The Mixed Martial Arts (Mixed Martial Arts or MMA) is a combat sport in full contact, also known in Battle Gàabbia or Ultimate Fighting. The main feature of MMA is its exciting combination of fighting techniques and struggle, on the ground, standing or sitting position, allowing people of all sizes to excel in this discipline. [1]
Although the intense physicality and the potential dangers of MMA workouts are not for everyone, if done well can be exceptional, very funny, and if you are really good, they will give you the chance to become a professional. If you are interested and willing to try, at least you will know if this sport is for you, and most likely you'll have fun along the way.
steps
1Considera what you get from your involvement in mixed martial arts. Do you want to fight in a cage or a ring? Want to try a new method of training and learn the techniques of basic combat? Do you prefer to dedicate yourself to the fight, or the total contact? While you can always change your mind later, it is important to think about your goals before you dedicate yourself to the training fund, as these will guide your choices and your limits. Another important aspect is your current martial arts background. Knowing martial arts following gives you a great base to succeed nell'MMA:
Karate, Muay Thai, judo, wrestling, greek roman wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. [2]
Common techniques and useful moves nell'MMA include: boxing, kickboxing, knees, fists, elbows, footwork, knockdowns, projections, direct hits, ground fighting, submission holds, and so on. [3] You may already know some of these techniques or you'll need to prepare yourself to learn a variety of techniques if you have no experience.
2Parla with the people you know who practice MMA. You may be very surprised to find out how many people train in one of the forms of discipline. These people can be excellent sources of information about different schools and training methods. Some schools are very serious, and prepare people to fight amateur or professional, while others have a more relaxed approach. Ask them why they prefer one approach over the other, to make things clearer and find the school that suits you.
3Visita some schools or courses. Most of the better known ones allow you to attend a lecture. Pay close attention to the methods of teaching, and interactions between the fighters. If you like what you see, ask the instructor if you can go for a trial lesson, you will usually be offered free of charge or for a small fee. It is important for instructors to assess your skills and put you in a class of people at your level, because you will have a lot to learn.
Find a school that you like, with people with whom you feel comfortable. You will need to have a close relationship with them and exchange blows and sweat. Do not be afraid to change schools if you are not satisfied.
Find out what you need to do in class. It is very important! You can get hurt, even during your first lesson. Are you prepared mentally and financially to this possibility? Be sure of it, and remember that other people besides you could be affected by your own injury. Ask all the questions you can about the lessons and informed about the procedures taken to ensure the safety of learners in learning.
4Procurati the proper equipment. You will need to consider clothing and protection.
As far as basic clothing, men wear shorts and T-shirts, while women sports bras and shorts [4].
For protection, it is important that men wear shells and all the fighters wear a mouthguard. It is very important that the mouthpiece is the right size, so if in doubt, ask someone to help you.
5Frequenta your first class. You'll probably be a little nervous, and you'll have a great desire to show off. Remember that there is no need to feel this way! Do not be afraid to be awkward; all were beginners. Try to mix and learn from experience.
Relax. The biggest mistake that tend to make the new students is that they do not know how to relax. I do not think they are already good the first day, and having to subject someone to show your worth. The only thing you achieve is exaggerating sfiancarti, and probably will hurt yourself or someone else.
6Concentrati on proper breathing. Unless you do not have previous experience in a fighting style, you're probably not ready to receive a punch. Not ready to make you take your breath away from the weight of the body of an opponent on your chest. The secret is to keep breathing long and determined. Many people neglect breathing, depriving themselves of needed oxygen to the muscles and body to work. Find a good instructor to teach you breathing techniques and tell you about the reactions and feelings that you will experience before you have to deal with them. Do not trust those who do not give weight to this part of learning.
7Ascolta all, especially the little details. Most of what you will learn is related to the technique. If you do not learn good technique from the start, you will always have problems in the fighting. Learn MMA often means making small changes to your technique and the moves of other fighting styles you already know. You will need to be open and willing to learn these variations, because nell'MMA can make all the difference in the world. Too many people believe they do not have to pay attention to detail. After a while, these people feel frustrated and give up because they can not get good results.
Learn the lingo of MMA. There are many words and phrases that at first you will not understand. It's a good idea to borrow books sull'MMA, or read up online, so you know the meaning of all the terms and all the abbreviations, phrases and exclamations combat.
8Infine but not least, learn to recognize when it's time to give up. Yielding means surrender and grant victory to the opponent. As a beginner, know your limits is a sign of strength and intelligence, and not a sign of weakness. If you push too far beyond your ability to run the risk of hurting and probably decideresti to give up MMA. When you feel pain, or you know that the pain is coming, give in! Do not feel compelled to be tougher than the rest. Many techniques require only a small movement to go from pain to a serious injury. There is always someone bigger or smaller than you, who can hurt you. Swallow the pride, and remember that your goal is to learn. Over time, your strength, your skills and your attitude will improve very all'MMA; until then, make health your first priority.
advice
See more battles you can, but do not ever think I could learn to play a sport watching on television. You'll get a good idea of what to expect, but training and practice are the only things that can make you a fighter. Consider the same way this article; You can find out if MMA is for you just trying it for yourself.
Always remember, take care of yourself and the people with whom you train. If you get injured, your companion will suffer as you would suffer for his injury. You can not have fun if you stay alone in class because the others are all injured.
Warnings
It is a sport growing rapidly, and the business side of the sport is growing with the same speed. There are many schools that have opened up to capitalize on the popularity of the sport. As a result, the quality is always excellent. Check the credentials of your instructor, and do research. You pay for your training, and that money should be allocated to those who deserve it. After all, your health is in your hands.
Sooner or later you'll get hurt. Maybe just a cut, a bruise or a black eye, maybe worse. Be ready for anything and protect yourself at every opportunity.
Do not EVER sign a contract. The schools offer a contract does not have confidence in their ability to retain students. Some schools will justify the contracts as motivation to not give up for a decision on impulse. Do not say, however, that not all are suitable all'MMA, and people who decide to leave are probably right to do so. And they can always pick up when they want. The contracts only serve to line the pockets of the schools, not to protect the students.