Assessment and contributions of grappling and punching forces in combat sports athletes: implications for the development of strength and conditioning

摘要

Training programs designed to improve strength in grappling and punching combat sports’ athleteshave become particularly relevant. The strength training plays a special role, with potential effecton high level performance, muscular balance and prevention of potential injuries. At thisconference the protocols that can be used, depending on the level of the athletes and kind of combatsports they practica, will be detailed. Such information is vital for enhancing the scientificunderstanding of grappling, punching and consequently for the development of optimum strengthand physical conditioning strategies.