Tips for Finding the Right MMA Studio for You

There are so many factors to consider when choosing an MMA studio. Studios, like apples, come in such great variety. The idea of finding the right one can be overwhelming. You can search the net or peruse the local phone book and find an overabundance of studios, each promising great teaching and fantastic results. However, like shoes, studios aren’t a one size fits all.

One of the main factors to consider in choosing a studio is being clear about what you expect out of the practice. What are you looking for? Greater skill, formal instruction, body change and increased strength can all be benefits of an MMA regimen, but what is your priority. Once you’ve been able to prioritize, it will narrow your search. Be mindful or success gimmicks and unrealistic promises. There are ‘no short cuts or back doors’ that can substitute for true commitment to the art and to the training involved in MMA.

Another factor to consider is your lifestyle. For many, the studio is not just their place of practice it is their ‘home away from home’. It can be there place of sanctuary and their place of spiritual focus. In searching for a studio, it is imperative that it feels like a place you could be for a long time. Commitment to the practice is requisite. If the studio is a place that you don’t connect with, don’t stay. Additionally, distance and hours of service play great roles in how the gyms location fits in with your lifestyle. If it takes too long to get there or isn’t open when you are available to participate, the studio isn’t for you.
Also of great significance in choosing a location are the instructors. Are they highly qualified? How many years of experience do they have as both instructors and as participants in their sport? Is there a true sense of respect amongst all those in attendance? Is the business legitimate? How are the facilities kept? Are rules and regulations clearly explained and defined for all participants? Are the fees comparable with other studios in the area? Do they offer group and individual instruction? Is the student to instructor ratio appropriate?

These are just a few of the questions to consider.
Choosing an MMA studio can be challenging. Not unlike choosing a car, be certain that you take the time to do the research. Take a few of the free trial classes offered at any of the studios you are considering before committing. Because this is a long-term commitment on your and the studios parts, you want to make sure that it is an excellent fit for you, one you can remain with for the long haul.

Unlimited MMA located in Milpitas, 5 minutes away from San Jose, CA, is offering free trial classes for anybody who is interested in MMA, BJJ or Kickboxing.
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Jose Palacios to participate in Glory’s 155lb 8 man tournament

Unlimited MMA Jose Palacios will be fighting on May 11 Road to GLORY USA in Milwaukee, WI. Titled “Knockout Kings”, Jose Palacios will be feature in a one night, 8 man Lightweight tournament.

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Big Wins at Muay Thai Global 1, Alvin Cacdac returns to the PXC and Tristan Arenal enters the K-1 Ring!

Miranda Cayabyab and Josh San Diego started the new year of competition with a bang. San Diego stopped his opponent Matt Lucas in the first round and Miranda took home the MTG 115lb Title with a Unanimous Decision victory over the very tough Jennifer Tung at Muay Thai Global 1

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Alvin Cacdac returns to the PXC in a Flyweight Title Contender qualifier bout on February 16th at Ynares Arena in Manila, Philippines

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Tristan Arenal will be making his first appearance in the Kickboxing Ring since his amateur career to participate in the prestigious K-1 Event at the Arnold Classic in Columbus, Ohio on February 28th

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Kickboxing—One of the Best Workouts for Your Body

Kickboxing—One of the Best Workouts for Your Body

Are you looking for one of the best full body workouts possible? Then, kickboxing is it. Kickboxing has long been regarded as a highly effective training regimen for mixed martial artists and fitness enthusiasts, alike. Kickboxing combines the precision of targeted kicks with strategic power punches. This practice is absolute energy and decidedly effective for complete body toning.

There are countless benefits found in kickboxing. Whether readying for a sparring match, honing in on martial arts skills, or bettering your self-defense competence, kickboxing will allow you to reach great cardio conditioning and muscular toning goals. Here are a few of the benefits of engaging in a kickboxing practice:

1) Transforming your body with targeted toning
2) Increased cardio fitness and conditioning
3) Competitive-style sparring without physical contact
4) If combined with a trainer, it can carefully identify skill weakness
5) Perfect for varying your workout to combat workout tedium
When it comes to transforming your body, kickboxing is the ideal fitness companion. The targeted punches, kicks and knee-jabs vigorously work you upper and lower back muscles, along with your abdominal core. The continuous actions of the firing muscles work to strengthen and lengthen as the movements are correctly performed.

The conditioning offered in kickboxing works to increase cardio capacity and overall endurance. The constant motion, the elevated arm positions and the ‘bobbing and weaving’ keep your heart rate elevated, intensifying the aerobic efforts. For amateurs and novices alike, the conditioning aspect found in kickboxing can also assist in high calorie burning.
Many kickboxing participants opt to use a trainer in their practice. This is especially effective for those training for MMA and other martial arts matches. Using a trainer can help you find the weaknesses in your form and skill, giving you the opportunity to refine your practice.

Often times, when we are in heavy training and workout modes, we can begin to become uninterested in the routine. This disinterest can lead to setbacks in your training. Adding variety with practices like kickboxing can help you get over the hump. Additionally, the high intensity of the practice will still offer you great results.
If you are looking to increase your strength and staying power with an activity that will help you with your focus and skill, kickboxing should be the choice. It combines strict martial arts practice with the fluid movements of street fighting. It works to increase overall muscle force while increasing aerobic conditioning. If you are a general fitness enthusiast, training for an amateur martial arts match or looking for and individual activity that can be highly effective as a stress-reliever, kickboxing can be one of the greatest workout options for you.

Get in to shape today. Unlimited MMA offers full cardio kickboxing classes to San Jose and the greater bay area. Click to get a free 2 day trial.

