Is Kickboxing a Good Workout? All the Data You Need.

When you’re serious about dedicating time to the gym and fitness classes, one question always comes to mind: Is that really a good workout? If you’ve never tried a kickboxing class before, but are considering taking one, this question is very likely at the top of your mind.

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Is an MMA Workout the Best Full Body Workout?

There are so many different workout routines out today, but how can you find the workout that best suits your body type? MMA athletes are trained and conditioned to use their entire body for a successful outcome in the octagon and a full body workout is the best way to your ideal body.

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How to Incorporate MMA Conditioning into Everyday Fitness

When you commit to exercise, it’s easy to get into the routine of doing the same things when you workout: You run a couple kilometres every day, you lift weights, you practice yoga or hop on a bike for a cycling session. While these exercises do work, they can get a little...repetitive.

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Why Kickboxing is a Great Full Body Workout

UFC GYM's Kickboxing Conditioning class is a 50-minute high calorie burning, high intensity workout that incorporates all your limbs and muscles. It starts with a 10-minute warm up, preparing the body to move, followed by bag work which includes punches, kicks and knees within 7 three minute rounds. Between rounds, expect active rest movements for maximum calorie burn.

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SEVEN ROUNDS WITH KRZYSZTOF SOSZYNSKI

UFC GYM sat down with Krzysztof Soszynski, Director of MMA and Fitness for UFC GYM Middle East, to talk fitness challenges and trends, training tips and more. Currently based in Dubai, Krzysztof is a former UFC Light Heavyweight Contender and he holds NASM, Kettlebell and TRX certifications. Read on and up your knowledge.

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FOUR ROUNDS WITH CUB SWANSON

We hit the gym with “Killer” Cub Swanson, UFC Featherweight and owner of UFC GYM Costa Mesa, to talk about the road to the Octagon, from fight prep to the importance of proper recovery.

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BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU FOR WOMEN

Do you have any idea how good it feels to physically stand your own against a man more than double your size? Jiu Jitsu was designed to use technique to overcome brute strength. A weaker and smaller opponent can dominate the big tough guy by using technique alone.

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WHAT TO EXPECT IN A UFC GYM KICKBOXING CONDITIONING CLASS

Many are seeking new fitness challenges & personal growth. The better we feel, the better we perform in life, whether it is at our jobs, in academics, sports, the list goes on. At UFC GYM, we offer Kickboxing Conditioning to give members a consistent full body workout that will create motivation! This fun but challenging class is accessible for all fitness levels & backgrounds. It’s a great workout with a sense of community, making Kickboxing Conditioning one of UFC GYM’s most popular classes. Here are a few things you can expect next time you sign up for Kickboxing Conditioning!

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WHAT TO EXPECT IN A UFC GYM BOXING CLASS

It’s a new year and you’re ready to transform your body for the better. Finding the motivation to workout can be difficult, but it’s a lot easier to get yourself to the gym when you LOVE what you are doing. At UFC GYM, we understand this, so we’ve developed fitness classes that are not only going to deliver results, but make the process fun! One of the most popular exercise classes at UFC GYM is Boxing Conditioning, and it’s easy to see why it is a member favourite. UFC GYM Coaches take basic boxing moves and combine them into sets of killer rounds that teach you new techniques, challenge your endurance and leave you dripping in sweat. The best part - you actually get to HAVE FUN!

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Kickboxing Classes for Beginners: What to Expect

Whether you're getting back into fitness, hitting the gym for the first time, or just looking for a way to switch up your workout, kickboxing can be an excellent way to get a whole body workout.

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4 Unexpected Reasons You Get the Best Workout at a Boxing Gym

Movies have created some memorable images of boxing gyms as places where trainers scream at street-tough boxers, and the stripped-down equipment is usually a lone punching bag and a jump rope. While those places certainly exist, more modern gyms have tons of equipment and resources that make boxing more appealing — and trainers that guide instead of bully. Best of all, you can get what boxers have had for decades: a truly killer workout.

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WHY BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU IS MY GO-TO WORKOUT

Hello, my name is Michael Vu.  I am 28-year-old human resources professional working in the corporate world.  I have been training in the UFC GYM Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for almost 2 years…and I love it!  Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, or BJJ, at UFC GYM has given me an experience like no other.  Since my job requires me to sit at a computer for most of my day, I need to stay as active as possible in my free time to stay healthy.  BJJ allows me to get a great workout, but also learn a lot about myself and the sport.

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