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MMA Fitness: Training for Peak Performance
Elite MMA fighters don’t just rely on skill—they dominate with superior conditioning. A new study reveals how aerobic capacity impacts fight performance and why traditional training methods might be holding you back. Learn how to train smarter with Power Athlete’s Dragon Slayer program and build a gas tank that won’t quit.
Black Belt Mentality: Six Tips for Mastering Mastery
A lot has been said, correctly, about the benefit of maintaining a “White Belt Mentality.” Indeed, my…
Ep 705 – How to Train a Dragon (Slayer)
Legend says that when the ground quakes, or lava spews from the earth, it’s the dragons. The…
Romancing the Grindstone, Part 3 – Acceptance and Recovery
If you’re just now hopping on board, make sure to find Part 1 and Part 2 linked…
Romancing the Grindstone, Part 2 – Rehab and Relapse
In part 1 of this series I touched on the opening steps of my journey through fitness…
Romancing the Grindstone – Addiction and Denial
As a strength and conditioning coach, I maintain a single rule above all others: don’t get hurt…
Ep 551 – A Fighter’s Journey with Andrew Craig
Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead…
Iron Sharpens Everyone | Martial Artists Need Strength Training
In my last article for Power Athlete, I highlighted the optimal Power Athlete program [Dragon Slayer] for…
Bring The Hammer to a BJJ Fight
I’ve been a martial artist for 25 years. In that time, I’ve had the honor of training…
MMA Strength & Conditioning: You’re Doing it Wrong!
Mixed martial arts (MMA) magazines, forums and blogs are filled with images of sexy new strength and…