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More thoughts on medical issues and weight cutting
Weight cutting is a frequent topic of obsession for fighters and debate amongst fans. Some have argued that it amounts to cheating. Others point out that when done badly, it can be one of the most dangerous aspects of MMA. Dehydration can … Continue reading
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Weight cutting: some dos and don’ts
Dos and don’ts of weight cutting - DO find out whether your weigh in is on the same day as the competition, or the day before. How you go about making weight depends on how long you have to recover after the … Continue reading
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Tagged making weight, weigh in, weight cutting, weight loss
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Weight cutting: introduction
“Weight cutting” is the process athletes go through to drop below their normal weight for a fight or competition. Generally, the term refers to the weight lost in the last week or two before the fight, much of which they … Continue reading
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Tagged making weight, mma, weigh in, weight cutting, weight loss
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Real life guide to eating out on a weight cut: Nando’s by the numbers
Nando’s – loved by MMA fans and fighters worldwide. The post training Nando’s has become a tradition in many gyms, and it’s often the first place a fighter will head once he’s weighed in and looking to refuel. This made it … Continue reading
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Tagged carbohydrate loading, diet, Eating out, mma, nandos, weigh in, weight cut
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