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  • Training Goals for Summer 2018

    I basically want to become an enlightened, humble MMA meathead. Training Goals: Outcome Goals Fix Back & Neck (make them less, painfully stiff) Fix Golfer’s Elbow – so it’s not constantly painful Improve Left Hip mobility so I can do a left high kick/roundhouse Improve Cardio (not sure of precise goal on this yet, will…

  • Vitamin D Side Effects

    Thanks to Dr Rhonda Patrick, Vitamin D (in large doses) is now a common supplement in BJJ and MMA circles. Vitamin D Benefits Vitamin D does have many benefits, particularly if you don’t get daily sun exposure. I put vitamin D drops in my daughter’s drink in the morning to prevent rickets. Vitamin D is used…

  • Why Every MMA Fighter Should Learn to Fight Southpaw

    I remember one of the first times that I attended a boxing class – the first thing I was asked was “what ‘handed’ are you?”, to which I replied – right handed – “orthodox stance then” was the reply. I’m not complaining, this is pretty standard stuff in boxing – left handers fight southpaw, right…

  • Can You Freeze Avocados?

    Yes – Yes you can! However the texture may change somewhat. So if you are thinking of having an avocado salad, you might not want to freeze them. They can be frozen and used in smoothies and recipes just fine though. Freezing is easy, just cut them up into the size you want to use…

  • Infographic: A Beginner’s Guide to UFC

    It’s only in the last decade or so that UFC has broken into the mainstream consciousness, but the organization is 25 years old in 2018. That’s right, it was established as far back as 1993 and existed on a small scale for several years before the pivotal 2001 takeover by Dana White and the Fertitta…

  • The Magnesium Miracle

    Magnesium is pretty awesome stuff. I’ve tried all sorts from citrate, oxi-something and glycinate.  To summarise it’s great for: Enhancing recovery Reducing pain & soreness Reducing muscle tension Reducing anxiety naturally Increasing focus (in some forms) Reducing high blood pressure Aiding sleep The only forms of magnesium that I’ve found helpful & provide an obvious…

  • NUTRiBULLET Blender Review 600 Series (2018 Version)

      I am very happy with this blender. I previously had one from Breville, which to be fair was a lot cheaper, but couldn’t blend an avocado to save it’s life. Well it could, but it took about a minute and loads of manual shaking to get the job done. The NUTRiBULLET blends an avocado…

  • Reduce Stress & Increase Focus with Adaptogens

    Adaptogens are herbs or foods, that increase the body’s ability to cope with and adapt to stress. Adaptogens are a unique group of herbs & plants that can help to improve or maintain the health of your adrenal system – which in turn impacts upon immune-function and mental health. They are also used to enhance focus…

  • Groundology.co.uk Review – Grounding is the New CBD Oil

    Groundology.co.uk Review – Grounding is the New CBD Oil

    Increase Recovery, Reduce Inflammation & Increase Energy with Grounding Grounding (AKA Earthing) has been dubbed as the biggest health discovery of the 21st century and is thought to provide a range of health benefits for help with chronic pain, insomnia and even recovery from tough MMA sparring sessions. Having looked over the research, I was…

  • Dad Bod Home Workout

    I’ve noticed that people don’t listen etc unless you’re ripped/lean etc. so anyway – I popped my topless cherry with this 5 minute workout: Dad Bod Back, Traps & Biceps Workout Location is variable but for effect I’ve chosen the nursery Equipment Door Frame Chin-Up bar – Amazon link Resistance Tubes/Bands – Amazon Link Kettlebell…