Sweet Science Of Fighting Podcast
Sweet Science of Fighting
Sweet Science of Fighting interviews leading strength & conditioning coaches to provide you with the latest methods for enhancing your fight performance.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 47min
S&C Lesson's From The Most "Winningest" Teams w/ Simon Thomas (SSOF Ep 134)
Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/
BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/
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SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"
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In this episode of the Sweet Science of Fighting podcast, Simon Thomas shares his extensive experience in sports training, particularly in rugby and his transition to baseball.
He discusses the cultural differences between rugby and American sports, the importance of team dynamics, and the principles of training that apply across different sports.
Simon emphasizes the significance of impulse, power, and momentum in athletic performance, and how to balance size and speed in training. He also highlights the importance of transfer and carryover in training, conditioning strategies for repeatability and power endurance, and the need for continuous improvement in athletes.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Simon Thomas and His Background
02:30 Success Factors of the Crusaders Rugby Team
05:07 Cultural Differences in Sports: Rugby vs. American Sports
07:49 Impulse, Power, and Momentum in Collision Sports
10:22 Training for Size Without Losing Speed
13:07 Mindset and Competition in Sports Training
24:14 The Role of Strength and Conditioning in Sports Performance
28:32 Measuring Impact: Transfer and Carryover in Training
32:12 Repeatability and Conditioning: Balancing Power and Endurance
38:14 Building Aerobic Capacity: The Importance of Base Fitness
43:42 Progression Over Perfection: Setting Realistic Goals
Simon's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-thomas-5656b540/
Online Training Programs:
🥊 Strength Train Like A Professional Boxer: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/professional-boxing-training-program/
👊 Underground Boxing Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-boxing-conditioning-system/
💪 Dominate The Mats Strength Training For Grappling: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-grappling-strength-training-program/
🥋 Underground Grappling Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-grappling-conditioning-system/
👊 Dominate The Cage MMA Strength Program: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/dominate-the-cage/
😤 Underground MMA Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-mma-conditioning-system/
Jan 13, 2025 • 43min
Special Strength Training For Fighters & Bondarchuk Periodization w/ Martin Bingisser (SSOF Ep 133)
Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/
BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/
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SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"
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In this episode of the Sweet Science of Fighting Podcast, host James welcomes back Martin Bingisser, a seasoned coach in hammer throw.
They discuss Martin's coaching journey, the concept of special strength training, and the importance of overload in sports training.
Martin shares insights on using water bags for coordination, the distinction between general and specific strength, and Bondarchuk's exercise classification system.
The conversation also explores how these principles can be applied to combat sports and the significance of work capacity in training.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Coaching Background
02:20 Understanding Specific Strength Training
05:00 Overloading in Training: Key Considerations
07:23 Dynamic Correspondence in Strength Training
09:59 Practical Applications in Rugby and Combat Sports
12:34 Using Water Bags for Coordination Overload
15:24 General Strength Training and Core Work
21:44 Innovative Training Techniques for Athletes
22:50 Understanding Bondarchuk's Exercise Classification
25:18 Balancing Training Categories for Optimal Performance
26:52 Implementing Bondarchuk's System in Combat Sports
33:33 Work Capacity: Beyond Traditional Conditioning
37:17 Specificity in Training: Output vs. Adaptation
Martin's Website: https://www.hmmrmedia.com/
Online Training Programs:
🥊 Strength Train Like A Professional Boxer: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/professional-boxing-training-program/
👊 Underground Boxing Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-boxing-conditioning-system/
💪 Dominate The Mats Strength Training For Grappling: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-grappling-strength-training-program/
🥋 Underground Grappling Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-grappling-conditioning-system/
👊 Dominate The Cage MMA Strength Program: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/dominate-the-cage/
😤 Underground MMA Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-mma-conditioning-system/
Dec 23, 2024 • 52min
The Fallacy Of The Force-Velocity Spectrum & How Jump Testing Impacts Programming w/ Paul Comfort
Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/
BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/
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SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"
https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guard
https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-shorts
In this episode of the Sweet Science of Fighting podcast, Dr. Paul Comfort discusses his extensive background in sports science and strength and conditioning.
