MMA is one of the most physically strenuous professional sports in the world today. Fighters are often expected to perform at 80 to 90% of their max capacity for minutes on end, which can be incredibly draining. Think of it this way: how long can you squat 90% of your max for? A couple seconds, I'd assume--now imagine doing this with your entire body, and that should give you an idea of what MMA fighters have to endure. As such, a good MMA strength and conditioning program has become the staple of the elite fighter. Many people have neither the resources nor knowledge to complete quality programs in the amateur or even low-level pro circuits, so having a good program is a huge benefit.
Creating a good strength and conditioning program, though, requires a good amount of research and trial and error. This can take a significant amount of time--more than most athletes are willing to give up, especially in a sport with a small window of opportunity like MMA. Because of this, I've created this site to help you along your way and speed up the conditioning process. I also strongly suggest that you check out Eric Wong's Ultimate MMA Strength to the right, as it's also a great resource.
