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The Importance of Proper Mechanics & Posture in Combat Sports

The Importance of Proper Mechanics & Posture in Combat Sports

January 6, 2020 By MAO40 Staff

Proper mechanics and posture in combat sports is very important. A good guard position and proper mechanics movement is common among different sports. Once you find your proper movement, then it can be applied to different sports. Posture is one of the most important part of success in combat sports. If you lean too much one way or the other can cause you to have sluggish footwork and leave you open to an attack. Bad habits in the gym are difficult to break but it will be worth it when you have success in your favorite combat sport.

Key Takeaways:

  • Many coaches and players have lazy approach towards the technical details of combat sports.
  • Knowing proper mechanics and tactics are the fundamental building blocks that advanced strategies can be built on.
  • Rejecting ego, and acceptance of being a beginner again is essential to growth and development.

“The importance of solid stance, mechanics and basics cannot be overstated as is true for kinetic link rotation in the rear foot and left hook and a good guard position is invaluable.”

Read more: https://www.fightmag.com.au/2019/11/06/the-importance-of-proper-mechanics-posture/

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