He shares insights on testing methodologies for strength, speed, and power in athletes, emphasizing the importance of jump performance and reactive strength.
Dr. Comfort also explores the relationship between strength training and jumping ability, the comparison between Olympic lifts and jump training, and the complexities of force-velocity relationships in athletic performance. His expertise provides valuable perspectives for coaches and athletes looking to enhance performance through scientific principles.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Paul Comfort and His Background
08:53 Analyzing Jump Performance and Reactive Capability
13:42 Strength Training and Its Impact on Performance
19:57 Understanding Fatigue and Its Effects on Jump Mechanics
25:18 Understanding Jump Performance and Body Mass
32:48 Olympic Lifts vs. Jumps: A Comparative Analysis
40:50 The Role of Intent in Strength Training
Paul's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulcomfort1975/
Research: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Paul-Comfort
Online Training Programs:
🥊 Strength Train Like A Professional Boxer: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/professional-boxing-training-program/
👊 Underground Boxing Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-boxing-conditioning-system/
💪 Dominate The Mats Strength Training For Grappling: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-grappling-strength-training-program/
🥋 Underground Grappling Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-grappling-conditioning-system/
👊 Dominate The Cage MMA Strength Program: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/dominate-the-cage/
😤 Underground MMA Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-mma-conditioning-system/
Dec 16, 2024 • 42min
Setting Up The Perfect Boxing Fight Camp w/ Duncan Ogilvie (SSOF Ep 131)
Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/
BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/
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SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"
https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guard
https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-shorts
In this episode of the Sweet Science of Fighting podcast, host James speaks with Duncan Ogilvie, a seasoned strength and conditioning coach with a rich background in sports science and boxing.
Duncan shares insights into his journey from basketball to strength conditioning, the differences in training philosophies between the UK and the USA, and his experiences working with boxers at various levels.
The conversation delves into the specifics of training tall athletes, the importance of specificity in strength training, and the structure of effective training sessions.
Duncan also discusses the camp mentality in boxing, the block periodization approach, and how conditioning evolves as fighters prepare for bouts.
Throughout the episode, he emphasizes the need for continuous athlete development and the integration of strength and conditioning with technical training.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Duncan Ogilvie
04:54 Differences in Strength Conditioning: UK vs. USA
10:34 Progressing from General to Specific Training
17:33 The Role of Olympic Lifts in Boxing Training
23:33 Peaking and Tapering: Preparing for Fight Week
28:13 Conditioning Strategies Throughout the Camp
36:06 Amateur vs. Professional Training: Key Differences
Duncan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunc.ogilvie/
Website: https://www.dotraining.co.uk/
Online Training Programs:
🥊 Strength Train Like A Professional Boxer: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/professional-boxing-training-program/
👊 Underground Boxing Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-boxing-conditioning-system/
💪 Dominate The Mats Strength Training For Grappling: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-grappling-strength-training-program/
🥋 Underground Grappling Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-grappling-conditioning-system/
👊 Dominate The Cage MMA Strength Program: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/dominate-the-cage/
😤 Underground MMA Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-mma-conditioning-system/
Dec 9, 2024 • 52min
How Bangtao Muay Thai Are Creating The Next Generation Of Professional Fighters w/ Eoin Scullion (SSOF Ep 130)
Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/
BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/
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SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"
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In this episode of the Sweet Science of Fighting podcast, host James interviews Owen Scully, a strength and conditioning coach at Bangtao Muay Thai in Thailand. Owen shares his journey into the world of strength and conditioning, detailing his experiences in rugby, personal training, and coaching in various countries.
He discusses the unique approach to strength and conditioning at Bangtao, emphasizing the integration of training for both tourists and professional fighters. Owen explains the importance of collaboration with technical coaches, the structure of training weeks for fighters, and the significance of monitoring and testing in their programs.
