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You need to be fit as a college wrestler

Strength and Cardio Exercises for Novice Wrestlers

By David Roy Kelly on June 30, 2021 Health & Fitness

For a professional wrestler, it is extremely important to have excellent stamina and strong muscles that they have complete control over. Imagine being in the ring and trying to overpower your opponent only to find out you’re running out of breath and can exude the strength and energy required to overcome your challenges. Your career in wrestling very comes to an end a lot quicker than you intended it to. The most advised set of exercises for wrestlers to do are known as anaerobic exercises that break down sugar levels in your body to create energy without using oxygen. Anaerobic…

Fitness for Martial Artists

5 Best Intensive Cardio Ideas for Martial Arts Beyond Running Routine

By David Roy Kelly on December 26, 2019 Health & Fitness

Needless to say, cardio is extremely important for martial arts as it is linked with increased efficiency of the heart and lungs. Martial arts include both aerobic and anaerobic exercises in an intensive manner, therefore it is recommended to martial artists to focus on doing those cardio exercises that are beyond the routine of regular running. Most of the people are aware of regular cardio exercises such as cycling, running, swimming, etc. but when it comes to doing some intensive cardio that can prepare well for martial arts, martial artists need some useful guidance. For this reason, we have come…

Eat well train well.

What to Eat Before and After Martial Arts Training!

By David Roy Kelly on November 30, 2019 Nutrition

When you start any exercising activity whether it is CrossFit, TRX, BJJ, or MMA, there are some questions that almost every beginner asks. Similarly, you might be worried about how much training you should be doing to be an expert in MMA, which workout clothes should be worn, how much rest is needed after the training, or what to eat during the day. Well, this post is particularly to address the diet-related questions that most of the MMA trainees have in their minds. Firstly, you need to understand the importance of eating before and after the MMA training. Then, I…

Creating good habits and physical activity through martial arts

The Best Way to Have your Kids Engaged in Physical Activity

By David Roy Kelly on October 20, 2019 Health & Fitness

Education is very important for kids. But besides attending school, your kids should also be engaged in some kind of athletic activity. This would allow them to develop a more versatile set of skills. Martial arts are one of the best ways to have your kids engaged in physical activity. But how exactly are your kids going to benefit from them? We’d like to pinpoint 4 key benefits of martial arts for kids and make you pack your backpack and go to work out! Athletic development Nowadays, health and weight issues are quite common among adults. Thereby, it is exceptionally…

How to speed up your recovery by eating and training right.

Eat Your Way to Recovery

By David Roy Kelly on August 28, 2019 Health & Fitness, Nutrition

When training full-time at a kung fu academy the chances are, if you stay long enough, and train hard enough you’ll get injured. Exercise-induced injuries at kung fu schools are common and will frequently prevent optimal training. Important steps on the road to recovery When injured it is important for your recovery to not only rest, but also eat right. When you’re at a kung fu school this can be harder than you think. The frustration of not being able to train and the feeling of being left behind result in students not getting enough rest and so hampering their…

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The Essentials of Rest & Recovery at Martial Arts Training Camps

By David Roy Kelly on July 23, 2019 BJJ Intensive Training Camps, Health & Fitness, Training

Rest, and recovery are critical components of any successful training program at an intensive martial arts training camp. In my experience it is a component under-utilised in intensive training environments. Students want to get the most out of their time, so push hard. In this article I discuss the ‘Essentials of Rest and Recovery at martial arts training camps’. Rest to enhance performance As a way to enhance performance rest and recovery is too often overlooked. Understanding the difference between rest and recovery and how to properly implement them both is the key. If you’re training 5-8 hours per day for 5-6 days a week, you have to consider how sustainable…

CBD oil fact or fiction?

Wonder Drug? Separating CBD Oil Fact From Fiction

By David Roy Kelly on May 1, 2019 Health & Fitness

Few subjects in the health space these days generate as much controversy—and are the cause of as much confusion—as medical marijuana. But marijuana is having a moment. As more states and countries legalize its use, it’s more important than ever to understand exactly what medical marijuana is, what it is not, and why it matters. (Hint: The answer to why it matters is simple: cannabinoids.) Cannabis is a genus of plants that includes different species: Cannabis sativa (also known as marijuana) is one of them; hemp is another. And this is where it sometimes gets confusing. Because while hemp and…

Fighting arts for heart health.

Martial Arts for Heart Health

By David Roy Kelly on April 28, 2019 Health & Fitness

Heart health is the leading cause of death in the United States, according to the American Heart Association. Staying active is of utmost importance in ensuring your health. Enjoyable exercise routines can help keep you motivated to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Martial arts is increasingly becoming a popular choice as a consistent fitness routine. It’s a discipline that contributes to overall health and wellness. More importantly, it can help to prevent heart disease. Improve Cardiovascular Health Dr. Patrick Hickle, Medical Director of the Elliot ECHO Lab, suggests moderate exercise 4-5 times per week for 20-30 minutes to maximize heart health. Martial…

Are you a weekend warrior?

Make Weekend Workouts happen with these Tips

By David Roy Kelly on April 21, 2019 Health & Fitness

Working out at the weekend can be one of those things that you talk about, but never do. The weekend rolls around and someones birthday pops up. You just feel lazy, maybe those few drinks you had after work Friday turned into a session? Taking time off for rest repair is a must. But forgoing workouts due to laziness or a lack of motivation is something you’ll want to avoid. So here are some easy to follow tips to help you make those weekend workouts happen. Do something different: Repeating the same old workouts time after time can become boring. So…

Martial Arts and how it can benefit the old as well as young.

Mobility And Martial Arts: Accessible For All

By David Roy Kelly on February 22, 2019 Health & Fitness

More than 18 million people have limited mobility due to circumstances like accidents, aging, and disease. This may cause them to be hesitant about exercise in general but especially martial arts, which tend to be associated with people with higher than average mobility. But this is not the whole story. Martial arts can be accessible for everyone, when approaches are changed and considerations given. These practices can actually be highly beneficial to those who are elderly or those who have limited mobility for other reasons. Martial arts and particularly Chinese Martial Arts with its components of meditation, qigong and traditional…