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MMA Metabolic Resistance Workout
The one thing every MMA fighter has in common is a powerful athletic physique built from metabolic resistance training.
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We talk so much about the "first strike" as being a punch, palm-heel, knee to the groin, etc...but rarely do people consider...
Halloween Edged Weapon Training?
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I have a problem with "martial arts".
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The #1 Secret to Surviving a Ground Fight!
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Should You Intervene in a Fight?
There IS no real "right or wrong" when it comes to helping someone else out!
The 12 Inch One Punch Knockout!
This weekend I was filming a new DVD for my site at www.CloseQuartersCombat.com on "How To Defeat Larger Attackers".
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