Ali Monfaradi: Elite BJJ Competitor and Combat Sports Athlete – Strength & Conditioning Case Study
Ali Monfaradi is a name synonymous with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) excellence. A black belt, owner of the renowned Elements Jiu-Jitsu Academy, and a fierce competitor at the highest level, Ali has consistently represented his country on the world stage. Competing in events such as the JJIF World Championship and the AJP Masters World Championship, he has faced intense physical demands and the constant wear and tear of high-level combat sports.
Mastering Recovery: How Vadzim Pukhau Overcame Chronic Hip Pain and Reclaimed His Competitive Edge with Poseidon Performance
Vadzim Pukhau, originally from Belarus, has had an illustrious career as a martial artist, earning the prestigious title of Master of Sport of the USSR. Throughout his journey, he has gained black belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Taekwondo, and Karate. Despite being a veteran of the sport, Vadzim continues to compete internationally, particularly in the AJP Tour, one of the premier global Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu circuits.
From Bootcamp to Bench Press Champion: Stephen Vineburg’s Journey with Poseidon Performance
At Poseidon Performance, we believe that the path to peak physical performance requires not only expertise but also a tailored approach. This case study showcases how Nicholas Martin-Jones, the founder of Poseidon Performance, guided Stephen Vineburg from a Bahrain bootcamp to competing as part of the Great Britain M3 Team winning as a Silver Medalists at the European Bench Press Championships in Istanbul - August 2024
Back to Basics
Before we look at each of the recommended core stability exercises, it’s important to understand the difference between flexibility and mobility!
Flexibility is the ability of a muscle or muscle groups to lengthen passively through a range of motion
Mobility is the ability of a joint to move actively through a range of motion
It should be a priority to address any significant mobility restrictions at the hip and thoracic spine. If mobility in either of these areas is restricted it can lead to movement compensations at the low back. If hip mobility is limited during the squat the pelvis can be pulled under creating posterior pelvic tilt as the lumber spine will have to compensate for the lack of mobility at the hips. This will place flexion under load on the Lumber spine which will place excessive stress on the discs.
If you only performed isometric core stability work but neglect significant mobility restrictions in the joints above or below the lumbar spine, the core stiffness you created will be compromised.
10 Laws of Training: We Can All Learn From Louie Simmons At Westside Barbell
Louie Simmons has set the bar for strength—and strength and conditioning coaches from his invitation-only gym…..Westside Barbell in Columbus, Ohio. Simmons's style of training ties together ideas from scholars, athletes, and coaches from the former Soviet Union and Bulgaria, as well as years of training himself and others.
No matter what age you are or what your goals are we can all learn from Simmons, it doesn’t stop you applying the Westside philosophy and training principles to achieving your objectives.