He also touches on the balance between general strength training and specificity for fighters and the conditioning protocols used to enhance performance. The conversation concludes with insights into the evolving nature of coaching and the exciting future plans for Bangtao.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Strength Conditioning Journey
06:06 Transition to Bangtao Muay Thai
11:54 Strength Conditioning at Bangtao
16:56 Training Structure and Fighter Management
23:54 Monitoring and Testing in Strength Conditioning
25:47 Innovations in Training Equipment
27:07 Strength Training Fundamentals
31:36 Specificity in Training Programs
33:50 Conditioning Strategies for Fighters
40:57 In-Camp vs. Out-of-Camp Training
47:23 Adapting Training for Fight Week
Eoin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eoinscullion_com/
Online Training Programs:
🥊 Strength Train Like A Professional Boxer: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/professional-boxing-training-program/
👊 Underground Boxing Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-boxing-conditioning-system/
💪 Dominate The Mats Strength Training For Grappling: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-grappling-strength-training-program/
🥋 Underground Grappling Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-grappling-conditioning-system/
👊 Dominate The Cage MMA Strength Program: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/dominate-the-cage/
😤 Underground MMA Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-mma-conditioning-system/
Dec 2, 2024 • 1h 1min
MMA Conditioning, Eccentrics, & Power Development w/ Bill Smart (SSOF Ep 129)
Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/
BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/
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SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"
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Bill and James discuss various training methodologies, the importance of understanding muscle architecture, and the role of conditioning in combat sports.
The conversation also covers the significance of long duration isometrics, eccentric training, and the complexities of striking mechanics in martial arts.
Bill emphasize the need for tailored training approaches based on individual athlete requirements and the importance of testing and monitoring performance.
Timestamps
00:00 From Overweight to eSports Champion
02:52 The Evolution of Training: From Bodybuilding to Martial Arts
05:36 Exploring Long Duration Isometrics in Training
08:31 The Science Behind Speed and Power in Combat Sports
11:34 Understanding Muscle Architecture and Performance
14:17 The Role of Isometrics in Athletic Training
16:52 Investigating Striking Techniques and Force Production
20:05 The Complexity of Muscle Function in Combat Sports
23:03 Conditioning in Endurance Sports: Zone Two vs. HIIT
30:34 Understanding Zone Two Training
33:23 High-Intensity Intervals vs. Zone Two
36:20 Conditioning Needs in Combat Sports
38:57 Power Development in Combat Sports
47:47 Eccentric Training and Its Applications
Bill's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarter_performance/
Online Training Programs:
🥊 Strength Train Like A Professional Boxer: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/professional-boxing-training-program/
👊 Underground Boxing Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-boxing-conditioning-system/
💪 Dominate The Mats Strength Training For Grappling: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-grappling-strength-training-program/
🥋 Underground Grappling Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-grappling-conditioning-system/
👊 Dominate The Cage MMA Strength Program: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/dominate-the-cage/
😤 Underground MMA Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-mma-conditioning-system/
Nov 25, 2024 • 53min
Overshoot, Changing Muscle Architecture, & Magic Of Speedball Training w/ Angus Ross (SSOF Ep 128)
Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/
BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/
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SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"
https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guard
https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-shorts
In this episode of the Sweet Science of Fighting Podcast, host James speaks with Angus Ross, a sports scientist and strength coach, about the overshoot phenomenon in athletic training.
Angus shares insights from his work with various athletes, discussing the implications of strength training on muscle fiber types and performance.
The conversation delves into practical applications of the overshoot phenomenon, the importance of eccentric training, and the role of fascial adaptations in athletic performance.
Angus emphasizes the need for strategic training approaches and the balance between strength and speed in different sports.
