Pad Holding Fundamentals: Coaching, Mitt Work & Counter Fighting
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Master the Art of Pad Holding, Striking Techniques, and Training Equipment
Great striking starts with great coaching. In Pad Holding Fundamentals, 3X MMA Coach of the Year Trevor Wittman teams up with UFC fighter Justin Gaethje to break down the fundamentals of effective pad holding, proper movement, and the training techniques used to develop elite-level strikers.
From mastering proper positioning to creating realistic fight scenarios, this instructional provides fighters and coaches with the tools to improve their pad work, sharpen their technique, and maximize every training session. Learn how to build rhythm, control distance, and develop a stronger connection between the fighter and pad holder while prioritizing safety and performance.
Pad Holding Fundamentals with Trevor Wittman & Justin Gaethje
Coach Wittman takes you through the fundamentals of effective pad holding, starting with proper hand positioning, elbow placement, and footwork. Learn how to maintain a strong base, protect your shoulders, and match your partner's movement to create realistic striking opportunities.
Develop more effective training sessions through combination numbering systems, striking rotations, and advanced pad work techniques. Learn how to become an active training partner by incorporating defensive reactions, counter-striking opportunities, feints, and range adjustments to simulate real fight scenarios.
Take your coaching and training to the next level with a breakdown of different pad-holding equipment, including paddles, micro mitts, air mitts, panther mitts, and heavy-hitter pads. Discover how to select the right equipment for developing speed, power, conditioning, and technique while reducing unnecessary stress on the body.
This instructional isn't just about holding pads, it's about understanding the mechanics behind elite-level training and developing the skills to become a more effective coach, training partner, or fighter.
Master Your Technique. Elevate Your Training. Protect the Athlete.
- Master proper pad-holding techniques, positioning, and footwork to improve striking performance and safety
- Develop realistic training scenarios through combination systems, defensive movement, counter-striking, and active partner drills
- Learn how to select and utilize different training equipment to maximize speed, power, conditioning, and protection.
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