
Sweet Science Of Fighting Podcast You Didn't Know This About Conditioning For Fighters w/ James Langford (SSOF Ep 195)
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James Langford discusses his experiences in training professional MMA fighters and boxers, focusing on the challenges of funding in British wrestling, the importance of strength and conditioning, and the use of NERS devices for conditioning insights.
He emphasizes the distinction between central and peripheral limitations in athletes and shares strategies for adapting training based on testing data. The conversation also touches on the psychological aspects of high-intensity training and the need for a shift in mindset among athletes regarding their conditioning methods.
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction to Training Dynamics
03:02 Funding Challenges in British Wrestling
06:07 The Importance of Strength and Conditioning
09:00 Utilizing NIRS for Conditioning Insights
12:10 Understanding Central vs Peripheral Limitations
14:57 Conditioning Strategies for Professional Fighters
18:06 Adapting Training Based on Testing Data
21:03 Psychological Factors in High-Intensity Training
32:21 Psychological Fatigue in High-Intensity Training
34:16 Timing and Implementation of Sprint Intervals
37:19 Adjusting Training for Individual Athlete Needs
40:23 Interval Training Strategies for Different Phases
43:52 Balancing Volume and Intensity in Conditioning
48:02 Exploring Energy Systems and Conditioning Approaches
53:37 Testing and Monitoring Athletic Performance
