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11-06-2009, 06:06 AM
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help please
hey guys just wondering what would be the best workout to gain size and strength im a beginner in muay thai and dont know much please help its greatly appreciated.
thanks guys
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11-06-2009, 06:09 AM
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Originally Posted by f88austyer
hey guys just wondering what would be the best workout to gain size and strength im a beginner in muay thai and dont know much please help its greatly appreciated.
thanks guys
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Hi -- You should start by reading the FAQ, which is a sticky at the top of the main page. It will tell you the basic information you should know. If you have specific questions after that, post 'em.
Good luck with your training.
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11-06-2009, 06:13 AM
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Originally Posted by flak
Hi -- You should start by reading the FAQ, which is a sticky at the top of the main page. It will tell you the basic information you should know. If you have specific questions after that, post 'em.
Good luck with your training.
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thanks mate i just read it and i think i might give the 5x5 workout a go this week, and im trying to gain some striking power would you have any suggestions?
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11-06-2009, 06:36 AM
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legs and core strength really help with your striking, but technique and practice are still the best overall, good luck in your training.
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11-06-2009, 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by f88austyer
im trying to gain some striking power would you have any suggestions?
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Keep going to muay thai class
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11-06-2009, 08:25 AM
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Originally Posted by f88austyer
thanks mate i just read it and i think i might give the 5x5 workout a go this week, and im trying to gain some striking power would you have any suggestions?
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Technique is a huge, huge part of striking power. Go to class, make a sincere effort, listen to your coach, try diligently to correct any mistakes you're making.
The one thing I'll say about weight training is, I would do woodchoppers (use a cable tower), high-rep/low weight calf raises and neck training, on top of the 5x5.
Reasons: The woodchoppers will develop your rotational strength for punching and kicking, the calf raises will build endurance so you don't go flat-footed, and the neckwork will enhance your ability to take a punch to the head/face.
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11-06-2009, 09:01 AM
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Ugh, flak got here before me.
Punching power = get stronger, while improving/refining your technique.
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11-06-2009, 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by flak
Reasons: The woodchoppers will develop your rotational strength for punching and kicking, the calf raises will build endurance so you don't go flat-footed, and the neckwork will enhance your ability to take a punch to the head/face.
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i heard reverse woodchoppers are better for the core motion of punching?
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11-06-2009, 09:19 AM
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i heard reverse woodchoppers are better for the core motion of punching?
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I should have clarified -- I would do the exercise high-to-low, low-to-high and horizontal, aka middle-to-middle.
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11-06-2009, 07:10 PM
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Be careful with how much weight you gain. Your conditioning will take a big hit if you put on too much too fast.
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