Dagestan is Taking Over MMA

 It was eventually going to happen. Dagestan and Russia generally is a strong MMA nation but Khabib team camp is setting a new standard for mma. 

Islam Makhachev is the new UFC lightweight champion but there is an army of talents coming from the camp and looking to take over the lighter weight divisions across the major organisations. 

As if Islam completely dominating Charles was not enough, Usman Nurmagomedov looks absolutely scary taking over Bellator only at 24 years of age. 

As a grappler and Bjj enthusiast, MMA is becoming more and more interesting with these new guys coming in. 

I bet there is a good chance we are going to see 3-4 UFC champions in the next few years. I can't be more excited. 

Bodybuilding For BJJ

Competition training for BJJ and grappling can sometimes be demotivating. The constant grind can wear out the body and the mind and it is important to vary training methods. 

One of the best ways to vary training is to spend X hours a week with weight training. Spending just a few hours a week especially with friends and team mates can give you the extra confidence and that extra edge when getting ready for competition. 

Strength plays an important part of grappling no matter what anyone tells you. Grapplers benefit from with explosive strength exercises but whatever you do, there is a mental benefit as well. 

Get some health workouts in guys!!

Take a look at Nick's inspiring weight training videos and take yourself off the mats for a bit while still improving!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCw4QzPM4Rs