Combat Sports
Injury Prevention Exercises with John Kavanagh
John Kavanagh of Straight Blast Gym and coach to Conor McGregor demonstrates how using the Speed Bands while training for Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Martial Arts, Karate, Kick Boxing, Judo, Kenpo, Muay Thai, Aikido, Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and Taekwondo can dramatically improve the strength in the legs, hip and core regions.
Speed Bands target the fast-
Speed Bands are an Excellent Product for Improving Kicking Speed & Power and Developing Strength in the Core Region.
John Kavanagh – Martial Arts Coach SBGi
Kicking Drills with Speed Bands to Improve Power
Use the red or the stronger green resistance bands so you can train at your maximum intensity. Our resistance bands are of the highest quality on the market with the ability to stretch 5 times their own length.
While you are working under resistance your muscles instantly start working harder activating those fast-
Feet Work Exercises
Speed Training for Combat Sports
Balance and lower body strength are vital in combat sports. As you perform a workout with the Speed Bands, you will feel your core and leg muscles working with every movement you make.
Use the bands throughout your training session when performing specific exercises to ensure all major muscles are getting an effective workout.
When you take off the straps and resistance bands perform all exercises, including all kick variations, takedowns, throw downs etc, and as soon as after the first session you will feel your legs lighter and faster and kicking stronger and more powerfully than ever before.
For best results use 2-
MMA Kicking Techniques
Fighting Techniques
Foot Speed Training for Combat Sports
MMA Training Exercises
