Mixed Martial Arts at the highest level can be scrutinized and misconstrued as “Too violent”, or “not suitable for children”. But the misconception of what you see on the television and the reality of MMA is quite different. We have listed some of the significant benefits in making martial arts apart of your life.
The worlds most popular MMA organization (The Ultimate Fighting Championship) has helped build the reputation of mixed martial arts, but with success, you will find the critics. At the highest level, severe injuries and eye-watering attacks do take place, but this is not what MMA represents – it is just a part of the professional game. When watching your next UFC event pay attention to more massive weight classes like the next fight, Derrick Lewis [+270] vs. Curtis Blaydes [-365] who are two massive fighters over 260 pounds. But ignore their offensive/defensive moves and think about the weight they are carrying and the extensive work their body is under for fifteen, sometimes twenty-five minutes. A genuinely incredible testament to the fitness level MMA can help anyone reach.
In the gym, MMA drill exercises are a fun and convenient method to assist keeping your heart rate high for any age, weight, or sexual orientation. These cardiovascular exercises are a crucial part of MMA athlete’s ability to maintain the pace, and for everyday people can help keep a healthy heart. With a stronger cardiovascular, it is also proven to reduce stress, support weight loss, and maintain lung health.
Our stress levels can be taken for granted and will be a significant health benefit if you are looking to train in martial arts. Reducing stress through the release of endorphins is common through everyday exercise, but with the high-intensity MMA workouts, you can take your brains chemical release to the next level. Disease-related illnesses are tackled through these methods and more importantly – our mental health. With the high rate of depression worldwide, MMA can be the perfect outlet for stress relief with the drills we mentioned, breathing techniques, socializing, core strength training amongst many others. There are hundreds of martial art forms, and some involve little to no attacks. Tai Chi, for example, focused on meditation and controlled breathing combined with movement.
Self-confidence comes hand in hand with mental health, as the happier you become, the more confidence you will obtain. Sometimes we often doubt ourselves in what we’re capable of and become intimidated of the successes of others, which is where the self-confidence in martial arts can help you overcome these issues.
The growth of your mental health will be followed with self-confidence. The happier you are, the more your confidence will grow – it is as simple as that. It is easy to doubt our capabilities, but once the cobwebs have fallen off, we all have the potential to achieve great things.
The dramatic effects of the brain’s cognition from MMA training have been amazing, especially the research taken out on children involved in martial arts. There are specific mental attributes such as AST (attention state training) that only become trainable through specific high-intensity focus-based training methods like MMA & Yoga. Research has proven the activity has reduced levels of aggressive behaviour, helping us to deal with real-life situations by de-escalating situations over aggravation.
Weight loss and obesity can be an embarrassing discussion, but the welcoming environment of an MMA gym will have you kicking the frustrations out of your body. And before you know it, those pounds have shredded at the same time. With one in five children suffering from obesity, save your children from the embarrassing workouts and find your nearest MMA gym.
Martial arts can help transform your life or your children’s life. There are hundreds of martial art forms to choose from; you might even want to train in multiple disciplines. Jiu-Jitsu, Karate, Judo, Taekwondo, Boxing, Kickboxing and Muay Thai to name a few, whichever martial art suits you remember – you’re one training session away from a mental and physical health boost.
