A German suplex is a belly-to-back suplex that, when executed properly, has a devastating effect on a wrestling opponent. Two forces are at work when you execute a German suplex: the force of gravity…
Thanks to the Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC) and other competing and feeder leagues throughout the world, mixed martial arts events are now happening in virtually every major city in America.…
The leg squeeze flip is similar to the overhead sweep in mixed martial arts. In both techniques, you are tossing your opponent up and over your head after having him in a full guard. It allows you to…
Most joint locks in mixed martial arts involve taking advantage of an opponent carelessly allowing you to seize control of one of his limbs. The shoulder crank is different. It involves muscling your…
Side control is a very advantageous position in mixed martial arts. When you are on top of your opponent at a right angle to him, you have many options for striking or submitting him. However, a full…
In mixed martial arts, a shoulder lock performed with your legs is called an "Omoplata." It is a spectacular technique that can end a fight very quickly. It is usually done on an opponent trapped in…
A suplex is a very flashy way to throw your opponent to the mat in mixed martial arts. It involves picking your opponent up and using your own body weight to thrust him backward then drive him into…
The bridge and roll is a basic technique in mixed martial arts. It is a way to reverse side control when you are grappling on the ground. When you are chest-to-chest with an opponent and he is on top…
The sprawl defense is a standard response to a double leg takedown in mixed martial arts. When an opponent tries to grab your legs and bend you at the hips, move your legs out of reach and thrust your…
Before performing any mixed martial arts, you should always stretch to help prevent injury and strain, as with any form of exercise. Stretching before practice and tournaments also helps with…
Mixed martial arts (MMA) competitions are some of the most grueling sports events around. These fighters are well trained in many aspects of martial arts techniques, wrestling and general street…
A knee attack is something you want to avoid as much as possible in mixed martial arts. The force of a knee attack combined with the hardness and mass of the knee can create quite a painful…
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) tournaments call for a lot of quick movements and lateral motion, which can easily result in a sprained or twisted ankle if you aren't careful. Before you compete in even your…
When a person competes in a mixed martial arts tournament, safety is of primary concern in this violent sport. One of the primary aspects of safety is the taping of the wrists for mixed martial arts…
Combat and sport fighters alike understand that in most real-life situations fights go to the ground. Knowing how to grapple for victory is a critical part of surviving and winning fights. To improve…
Finding the best mixed martial arts dojo and trainer is one of the most important steps you take in your career as an MMA fighter. It is your trainer who can help guide you in not only a career as a…
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is an exciting, fast-paced contact sport with highly skilled fighters competing against each other. Organizations like the Ultimate Fighting Championship and the Pride…