complementary exercises within broader fitness regimens. As trends evolve, isometric training continues to integrate technological advancements, offer diverse variations in equipment, and merge with other training methods, ensuring its relevance and effectiveness in the ever-evolving fitness landscape. Whether used for rehabilitation, enhancing sports performance, preventing injuries, or simply improving overall strength, isometric exercises remain a valuable tool. As research and innovation progress, their role in promoting functional strength, convenience, and holistic fitness continues to expand, promising a future rich in versatility and effectiveness.
Download or read book Isometric Workout for Beginners written by Lambert Fetterman and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-12-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unveil a transformative journey with "Isometric Workout," your gateway to unlocking unprecedented fitness potential and sculpting the strongest version of yourself! Dive into the art and science behind isometric exercises, backed by an empowering table of contents that'll revolutionize your fitness approach: Discover the Foundations Unravel the secrets of effective isometric workouts, understanding their unique benefits and how they stand apart from conventional routines. Targeted Muscle Mastery Master the art of targeting major muscle groups, customizing workouts to meet specific goals, and achieving optimal muscle engagement for remarkable results. Essential Exercises and Techniques Explore a comprehensive array of essential isometric exercises, accompanied by beginner-friendly instructions, progression techniques, and variations to elevate your routine. Integration into Daily Life Craft your personalized workout plan, seamlessly incorporating isometrics into your existing fitness regimen, and amplifying results by combining these exercises with cardio and flexibility training. Tools and Props for Amplified Performance Discover the array of tools and household items that enhance your isometric training, alongside insights into specialized equipment to take your workouts to new heights. Overcoming Challenges and Plateaus Conquer obstacles and plateaus with expert strategies, avoid common mistakes, and harness techniques to push your limits for consistent progress. Isometrics for Rehabilitation and Well-being Harness the healing power of isometrics in physical therapy, injury prevention, and modified exercises for rehabilitation. Nutrition's Role in Maximizing Results Understand the critical link between nutrition and isometric training, leveraging diet tips, supplements, and pre/post-workout nutrition for optimal performance. Mental Health and Fitness Harmony Explore the profound impact of isometrics on mental well-being, stress reduction, and mindfulness techniques to elevate your training experience. Long-Term Goals and Progress Tracking Set and achieve long-term fitness goals, monitor progress, and tap into the enduring advantages of isometric training for a stronger, injury-resistant you! Don't miss out on this comprehensive guide that's not just about workouts, but a lifestyle transformation waiting to unfold! Take charge of your fitness journey today with "Isometric Workout." Are you ready to sculpt your strength and redefine your limits? GRAB YOUR COPY NOW and unleash the power within.
Download or read book Isometric Exercise Guide for Beginners written by Dr Betty Williams and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-02-25 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: YOU WANT THE BEST MEDICINE FOR YOUR HEALTH, FITNESS AND EXERCISE OR SPORT, TRY THIS TODAY Isometric Exercise is a form of bodyweight training in which neither the joint angle nor the muscle length change. If you bring your palms in front of your body and press them together hard you are engaging in an isometric contraction. Resistance training is the key to decreasing body fat, increasing bone density and developing lean, healthy muscles. But in order to maximize your results with resistance training, it's important to mix things up; otherwise you will hit a plateau and stop making gains. To avoid this, you should incorporate a form of resistance training called isometrics, which allow you to really challenge your muscles and make gains, without any movement. In fact, you can perform isometrics pretty much anywhere, whether you're in the gym, sitting at your desk or driving home from work. Benefits of Isometrics There are many benefits to isometrics but one of the most important is that they don't require expensive equipment, gym memberships or large amounts of space in your home. In fact, many isometric exercises can be performed using only your body weight, such as planks and squats. Dangers of Isometric Training While isometric training is very effective, it can be dangerous if you don't train properly. If you suffer from any cardiovascular problems or have high blood pressure, then you will definitely want to consult your physician first before doing isometrics. Why? Because isometrics are static, which means we tend to hold our breath during the exercise. This causes an increase in systolic and diastolic blood pressure because of a reduction in venous return to the heart. To avoid this, you need to be sure that you always breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth during the entire muscle contraction rather than holding your breath. Everyone needs exercise whether you are lean, obese, an athlete or a lay person, man or woman. Permit me to say that exercise is the best medicine. yes!! i can say that again. There are so much benefits attached to exercising the body. Exercise help you to lose weight by burring fats or calories that are not needed in the body, it keep us fit for the day or to carry out the day's activities, it strengthens the body to perform strength activities. Exercise can be used to correct certain abnormalities and heal some kind of diseases, it improve muscle contraction. Exercise is the general cure to everything that has to do with the human health. Lastly i want you to know that before an exercise could be effective to the human body, it need to meet it frequency and duration. Any exercise that is not up to 30 minutes or more in duration is not rendered effective to the body like wise any exercise that is not done 3 times a week at least, it is also not effective for the human body. In a nutshell every exercise you do must be above 30 minutes and 3 days a week, the intensity depends on your strength. whether you are obese or not, Get a special of this book and learn everything you need to know about isometric exercises, some examples and it benefits. ORDER NOW!!
