This collection brings together my MMA breakdowns, coaching articles and podcast conversations on striking, wrestling, grappling, tactics and preparation for mixed martial arts.
For the broader overview, start with the Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) hub.
Takedowns, Clinch and Wrestling
Khabib Nurmagomedov Takedown Breakdown
A technical study of how Khabib connected wrestling positions and takedowns in MMA.
Demian Maia BJJ Takedown Tactics in MMA
An analysis of how Maia built entries and takedowns around the requirements of MMA.
Fedor Emelianenko Clinch Throws & Takedown Breakdown
A study of Fedor's clinch work and throwing mechanics.
Judo in MMA: Karo Parisyan
A study of throws from Parisyan's fights and how Judo can be adapted to mixed martial arts.
Grappling and Submissions for MMA
Pulling Guard in MMA
A study of an uncommon but viable way for specialist grapplers to bring a fight to the ground.
Williams Guard for BJJ & MMA
A technical breakdown of the guard and its application to fighting.
The Bulldog Choke in MMA
A breakdown of the submission through examples from competition.
The Suloev Stretch Submission Breakdown
A study of a submission that appears at the intersection of wrestling scrambles and grappling.
Coaching and Preparation
Ecological Approach to MMA Striking with Scott Sievewright
A discussion of representative practice, perception and decision-making in MMA striking.
Greg Nelson on Coaching MMA Champions
A conversation about coaching, team culture and developing fighters.
Dr Reid Reale on Weight Loss & Weight Cutting for MMA
Evidence-informed discussion of weight management and combat-sport preparation.
Where to Continue
For coaching and learning theory, continue to Martial Arts Coaching & Skill Acquisition. For grappling-specific material, visit Jiu-Jitsu & Grappling.
