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If your are just starting weight training for Martial Arts then seek expert advice to ensure you are getting the most from your efforts and also to ensure that you are lifting safely. If you learn to lift correctly right from the start, then injuries will be avoided.
Do not forget to warm up well and stretch before any resistance exercise. This will help towards injury prevention.
Do not lift alone! Accidents do happen and athletes have died after getting trapped under a weight that they could not lift back up.
Do not lift weights heavier than your program calls for. You want your weight training for Martial arts to benefit your progress not to cause injury.
Do not work your legs before running as tired leg muscles leaves the joints less protected and can cause jarring on the joints.
Do not forget to use the safety devices provided such as locking collars.
Do not unload a bar one end at a time. It may seem obvious but I’ve seen it done and the bar go flying.
Do not train with weights just before skill training as fatigue will hamper your efforts to learn a new skill.
Do not neglect any part of the body. A neglected muscle could become a weak point for you.
Weight Training for Martial Arts is great but always make sure you train safely!
Tags: Martial Arts, MMA, Safe Weight Training, UFC
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