Download or read book The Isometrics Exercise Guide written by Juliet Scott and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-02 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE ISOMETRICS EXERCISE GUIDE: The Complete Book Of Isometrics For Beginners Exercises that involve isometric contraction are those that contract muscles without moving the joints surrounding the muscles. Increasing muscle endurance and supporting dynamic exercises may be improved by constant tension on the muscles. Most strength exercises require moving joints, pushing or pulling against resistance. Although static and repetitive exercise can be beneficial, isometric exercises involve intense repetition. Throughout the book, we will provide some examples of isometric exercises as well as discuss some of their benefits. GET YOUR COPY NOW!
Download or read book Novice Isometric Exercises written by Frank Bobby and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-10-28 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Isometric exercises are a form of resistance training in which muscle contractions occur without commensurate changes in joint position or muscle length. Isometric exercises involve holding a static position for a predetermined period of time, as opposed to the repetitive movements of dynamic exercises. The term "isometric" is derived from the Greek words "isos" (meaning equal) and "metron" (meaning measure) and refers to a form of exercise in which the muscles contract and relax evenly while maintaining a constant length. Isometric exercises have the benefit of being essentially portable and requiring minimal setup. Incorporating them into physical therapy, rehabilitation, and athletic training can increase muscular strength, stability, and endurance. Isometrics can be utilized to strengthen both individual muscles and the entire body. Isometric exercises involve contracting muscle fibers to generate resistance to an external force or your own body weight. During contraction, muscle tension is generated, which stimulates motor units and results in strength gains over time. The challenge is to maintain the contraction for a predetermined period of time, typically between 10 and 30 seconds, although more experienced practitioners may use lengthier holds.
Download or read book Isometric for Beginners written by Henry Lucas and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-10-08 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don't have time to exercise? Don't belong to a gym? It doesn't matter. Now you can get a complete workout, anytime, anywhere, with the secrets of isometrics. Millions of people can't seem to find the time to exercise. Now they can with this book. Rather than using expensive machines or lugging around a set of dumbbells, you use common objects and your own body's resistance to work out the muscles. Isometric exercises are especially helpful to people recovering from injuries that limit range of motion. Using the secret of resistance, isometrics are the basis for yoga, Pilates, and all the core stabilization techniques that are so popular today. Now, learn the original, simple, and effective way to a complete workout without moving a muscle!
Download or read book Isometric for Beginners written by Dr Bode White and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-02 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don't have time to exercise? Don't belong to a gym? It doesn't matter.Now you can get a complete workout, anytime, anywhere, with the secrets of isometrics. Millions of people can't seem to find the time to exercise. Now they can with this book. The author has compiled the best isomettheric exercises that can be done in the office, at home watching TV, flying in an airplane, or even driving a car-no equipment required.Rather than using expensive machines or lugging around a set of dumbbells, you use common objects and your own body's resistance to work out the muscles. Isometric exercises are especially helpful to people recovering from injuries that limit range of motion. A special chapter shows how even people with disabilities can use isometrics to build muscle tone and strength.Using the secret of resistance, isometrics are the basis for yoga, Pilates, and all the core stabilization techniques that are so popular today. Now, learn the original, simple, and effective way to a complete workout without moving a muscle!
