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Bodyweight Strength Progressions for Martial Artists at Home

Fitness, Home Study Students / By Joel Williams / February 28, 2026 / conditioning, fitness, Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Martial Arts, strength, Train At Home, workout

You don’t need a fully equipped gym to build strength for martial arts. Bodyweight training offers a practical, effective way to develop strength, stability, and control—especially for martial artists training at home. When structured as progressions, bodyweight exercises can be just as challenging as lifting weights. Keep reading to dive into these topics.

Hojo Undo: “Old School” Martial Arts Strength Training

Fitness / By Joel Williams / November 28, 2023 / conditioning, fitness, Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, hojo undo, karate, Martial Arts, strength training, Train At Home

Hojo undo is a term in martial arts, particularly associated with Okinawan styles like Karate. It refers to supplementary training exercises that help develop strength, conditioning, and techniques. Hojo undo aims to enhance a practitioner’s physical abilities and reinforce the principles of their martial art. Read on to learn more about these “old school” strength training methods.