Miranda Cayabyab headlines Muay Thai Global’s first event. Josh San Diego and John Cabrido on the undercard

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UNLIMITED’S 90 Day Challenge starts January 14th

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Muay Thai and the Role It Plays In MMA

Information about the origins of Muay Thai (or Thai Boxing) is very limited. This was, due in part, to the tradition being annihilated with a famous Burmese invasion against its creators from the Ayuddhaya period, under the rule of King Naresuan in the year 1854. There is very little information available about the Ayuddhaya. Any information about the people and their traditions has been located in early writings of the Burmese, Cambodian, and Europeans who traveled to the Asian shores. There have been a few records found in the history of the Lanna Kingdom – Chiangmai.

This ancient form of combat has often been understood as an effective martial art supported and practiced by the early Thai Kings and their Siamese (Thai) soldiers. This combat style was known to be fierce, efficient, and mostly lethal. It was used to settle formal disagreements and was highly regarded. It was also speculated that farmers and field workers to protect their lands from the constant foreign invasions also used this practice. The form changed under the rule of King Prachao Sua, known as the Tiger King period. The king was very committed to the practice and committed his troops to the formal training.

As new eras were ushered in with new kings at the helm, the Thai people continued to laud the sport and practice it with great fervor. Once a sport used with hand ties, bones and glass, along with other bindings, the practice moved to the use of gloves and incorporated a formal set of rules and regulations. It was no longer the sport of the military, but of the commoner as well. The practice was further evolved with the introduction of weight classes, ensuring that battles were more evenly fought.

Today, Muay Thai is acclaimed as the most important player in MMA. There are countless Muay Thai gyms and clubs around the world. It has trumped most classical combat styles in match ups. Mixing many of the traditional forms of martial arts practice, Muay Thai- or Thai Boxing, is used by many professional and amateur fighters. Not unlike other traditional Japanese and Asian fighting disciplines, Muay Thai has very formal training and conditioning aspects.

Those who train in Muay Thai gain great strength, work at mastering fighting skills exclusive to the practice, impressive flexibility and sharp and precise responses to oncoming strikes. For those who are earnestly seeking to hone in on their proficiency as MMA fighters, a thorough study and solid commitment in the practice of Muay Thai is essential.

Unlimited MMA have coaches from San Jose and Milpitas who specializes in Muay Thai. Contact us today for a free pass.

HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

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Unlimited’s Pro Fighters ready to bring home big wins in November

3 Fights in 3 weeks, The Unlimited Fight Team finishes the year with its best!

The month opens up with Jose Palacios vs Chris Kwiatkowski at Friday Night Fights on November 2nd in New York. Jose returns to the ring after an 8 month lay over, and we couldn’t be more excited to see him back in action.

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On November 11, Alvin Cacdac fights for a Title at Dragon House 12 facing Taylor McCorriston. Alvin Cacdac dominated his last fight in PXC 31, submitting Rex Wa early in the first round. The event will be hosted at the Marriott in Oakland, Ca.

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Tristan Arenal travels back to the Philippines for PXC 34 on November 17. Tristan returns to the ring after a sensational come from behind victory against Richie Redman in PXC 31.

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How to Cut Weight for your Upcoming MMA Fight

Many MMA fighters, attempting to weigh-in for a particular weight class have found themselves too heavy for their upcoming matches. In the sports world, dropping or cutting weight for weigh-in is commonplace for sports like wrestling and boxing. In efforts to have fairly uniform matches, many competitions require a weigh-in at least 24 hours before a legitimate contest. If you are above weight readying for your match there are some grounding strategies that can be used to assist you in reaching your optimal match weight.

First, it is strongly advised that you not undertake this strenuous activity of quick weight loss unsupervised. It is vital that a well-informed and well-respected practitioner monitor your process to lessen the harmful impact to your body. It is suggested that if the amount set to lose is greater than 10 lbs. in one day, that a suggested match rescheduling be discussed. It might be too harmful for your body to eliminate more than that amount in a 24-hour period.

There are several methods employed by practitioners that have been effective in pre-match weight dropping. In most instances, this drop is temporary and the weight is carefully taken up again. Although no one method is endorsed, many fighters have found them to be effective tools for weight loss. Here are a few of the methods used for weight dropping:

  1. Stopping Fluid Intake
  2. Diet Changes
  3. Increasing Perspiration
  4. Excretion Elimination or Diuretic Usage

There are numerous ‘schools of thought’ concerning fluid stoppage for rapid weight loss. As water is essential for our body’s moment-to-moment function, the removal of this vital element begins to work rather quickly. It is first noted in the form of thirst then to dehydration, then complete deprivation. Water is typically lost through respiration, urination and perspiration. This method of fluid stoppage is rarely used on its own. It is typically conjoined with one of the other methods to increase effectiveness.

Another method commonly used is increasing perspiration. With the use of tools like heavy clothes, plastic or synthetic sweat suits and saunas, many athletes utilize these rapid methods to increase perspiration output. On a cautionary note, because many of the methods reduce energy levels, strict monitoring is strongly suggested. Blood sugar levels drop, so a low calorie nutrition supplement is suggested during any rapid weight loss session to ensure that healthy body function continues, despite the deprived state.

One last method, and one not strongly recommended is the use of diuretics and laxatives. There are both natural and manufactured diuretics and laxatives available in great numbers. They are risky and can be dangerous to your normal body function. Although elimination will result in weight loss, it may not be worth the resultant unhealthy and harmful effects associated with it. Again, weight loss for matches takes careful planning and supervision. Enter this practice with great research, the right tools and experienced oversight.

Need help cutting weight? Need more information? ContactUnlimited MMA today.