In episode 5 we interviewed Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Mark DiSalvo. Mark trains jiu-jitsu athletes like Marcos Tinoco and Matheus Lutes for pro-level competition out of his fitness studio in New York City. He also trains jiu-jitsu himself under Marcelo Garcia.  

Mark came up learning first hand from world-famous fitness coach and black belt, Steve Maxwell, and is now an expert in kettlebell and strength training for combat athletes. He worked directly with Charles Poliquin and has years of experience working with athletes looking to improve their sports performance.

In this episode we talk about:

• Studying under Steve Maxwell.
• His opinion on kettlebells for combat sports.
• The one quality he finds most grapplers lack and need.
• The fitness standards he uses for his jiu-jitsu athletes.
• The exercise he uses to improve an athlete’s base for jiu-jitsu.
• His favorite piece of equipment for better squatting.
• His favorite methods for energy systems training.
• An easy method to start training your aerobic energy system.
• His best tips for recovery.
• His favorite supplements.
• Final piece of advice for grapplers.

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