YOGA FOR MMA

The Yoga Program at Max MMA is tailored specifically as a core supplement to mixed martial arts training. At Max MMA, the yoga course is based on the fundamentals of Hatha Yoga with an emphasis on breathing, asanas (postures), relaxation, and meditation. It is designed to improve the cardiovascular system, enhance overall flexibility, and increase mental focus. It is also designed to reduce the risk of injury from sports through proper body alignment and flexibility.

BENEFITS OF YOGA FOR MMA

• Excellent supplement to your regular training routine
• Reduce overall risk of injury
• Learn to relax and meditate to help with your performance
• Increase your mental focus
• Improve your cardiovascular system
• Get rid of nagging health issues
• Enhance overall flexibility and balance
• Build strength and develop your core

MORE INFORMATION ON YOGA FOR MMA

The word yoga, is derived from the Sanskrit word yuj (which means “to yoke” or “bind”) and is often interpreted as “union” or a method of discipline. The word hatha means willful or forceful and refers to a set or sequence of physical exercises (known as asanas or postures) designed to align your skin, muscles and bones.

Hatha yoga is an increidble tool to develop a balance of strength and balance. It also brings the practitioner’s attention to their breaths, which helps to still the fluctuations of the mind, increasing focus and mental strength.

That is why hatha yoga is an excellent supplement for martial arts. It enables you to create a strong base to support every aspect of your training, increasing your ability to perform better and decreasing the risk of injury.