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  • MMA Strength & Conditioning Infographic

    Bit of a work in progress…see our MMA strength and conditioning program and pdf here I would also recommend doing a lot of single leg work, such as Bulgarian Split Squats, single leg plyometrics (be mindful of injuries with plyometrics) and single leg squats, in addition to traditional squats and/or deadlifts. Most MMA techniques involve…

  • Ketogenic Diet Diary – Weeks 3 – 4

    Kind of a mixed bag this week but definitely feeling a lot more energetic and 10 times better than I did during weeks 1 and 2. I felt full of energy all day Monday and Tuesday morning. Kinda hit a proverbial wall on Tuesday afternoon, went home and had 2 nettle tables (for allergies, I…

  • Strong Supplement Shop Review

    I have to say, I’ve ordered from Strong Supplement Shop 4 times and their customer service is bob on. I’ve ordered HydroxyElite by Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals each time. BTW I don’t use this for fat loss or weight loss, I use it for my sinus problems. The active ingredient is DMAA, was originally marketed as a decongestant…

  • Beta Alanine Supplement Review

    Beta alanine is a non-essential amino acid, which when consumed increases carnosine levels in muscle cells, which in turn increases the muscle’s tolerance of lactic acid (a by-product of high intensity exercise which is often a limiting factor of athletic performance). Beta Alanine Dosage Standard dose is 2-4g taken pre-workout. Research suggests that supplementing daily…

  • Carb Cycling – Beginner’s Guide

    Carb cycling involves days of eating a range of high carbohydrate foods, days of moderate carbohydrate intake and often days of low or no carbohydrate intake. Carbohydrate / carb cycling is said to stimulate certain metabolic functions, such as insulin sensitivity, thyroid hormones and leptin* – which in turn has benefits for health, fat loss…

  • Ketogenic diet – week 1

    I’m now on day 8 if the ketogenic diet. I made a huge mistake – not having enough pink Himalayan salt…ive read on several blogs that you need 10 to 12g per day. Although I can’t find an official recommendation of any sort. I increased my salt and started supplementing my potassium 2 days ago…

  • Ketogenic Diet for Beginners

    Ketogenic diets are becoming more popular – especially in the MMA and weight-loss communities. But what is ketosis and what does it do? What is the Ketogenic Diet? The ketogenic diet, is a dietary protocol consisting of a low amount of carbohydrate, with higher fat and moderate protein intake. Most people who aren’t athletes, eat…

  • SARMS – Ostarine (2020 Update)

    SARMS article – last updated – 19th January 2020 Well, I’m old now –36 39 I used to be really explosive and fast, but not so much anymore. My recovery has definitely slowed down over the last couple of years, although adjusting my diet and using cbd oil + magnesium has certainly helped – by…

  • The Reverse Hyper Machine – AKA “The Joe Rogan Back Machine”

    Thanks to his podcast, this piece of kit is often referred to as the “Joe Rogan spinal decompression machine” – Touted by Joe as awesome for back pain & back injuries, the reverse hyper machine (AKA the spinal decompression harness) is said to work by decompressing the spine and the intervertebral discs, therefore providing a…

  • Yoel Romero Workout [2026] .pdf plan included

    I love MMA, because it’s a bit like football / soccer – all body types & physique can find a style that suits. Yoel Romero is a beast, full of explosive power, agility & athleticism. Yoel Romero Workout – Last Updated 30th Jan 2023 Tall and skinny is often the way to go for most…