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Five health benefits of taking up MMA training

mma_1382447828For those looking in from the outside of the ring (or octagon),Ai??MMAAi??can appear to be a vicious and dangerous sport.

This most testing of disciplines is not for the feint hearted, admittedly. But beyond the stunning kicks and eye-watering submission moves, the benefits of participating in this ever-growing pastime cannot be doubted.

With a huge emphasis on fitness, strength and mental superiority, MMA combines everything that combat sports offer, all under one roof.

Here are five of the most recognised benefits of MMA and how they come together to make a you a fitter, healthier and more competent individual.

1. Stress Relief

There are few healthier ways of relieving stress than by physical activity.Ai?? With the mental focus needed to practice MMA, the stressful aspects of your life take a backseat while you are learning a new technique or defending yourself in a practice scenario.Ai?? Even a short, one hour class can be effective, as it gives you the break we often need to get reinvigorated and to re-focus on life.

2. Increased Strength

An obvious benefit of this most physical of sports is gaining extra strength. This is due to the fact that the various styles associated with a martial arts exercise programme will target all major muscles; instead of a regular exercise routine that will only focus on one area. This includes the upper and lower body. In short, MMA uses so many parts of the anatomy, you are engaging in a full body work out each time you take part in a training session or bout.

3. Endurance

As well as strength training, cardiovascular conditioning is also utilised when participating in mixed martial arts training. The physical activity not only increases your endurance, it also improves the performance of your heart and lungs; with other bodily systems adapting to perform at much higher levels. If you find the routine of your conventional gym workout tedious,Ai??martial arts trainingAi??is often much more entertaining ai??i?? meaning itai??i??s more likely youai??i??ll persist with it.

4. Improved Balance

With improved strength and endurance comes superior balance and flexibility. During MMA training your core muscles become more powerful you will be able to maintain your centre point more accurately as you practice kicks, jumps and other moves.

5. Confidence

One of the biggest benefits of MMA is the mental impact. You will learn to trust your own abilities when it comes to overcoming obstacles. The confidence gained from MMA training can benefit you in the office, your relationships, and wherever else you can use an increase in self assurance. You may find yourself with increased leadership skills or an ability to conquer presentations just like you would in the ring.

Fancy giving MMA a go?Ai??Get your gear now!

Hayabusa Equipment Restock

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We’ve recenlty taken stock of the most popular lines of equipment from Hayabusa.

With a full restock on everything from the Kanpeki Elite 2.0 Series, Tokushu, Ikusa and Pro Training Series equipment ranges, all of your favourite Hayabusa MMA Gloves, Hayabusa Bag and Sparring Gloves and much more are now back in stock!

To check out whats back in stock in the range of Hayabusa Bag Gloves and Hayabusa Sparring Gloves; check out ourAi??Hayabusa Boxing GlovesAi??page on our site.

For an overview of the Hayabusa Body Protectors and Hayabusa Pads back in stock, check out ourAi??Hayabusa Training EquipmentAi??page.

Check out theAi??Hayabusa MMA Gloves,Ai??Hayabusa Head GuardsAi??andAi??Hayabusa Shin GuardsAi??also now back in, from the above mentioned equipment ranges.

ULTIMATE PRO MMA GEAR BUNDLE

Bundle_1381501153If you are just starting up and looking to completely kit yourself out or if you are in the market to replace your old gear, then you won’t find a better value for quality fight gear bundle on the market!

The PRO MMA Ultimate Bundle comes complete with;

ai??? 16oz Gloves

ai??? 10oz Gloves

ai???Ai??4oz MMA Gloves

ai??? MMA Shin Guards

ai??? Thai Shin Guards

ai??? Head Guard

ai??? Cotton and Gel Hand Wraps.

Check out this bundle, available in either S/M or L/XL size and with either Black or White 10oz and 16oz Gloves, as well as our other great PRO MMA Bundles via ourAi??Bundles PageAi??here.

New Hayabusa T Shirts Out Now

We have now got the very latest Hayabusa T-Shirts in stock following the release of their new ranges.

With a mixture of some new designs as well those carrying on the popular Gentleman T-Shirt theme, there is something for everyone within this new collection.

Check out our Hayabusa T-Shirts page or click on the individual links below to find out more:

 

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Accolade T-Shirt in Black

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Accolade T-Shirt in Rust

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Reinvented T-Shirt in Black

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Reinvented T-Shirt in Heather Blue

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Brigade T-Shirt in Brown

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Brigade T-Shirt in Heather Grey

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Fisticuffs T-Shirt in Red

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Fisticuffs T-Shirt in Heather Dark Grey

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Fisticuffs T-Shirt in Heather Blue

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Brotherhood in Brown

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Hammer T-Shirt in Blue

ai???Ai??Hayabusa Showdown T-Shirt in BlackHaya-T-Blog_1380877233