Building a Fighter

The Knee: a continuation of our Anatomical Approach to Training series. Speaking on the knee today we address common methods of training, the joint itself, and how it is involved in lower body training. Austin references Tibial CARs and you can find the link here.  Don’t overlook the middle-man or middle child which is the knee. Train the area isometrically, within multiple planes of movement, and from every angle (quads, adductors, hamstrings, abductors). Austin wraps up with a summary and rehab overview of MCL sprains, and bursitis. Context, Context, Context. Thanks for listening. Talk to ya next time!

Alex: IG @strong_a.f  email: [email protected]

Austin: IG  @warriorsportswellness  email: [email protected]

The Knee: a continuation of our Anatomical Approach to Training series. Speaking on the knee today we address common methods of training, the joint itself, and how it is involved in lower body training. Austin references Tibial CARs and you can find the link here.  Don’t overlook the middle-man or middle child which is the knee. Train the area isometrically, within multiple planes of ...

Link to Video of all tests: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwBpNpqep4s&feature=youtu.be

Assessing your ability and measuring improvement gives your training meaning. We offer 5 different qualities to test and how to test them within this episode. These are qualities that we have identified to be important within high level MMA and grappling sports. Training these qualities and assessing them via these tests is instrumental to optimize performance capability. 

The 5 Assessments and what to look for:1. 3RM Trapbar Deadlift – Strength, Neuromuscular Coordination, Compensation Patterns, and Trunk Stability2. Low Bear Lift Off – Scapular control, Contra-lateral trunkstability3. 6 second Repeat Sprint – Alactic energy system abilities, max wattage, and drop off. 4. Side Lying Shoulder Sweep – Lumbar Extension, T-Spine Mobility, Anterior-Oblique Sling5. Standing Medball Rotational Punch – Total body Power, Specific Power, Ipsilateral patterning and power development. 

These 5 movements are a sneak preview into the up and coming Building a Fighter Assessment which will serve as a backbone for the care and strength programming that we provide. Any good program is individualized and customized by sport, person, weight, class, or training goals. This assessment is pivotal in individualization and creating an effect results-based program for our fighters. 

Alex: IG @strong_a.f  email: [email protected]

Austin: IG  @warriorsportswellness  email: [email protected]

Link to Video of all tests: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwBpNpqep4s&feature=youtu.be Assessing your ability and measuring improvement gives your training meaning. We offer 5 different qualities to test and how to test them within this episode. These are qualities that we have identified to be important within high level MMA and grappling sports. Training these qualities and assessing them via these tests is instrumental to ...

How different should in camp vs. out of camp training look? In camp training revolves around technical and tactical skill and “becoming a better fighter.” Out of camp training takes more of an emphasis on athletic qualities and “becoming a better athlete.”  Training emphasis, psychological atmosphere, and recovery statuses demand different training styles and moderation in these two different training scenarios. However you slice it, training and how training is managed during different times within a year, and a career makes a difference in the longevity and efficacy of a fighting career. Plan accordingly. 

We dive deep into all of these topics within this episode. Plus, Alex’s top 3 training priorities for out of camp and in camp/ Austin’s contextual approach to care in camp. Thanks for listening, give us a review, give us a rating, and let us know if you have any questions and feel free to reach out with any concerns before you go. 

Alex: IG @strong_a.f  email: [email protected]

In campAustin: IG  @warriorsportswellness  email: [email protected]

How different should in camp vs. out of camp training look? In camp training revolves around technical and tactical skill and “becoming a better fighter.” Out of camp training takes more of an emphasis on athletic qualities and “becoming a better athlete.”  Training emphasis, psychological atmosphere, and recovery statuses demand different training styles and moderation in these two different training ...

Within this episode we critically consider movement screens, and the correct placement for corrective exercise within an athlete’s training session. How valuable is “functional movement?” Which lens of movement should we use to analyze movement?  and What is the overall effect of all of these interventions? We dive into how we approach and have grown through prescribing correctives for functional capacity and other reasons with our athletes. Dr. Austin Schoen gives a great overview of some of the most popular movement systems popular today. We end on the application of these lens to knowing your sport and how to effectively integrate your practice, the movement system, and on mat performance. Good movement is only as good as it can be expressed within the sport. 

Alex: IG @strong_a.f  email: [email protected]

Austin: IG  @warriorsportswellness  email: [email protected]

Within this episode we critically consider movement screens, and the correct placement for corrective exercise within an athlete’s training session. How valuable is “functional movement?” Which lens of movement should we use to analyze movement?  and What is the overall effect of all of these interventions? We dive into how we approach and have grown through prescribing correctives for functional capacity ...

0:20 No compliment this time… Looking at coaching development and coaching strategies with practical implications. 

1:20 Jumping straight into communication and considering all of the facets of communication. Communication works for salesmen as well as effective leaders. First reference of the Ego, there will be a lot more. 

5:00 Where is the marriage between science and research into this endeavor of coaching. How theory can integrate into our practice, and why every program is a mix of social and scientific interactions.

8:00 Intersection of cultural practice, and scientific research. Research example and reinforcement of cultural practice. Social action and scientific research do not exist exclusively. 

11:05 Having a hand and influence on the social health of your team. “Art of Coaching” What does that mean? What is art? Is coaching an Artform? is it practice? Regardless if it is art or practice it needs to be evolving. The invaluable social understanding needed for coaching. Progressing as a coach

16:50 Progressing as a coach. It is an open ended process. Give the athletes the benefit to be creative and accept them for where they are. Bloom’s Taxonomy of learning. How does higher level learning work, through creativity. Don’t get in the way. 

20:50 Open ended coaching. Problem Solving. How can I as a coach guide the problem solving process doing as little as possible. How is this real? 

23:05 Giving feedback as a coach. Positive feedback and individualizing cues. How your background shapes reaction to feedback. It has to come from a loving place. That must be established. Passion vs. Anger. Awareness

30:45 Humility in coaching. Awareness and acceptance. Check your ego at the door. 

Alex: IG @strong_a.f  email: [email protected]

Austin: IG  @warriorsportswellness  email: [email protected]

0:20 No compliment this time… Looking at coaching development and coaching strategies with practical implications.  1:20 Jumping straight into communication and considering all of the facets of communication. Communication works for salesmen as well as effective leaders. First reference of the Ego, there will be a lot more.  5:00 Where is the marriage between science and research into this endeavor of ...