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction to Angus Ross and Overshoot Phenomenon
05:33 Understanding the Overshoot Phenomenon
11:24 Application of Overshoot in Various Sports
16:54 Long Muscle Length Isometrics and Their Benefits
22:46 Challenges and Considerations in Training
28:44 Understanding Eccentric Training: Benefits and Misconceptions
35:09 Progressing Eccentric Training: From Slow to Fast
44:32 Fascial Adaptations: The Interplay of Strength and Elasticity
Angus email: Angus.Ross@hpsnz.org.nz
Online Training Programs:
🥊 Strength Train Like A Professional Boxer: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/professional-boxing-training-program/
👊 Underground Boxing Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-boxing-conditioning-system/
💪 Dominate The Mats Strength Training For Grappling: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-grappling-strength-training-program/
🥋 Underground Grappling Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-grappling-conditioning-system/
👊 Dominate The Cage MMA Strength Program: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/dominate-the-cage/
😤 Underground MMA Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-mma-conditioning-system/
Nov 18, 2024 • 16min
ATTENTION Coaches! This Is For You (Helping Push Combat S&C Profession Forward)
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Nov 11, 2024 • 50min
NEW Advancements In Muay Thai Strength & Conditioning w/ Lee Brown (SSOF Ep 126)
Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/
BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/
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SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"
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In this episode of the Sweet Science of Fighting podcast, Lee Brown discusses his extensive research in Muay Thai and combat sports, focusing on strength conditioning, physiological profiles, and innovative training methods. He highlights the importance of the PowerCube for measuring striking force, the relevance of Olympic weightlifting derivatives for improving kicking performance, and the implications of post activation potentiation in training. Lee also emphasizes the need for more research in Muay Thai and shares insights from his PhD journey.
Timestamps
00:00 Lee Brown's Background and Academic Journey
03:00 Understanding the Power Cube and Its Applications
08:51 Physiological Profiles of Muay Thai Athletes
15:10 Olympic Weightlifting Derivatives for Kicking Performance
23:31 Training Limitations and Ethical Considerations
29:05 Post Activation Potentiation: Myths and Realities
43:29 Insights from PhD Research on Strength Conditioning
Lee's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lee_brown_75/
NSCA Sig LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9820026/
Online Training Programs:
🥊 Strength Train Like A Professional Boxer: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/professional-boxing-training-program/
👊 Underground Boxing Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-boxing-conditioning-system/
💪 Dominate The Mats Strength Training For Grappling: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-grappling-strength-training-program/
🥋 Underground Grappling Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-grappling-conditioning-system/
👊 Dominate The Cage MMA Strength Program: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/dominate-the-cage/
😤 Underground MMA Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-mma-conditioning-system/
Nov 4, 2024 • 55min
Using Weight Training As A Conditioning Stimulus? w/ James Ramsey (SSOF Ep 125)
Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/
BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/
SSOF Rash Guard & Shorts Discount - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/sweet-science-rash-guard
SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"
https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guard
https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-shorts
In this episode, James Lee Ramsey discusses the intricacies of breath-hold training and its physiological effects, particularly in relation to lactate and mitochondrial adaptations. He shares insights from his research on resistance training, VO2 kinetics, and the importance of high-intensity training for athletes. The conversation emphasizes the need for tailored conditioning methods for combat sports and the distinction between training for general populations versus elite athletes.
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction and Background on Breath-Hold Training
02:42 Physiological Mechanisms Behind Breath-Hold Training
11:23 Transition to Resistance Training Studies
14:18 Resistance Training to Failure and Its Effects
17:17 Practical Applications and Considerations for Athletes
27:04 Impact of Exercise on Blood Flow and Performance
29:30 VO2 Max and Its Relevance
31:34 Challenges in Research and Study Design
34:47 VO2 Kinetics and Conditioning
36:15 Training for Improved VO2 Kinetics
38:24 High-Intensity Training and VO2 Kinetics
40:25 The Role of Strength Training in Conditioning
41:09 Circuit Training and Its Effectiveness
45:01 The Importance of Proper Training Techniques
48:38 Comparing Strength Work and Cardio for Conditioning
James Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/exerciseandnutritionscienceforhealthandsports
Online Training Programs:
🥊 Strength Train Like A Professional Boxer: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/professional-boxing-training-program/
👊 Underground Boxing Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-boxing-conditioning-system/
💪 Dominate The Mats Strength Training For Grappling: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-grappling-strength-training-program/
🥋 Underground Grappling Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-grappling-conditioning-system/
👊 Dominate The Cage MMA Strength Program: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/dominate-the-cage/
😤 Underground MMA Conditioning System: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/underground-mma-conditioning-system/
