BJJ specific strength training is key to developing a top Brazilian jiu-jitsu game. BJJ strength and conditioning includes kettlebells, body weight training, yoga, movement drills, barbell training, and (of course) sparring on the mats. In this episode of the Charlie Vinch show, we are joined by Mark Disalvo, the top strength and conditioning coach of Marcelo Garcia. From Marcelo's academy in New York city, Mark Disalvo has trained some of the best including Matheus Diniz and Marcos Tinoco
Strength and conditioning for martial arts is essential to understand to avoid injury and maximize performance. BJJ strength training must be performed in such a way as to optimize training-time while also still allowing for gains in muscle-mass.
Sport-specific BJJ strength training involves figuring out the appropriate sets and reps for your sport. On this show, Mark Disalvo discusses BJJ strength and conditioning and helps Jiu-jitsu athletes understand what they can implement from a champion's lifestyle.
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