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Progressive Overload for Martial Arts Training

Fitness / By Joel Williams / February 10, 2025 / exercise, fitness, flexibility, Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Martial Arts, power, strength, Train At Home, training, workout

In martial arts, strength, speed, endurance, and technique are all crucial for success. But how do you ensure consistent improvement over time? The answer lies in progressive overload, a fundamental training principle that applies to martial arts just as much as it does to weightlifting and conditioning. By understanding the science behind it, martial artists can train smarter, avoid plateaus, and continually enhance their performance. This blog explores the progressive overload principle and how you can apply a scientific approach to training.

Beginner’s Compound Exercise Workout Plan

Fitness, Home Study Students / By Joel Williams / January 31, 2025 / combat strong, endurance, fitness, Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Martial Arts, power, strength, Train At Home, workout

As discussed in our previous blog post, Compound Exercises for Functional Strength, compound exercises are perfect for martial artists because they build functional strength, improve coordination, and enhance overall athleticism. In this article, we give you a beginner’s compound-exercise plan that’s designed to be done 3 times a week (e.g., Monday, Wednesday, Friday) with rest …

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Nunchaku Kata Fundamentals

Nunchaku / By Joel Williams / January 17, 2025 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, karate, Kobudo, Martial Arts, martial arts weapons, Nunchaku, nunchucks, Train At Home

Nunchaku katas (forms) are structured sequences of movements that combine strikes, blocks, spins, and stances. They’re designed to develop technique, precision, coordination, and flow with the nunchaku. While traditional nunchaku katas may vary by martial-arts style or school, this blog post provides some ideas for “freestyle” katas and drills you can practice. Beginner Nunchaku Kata …

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Compound Exercises for Functional Strength

Fitness / By Joel Williams / January 3, 2025 / endurance, fitness, Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Martial Arts, power, strength, Train At Home

Compound exercises are perfect for martial artists because they build functional strength, improve coordination, and enhance overall athleticism. This blog article lists and describes excellent compound exercises that complement full-body strength for martial arts.

Developing Nunchaku Speed

Nunchaku / By Joel Williams / December 31, 2024 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, karate, Kobudo, Martial Arts, martial arts weapons, Nunchaku, online learning, Train At Home

Speed is a crucial element in mastering the nunchaku. Whether you’re practicing freestyle techniques, martial arts forms, or self-defense applications, speed not only enhances your performance but also improves your control and precision. Here’s how you can develop speed with your nunchaku while maintaining accuracy and safety.

Krav Maga Training, Equipment and Gear

Home Study Students, Krav Maga / By Joel Williams / December 18, 2024 / Combatives, Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Krav Maga, Martial Arts, online learning, training, Training Gear

Krav Maga, an Israeli self-defense system, is known for its practical techniques and real-world applications. Combining elements of boxing, wrestling, judo, and street fighting, it prepares practitioners for a variety of scenarios, from personal defense to high-stakes confrontations. Here’s a quick guide to the essentials for Krav Maga training, equipment, and gear.