Welcome!
I’ve been trolling the boards for years (and let’s be serious, predominantly the SATMA) and decided this would be an interesting experiment. My postings have been incredibly small, so this will be a rude introduction to me ![]()
As far as my background, you can check out some of articles on Elitefts.com by Casey S. Rusbridge. Up until 18 months ago I training exclusively in powerlifting, until injury and curiosity prompted me to try MMA. I’ve not looked back since.
My goal is to use this as an open look into an amateur MMA fighter’s training regime. That includes sport training as well as all the glory that happens in the weight room. You will see some of the bumps and bruises incurred throughout the process.
Currently I’m training to earn an Amateur fight, as our club has a ‘farm system’ to work up from beginner to pro.
My schedule is as follows:
Sun: Rest
Mon: 7am- DE Day, 6-8pm BJJ
Tue: 6 - 8pm Thai, 8-9pm MMA
Weds: 7am- DE Day, 6-8 BJJ
Thurs: 6-8pm Thai, 8-9pm Wrestling
Fri: 7am ME Lat/Pull Ups (a la Defranco)
Sat: mid-afternoon ME Lower + Upper
As you can see I’ve kind of set up a very non-traditional program- there is a bit of Westside, a touch of Defranco’s influence, a bunch of things I’ve learned through experimenting on my own, and a hell of a lot of skill work. Some of you will disagree with my methods, but so far it’s working, so screw you ![]()
Current focus is on altering body composition to lean out at the mid-190s and am using HOT-ROX for the first time (first week and I’ve noticed a considerable change!). Outside of green tea and a simple Whey, I’ve no supplements in my program (predominantly due to financial reasons).
Look for my first official log posting this evening!!