Download or read book Isometric Core Exercises for Seniors written by Vivian Jernigan and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you prepared to discover the keys to a more robust and resilient core? "Isometric Core Exercises for Seniors" is your all-inclusive manual for reaching the highest possible level of core health and vitality. This book will give you access to a wealth of senior-specific isometric exercises that will improve your overall well-being, stability, and core strength. Every exercise, which ranges from mild plank variations to focused oblique twists, is specifically designed to accommodate all levels of fitness, so everyone can benefit from a stronger core. Not only that, but "Isometric Core Exercises for Seniors" goes beyond simple physical activity. Within, you'll discover priceless information about the structure of the core muscles, crucial safety issues, and useful advice on how to incorporate these workouts into your regular routine. This book offers all the tools you need to succeed, regardless of your level of experience with exercise or where you are on your quest to improved health. Bid farewell to back pain, straighten up your posture, and get back faith in the strength and stability of your body. With "Isometric Core Exercises for Seniors" by your side, you can take a trip to a healthier, happier version of yourself. Don't let becoming older stop you from reaching your fitness objectives. Invest in a better future and a stronger core by getting a copy of "Isometric Core Exercises for Seniors" right now!
Download or read book Isometric Power Revolution written by John E. Peterson and published by Bronze Bow Pub. This book was released on 2006-10 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Isometrics, when done correctly, can reshape a person's physique and add strength beyond imagination without the person ever moving a muscle. By powerfully contracting the muscle in an isolation hold, a person can create lean, perfectly sculpted muscles, shed fat, and achieve the unmistakable glow of perpetual youthfulness without ever having to go to a gym or lift weights or invest in expensive equipment. But the power of Isometrics lies in being taught how to do them correctly.
Download or read book Yoga for Regular Guys written by Diamond Dallas Page and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If there's one obstacle to selling wellness books to guys, it's this: none of them are written by professional wrestlers.In the nick of time, the one and only DDP-Diamond Dallas Page-steps out of the ring and onto the mat to offer Yoga for Regular Guys. Most yoga books marketed to men are earnest and straightforward. Yoga for Regular Guys brims with guy humour and an extremely irreverant attitude but still manages to pack in a legitimate, comprehensive and rigorous introduction to real yoga practice. The foreword is written by Rob Zombie of the band White Zombie.
Download or read book Man s Common Sense Guide to Physical Fitness written by Robert Delmonteque and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Training Guide written by Danny Plyler and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2009-10-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Must-Have Resource for all Warrior Athletes Regardless of your skill or fitness level, The Ultimate Mixed Marital Arts Training Guide - with more than 300 step-by-step photographs, detailed callouts, and comprehensive instruction - is the personal trainer you need to accomplish your workout goals and sharpen your techniques. You'll learn: • Cardio and strength training exercises like mountain climber push-ups, partner closed guard sit-up reaches, and the Muay Thai scarecrow • Striking and defense techniques such as the jab, cross, hook, overhand, Muay Thai knee, inner/outer thigh kick, and head kick • Wrestling and countering techniques including the dirty boxing clinch, the over-under clinch, and the Muay Thai clinch • Takedowns like the hip throw, shoot takedown, and single and double leg takedown • Jiu-jitsu passing and escape techniques for the full mount, knee mount, closed guard, open guard, and more • Winning submission moves like the arm bar, Kimura, omoplata, guillotine, ankle lock, and triangle choke • Drills to improve your punching and kicking speed and accuracy • Mental exercises to sharpen your focus, reduce your fears, and increase your concentration • Diet and nutrition techniques the pros use to stay in top fighting condition - whether they're in training mode or cutting weight before a match Whatever your personal fitness and fighting ambitions might be, The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Training Guide is your all-in-one resource to peak physical conditioning, clear mental focus, increased confidence, and superior fighting skills.
