As Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) continues to grow in popularity, so do the methods and techniques used to help the MMA athletes reach their full potential. Coaches are realizing that their athletes must have a complete well-rounded program that covers not only their specialty; but many other aspects as well. Wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu practitioners are […]
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Strength & Conditioning for Combat Athletes
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is here to stay. Increased TV time, Pay-per-view success, major partnerships and sponsorships in place; this MMA “fad” isn’t going away. We are beginning to see the popularity of this sport effect the fitness industry as well. From the professional fighter to the casual fight fan, more and more clients are […]
My Favorite Piece of Equipment
What’s your favorite piece of fitness equipment? Over the years I’ve been asked that question many times and over the years my answer has changed many times. Give me a bar and a couple plates and we’ve got the best, foundational movements available with deadlifts, squats, presses, and pulls. Give me a medicine ball and […]
The Top Pulling Workouts For MMA Athletes
By: Doug Balzarini I can’t open my fingers all the way so my hands are stuck in an “iron claw” type of position; a half opened fist if you will. My forearms are throbbing and my biceps have an unbelievable “pump”. I’m bleeding from a scratch above my left eye and my lats feel like […]
Strength & Conditioning For The Combat Athlete 2-DVD Set
Tired of hitting the gym day after day and working your tail off to see little gains and lil improvement. Well take a minute to check out Doug Balzarini’s new 2 disc set. Wait you might be saying why should you let Doug help you workout, well maybe you shouldn’t but if you are looking […]
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FIGHTHUBTV presents FIST-ta-CUFF Radio Show 94 with Shamar Bailey, Doug Balzarini, Shanon Slack, & Antonio McKee
Show 94 and we are getting closer to show 100 every week. Like I promised each week we will continue to load the show until then. This week is no different as we have our man from TUF13 back, a man who increases the strength in the beasts coming out of Alliance Training Center, Team […]
