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Training Combat Athletes – An Overview

In this episode, Mike discusses his basic template on evaluating and programming fighters. He goes over everything from the FMS screen, table assessments, performance assessments and program design.
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Amanda Perry
May 10, 2022
Training Combat Athletes – An Overview

Amanda Perry

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May 10, 2022

In this episode, Mike discusses his basic template on evaluating and programming fighters. He goes over everything from the FMS screen, table assessments, performance assessments and program design.

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