Special Strength Training and Injury Management for the Sport of Grappling.
Strength for the Sport of Grappling
Strength serves as a cornerstone for optimal performance, injury prevention, and sustained longevity. It enhances an athlete’s ability to execute techniques with precision and power, providing a competitive edge on the mat. Strength increases an athlete’s ability to execute take downs, control opponents, and resist submissions. Reducing the chance of injury involves fortifying joints and supporting the body’s structural integrity. Longevity is linked to durability; a resilient physique withstands the demands of training and competition, ensuring a prolonged and successful athletic career.
Coach Chuck Simons
Chuck Simons is a strength and conditioning coach, author, and athlete in the sports of Powerlifting and Jiu-Jitsu. He holds a Westside Barbell Special Strength Development Coach Certification, and his writings have been featured on EliteFTS.com. Chuck has worked with competitive athletes from a variety of sports that include MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, Bare Knuckle Boxing, Judo, Rugby, Volleyball, Surfing, Powerlifting, CrossFit, Dancing, Acrobatics, Track, Golf, and Tactical Populations.
White Belt Strength Training
This system assesses athletes over a period of 1 to 3 weeks during workouts to determine individual weaknesses. This includes the identification of muscular weakness, imbalances, special strength deficiencies, and prehab/rehabbing previous injuries. Everyone from a novice to an elite-level competitor has a weakness; there are no exceptions. Physical weaknesses will prevent strength gains, compromise stability, and hinder technique, leaving athletes vulnerable to breaks, strains, and joint injuries.
The identification and correction of weaknesses are crucial in grappling sports. Athletes benefit from sustained increases in maximal strength, explosive strength, & muscular endurance. A blend of special strengths is needed for executing dynamic movements seen in the sport. Our style of training is based on the conjugate system, which incorporates a continuous rotation of varied movements. This training style targets multiple strengths like explosiveness, maximal strength, and endurance, all within a weekly training cycle. This approach aligns with the unpredictable nature of grappling, preparing athletes for diverse challenges they may encounter, ultimately contributing to success and longevity.
How It Works
- Fill out the new client form, and you will be contacted within 24 hours.
- Private coaching is available at 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu St. Pete in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
- Online coaching includes weekly programming.
- 1-on-1 communication via phone or email for any questions you may have.
