This weekend one of the most anticipated movies of the summer drops – The Avengers! While there’s no “Hulk Smash” or “Shield Throw” strike in the MMA lexicon there is at least one blow related to a superhero.

In this MMATraining Technique of the Day, renowned trainer Kru Phil Nurse offers up some of his expertise on a variety of things including how to throw/land an effective Superman Punch.

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UFC middleweight Rousimar Palhares is one of the most physically intimidating 185ers in MMA with his short, stocky, extremely muscular physique. Rather than prohibit his attack inside the ring, “Toquinho” (i.e. “tree stump) is able to utilize his frame to latch onto opponents limbs and finish them off with a submission as he’ll try to do this weekend to Alan Belcher at UFC on FOX 3.

In this MMATraining Technique of the Day, Palhares had cameras document some of his strength training, thus giving viewers some insight into the type of workout routine it takes to achieve his level of fitness.

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There are few if any fighters who deliver kicks with the same authority as UFC heavyweight Pat Barry who will attempt to score a few this Saturday night when he faces Lavar Johnson at UFC on FOX 3.

In this MMATraining Technique of the Day, Barry demonstrates one of his favorite striking combinations with the assistance of fellow UFC fighter Matt Mitrione where he fakes a left hook only to follow up with a head-kick. It may not be the most orthodox maneuver but it’s definitely as effective a blow as a competitor could hope to land in a fight.

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This weekend UFC welterweight Johny Hendricks will face perhaps the toughest test of his career when he meets Josh Koscheck at UFC on FOX 3. While Hendricks is known for his one-punch knockout power, the decorated grappler also has a number of wrestling-related weapons at his disposal.

In this MMATraining Technique of the Day, Hendricks demonstrates one of them involving a fake double-leg takedown resulting in a front headlock takedown that’s both applicable on the mat and in a ring.

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If there’s one camp in the United States an individual should visit if hoping to refine his/her kickboxing it’s unquestionably Roufusport, the gym in Wisconsin run by famed trainer (and striker) Duke Roufus. Among the numerous high-level fighters calling his training center home are UFC competitors like Alan Belcher and Anthony Pettis.

In this MMATraining Technique of the Day, Roufus offers up advice on the proper way to hit/hold Thai Pads in order to help develop one’s striking rather than stunting the growth.

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BJJ blackbelt Robert Drysdale‘s credentials as a grappler are no secret. However, a few of his favorite moves are…or were, that is.

In this MMATraining Technique of the Day, Drysdale reviews his “Secret Back Attack”. While similar to a Rear-Naked Choke, the hold catches opponents off-guard based on the irregularity of arm-positioning.

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Moving from half-guard into side control may be one of the most basic passes in grappling but there’s no denying the importance of advancing one’s position on the ground, making it essential to master.

In this MMATraining Technique of the Day, Strikeforce bantamweight champ (and Olympic judoka) Ronda Rousey takes a break from breaking arms to demonstrate a highly-effective Half-Guard Pass.

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There are so many exercises to choose from in the Strength and Conditioning World, but only few that are really worth a damn. A lot of people focus on working Sport Specific Movements, but the body doesn’t just care about improving performance; but improving joint health and stability as well.

Strength and Conditioning is typically focused on building a strong athlete IN THE GYM. But what truly matters is building the best athlete in the cage. Even as a Strength and Conditioning Coach, I’d rather have most of my athletes spending more time drilling wrestling, boxing, or grappling than working with me in the gym.

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