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Bill Smart and James discuss various aspects of conditioning and performance in MMA, focusing on the importance of understanding physiological adaptations, the role of eccentric training, and the need for specificity in training.
They explore how jump performance metrics can differentiate high-level athletes, the significance of eccentric qualities, and how to effectively integrate conditioning with technical training. The discussion also touches on the challenges of transitioning between grappling and striking, and the importance of recovery and adaptation in training programs.
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction and Technical Glitches
02:11 Understanding Conditioning and Physiology
05:09 Counter Movement Jumps in MMA
12:01 Eccentric Training and Performance
17:57 Eccentric Overload and Recovery
24:08 Influence of Fighting Styles on Performance
31:15 Exploring Training Protocols and Their Effects
32:34 Air Bike Limitations and Power Training
39:24 Frequency and Activation in Training
43:07 Specificity in Training for MMA
52:44 The Cost of Transitioning Between Grappling and Striking