Free MMA S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/ BJJ S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/ SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/ Trifecta Nutrition: https://trifectanutrition.llbyf9.net/3JoV0k (Code "liftbig40" for 40% off) SSOF Rash Guard & Shorts Discount - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/sweet-science-rash-guard SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guard https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-shorts James and Reiss Silva discuss various aspects of coaching, particularly in the context of strength and conditioning for fighters. They explore the importance of adapting training methods to optimize performance, the role of conditioning and strength training, and the significance of isometrics in building tendon health. The discussion also touches on the concept of General Physical Preparedness (GPP) and how it applies to combat sports, emphasizing the need for continuous improvement in training methodologies. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Coaching and Podcasting 03:02 Coaching Backgrounds and Experiences 05:57 Conditioning Approaches for Fighters 08:53 The Importance of Sport-Specific Training 12:41 Managing Running in Training Programs 15:48 High-Intensity Conditioning Techniques 18:58 Assessing Fighter Readiness and Performance 21:57 Auto-Regulation in Training 26:29 Strength Training Philosophy for Fighters 31:53 The Importance of Anaerobic Stamina 34:31 Full Body Approach in Strength Training 37:41 Isometrics and Tendon Health 45:50 Balancing Strength, Cardio, and Skill Training 51:52 Rethinking General Physical Preparedness (GPP) Reiss IG: https://www.instagram.com/reiss_silva11/