How to Become Proficient in the Martial Arts Through Strength Techniques

Stronger muscles increase speed and power. These guidelines will help you develop the strength necessary to become a proficient martial artist.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Ankle Weights
• Exercise Weights
• Martial Arts Supplies
• Weight Benches
• Martial Arts Videos

1. Establish a thorough warm-up routine before working on any form of strength training.

2. Begin a weight lifting program to increase muscle mass. Make sure that you rest sufficiently between exercises to allow full recovery. The goal is strength endurance, not injury.

3. Perform exercises that require you to lift your own body weight. These include crunches, pull-ups and push-ups.

4. Use a heavy bag to practice kicks and punches at full power. Continue workouts in two-minute rounds with time in recover in between.

5. Try slow-motion kicking and punching in front of a mirror. Not only will you refine your technique, you'll also build strength as your muscles work harder to hold static positions.

6. Practice techniques through brisk repetition. As with techniques that increase speed, repetition increases strength endurance.

Tips & Warnings

• Work with a fitness center instructor when you start a weight lifting program.
• Knee injuries can occur if you bend your knees too much. A very low position brought about by squatting or bending the knees as much as possible is not advisable, especially when you use a load.
• Stop any activity if you feel pain in the area being worked.
• If you have any condition that would impair or limit your ability to engage in physical activity, please consult a physician before attempting this activity.

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