Beginning in Mixed Martial Arts

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is becoming popular not only here in Singapore but around the world. In fact, many Singaporeans, men and women alike, consider MMA for the benefits it yields both mentally and physically. The fact that it is a full contact combat sport does not bother many Singaporeans.

You should know that MMA combines grappling and striking techniques whether it is in standing or seating positions. Followers of MMA think that it is one of the toughest sports in the world. MMA can be painful and exhausting but if you are serious about it, you will surely enjoy it.

If in this case you are still determining if MMA is for you, you have to consider the following things:

• What do you want? The first thing that you should consider is what you want with MMA. Do you want MMA as your exercise or do you want this as a career. Once you determine this, everything will fall into place.
• Training process: When you are training for MMA, your body should be ready. Do you want to take it seriously? If yes, you should adhere to strict diet and exercises that will increase your speed, power, stamina, strength, flexibility and agility.
• Visit classes and schools: You should go around your place and visit classes and schools. There are schools that will allow you to sit in and observe. Take this opportunity to “get the feel of it”. If you feel comfortable, you should go for it.
• Secure gears: You need to secure your gears before starting anything. You need shorts, t-shirts and mouthpiece. You do not need shoes when you are in the ring.

If at the end of your first class you feel that you need MMA, you should be serious about it especially the training. With that, good luck and fight on!