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Training for Warriors: The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Workout [Paperback]

Martin Rooney (Author)
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Publication Date: March 4, 2008

To be a warrior, you must train like a warrior

Discover the training secrets that have produced World Champions in MMA, Submission Grappling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Judo. More than 750 color photos will show you how to perform hundreds of exercises designed to specifically target each area of your body. You'll also learn:

  • Nutrition and safe weight-cutting tips
  • Information on dealing with injuries
  • Advice on the warrior mind and mental game
  • The ultimate 8-week warrior workout plan

Whether you are a fighter or just want to look like one, Training for Warriors is a proven, comprehensive system to get you fit for whatever battle life throws at you.

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“If you want what other warriors don’t have, you need to do what other warriors don’t do. I want victories and that’’s why I follow this program.” (Ricardo Almeida, UFC, Pride FC veteran and Middleweight King of Pancrase )

“This training is intense—and it gives me the strength, speed, and endurance I need to take on and defeat the world.” (Roger Gracie, 2005 ADCC Absolute and 2007 BJJ World Absolute Champion )

“If you’re tired of being the nail, let Martin Rooney turn you into the hammer!” (Renzo Gracie, ADCC and Pride Fighting Champion )

“Rooney gets the most out of MMA fighters. He doesn’t stop at physical conditioning. What separates him from other top-flight trainers is his strict emphasis on being mentally prepared.” (Frank McNeil, ESPN.com )

“You have it all in the book. As someone who has seen the benefit of innovative, functional, and sport specific exercises, I think Martin Rooney is giving people a tremendous advantage in their MMA training with this book.” (Kenny “Kenflo” Florian, UFC Fighter and BJJ black belt )

“A fantastic book! The approach of associating MMA techniques with the exercises that will help improve them is something people will not have seen before.” (Kid Peligro, Acclaimed martial arts author and BJJ black belt )

About the Author

Internationally recognized fitness and martial arts expert Martin Rooney is the creator of the Training for Warriors System and the COO of the Parisi Speed School. More than 500,000 athletes have taken part in his programs, and he has prepared hundreds of athletes for the UFC, NFL, NBA, MLB, WNBA, Major Division I colleges, and the Olympics.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 320 pages
  • Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks (March 4, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0061374334
  • ISBN-13: 978-0061374333
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.6 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,863 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Superb training Resource June 22, 2008
Format:Paperback
I cannot recommend this book highly enough. Martin Rooney has effectively given us the conditioning road map. The book is of the highest quality, the photographs are excellent, the editorial succint and clear. For anyone who want the conditioning edge, this is the book.

Fighter or not TFW provides a broad range of excercises and drills. The book follows a logical path giving an overview of MMA and then gets into Warrior Anatomy covering warm-ups, training by bodypart (don't confuse this with traditional body split training) and then goes on to cover specific programs, nutrition and injuries. You can follwo the programs or mix it up and simply focus on the areas that you need to work.

As for the weight training aspect, I'm a RKC Kettlebell instructor and consequently the Kettlebell is my tool of choice. I simpy us kettlebell drill and lifts to replace the conventional weighted drills.

The most valuable aspect of TFW is the way it translates many conventional drills into a MA context.

Most important, once you've read the text, looked at the pics...Go Train!
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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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Martin has once again out done himself. Training for warriors is a must have. This book is not only for MMA athletes and coaches it is for all professionals in the field of strength and conditioning. The quallity of information is second to none. Having over ten years of experience in the field of strength and conditioning and over twenty years in martial arts I can honestly say you are not going to find a more comprehensive and practical book. I consider this book, as absolutely essential for anybody serious about strength training. I use this book as a resource daily and strongly recommend it.
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By D. D.
Format:Paperback
This book even if you use it only as a reference for ideas or as a stand alone is well done. It points out the importance of working and training every part of the body to eliminate weak points and prevent injuries. Everything from the neck all the way down to the ankles and feet, with everything in between. I only wish alittle more detail was giving for training the lower back but other then that this is a good buy.

I have it myself and have used a few of the excercise and I have no regret at all. Even a few of my friends have taken some things from the book.

And of course it has a nutrition section, but if you know your basic's then nothing out of the ordinary here.
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A program of exercises specific to the mixed martial artist
Martin Rooney's "Training for Warriors: The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Workout" offers a large range of exercises, with the exercises tailored to the warrior or mixed martial... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Peter Tsang
Good overall conditioning program.
A good primer on general conditioning, and for those that are looking to get prepped for the fight game. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Patrick C. Sheehan
Good book, great photography
This book was in good condition inside. The front cover had what I believe to be wear, almost looked like water damage, but without the ripple effect! Read more
Published 14 months ago by Grandma Yaya
useful, fun and challenging
I got this book four weeks ago and I've never been so excited about working out before then. I feel like i'm 18 again. The hurricaes make my day. Read more
Published 22 months ago by blue
My Workout Bible
I am a professional Mixed Martial Artist, as well as a certified personal and group trainer. This book is a comprehensive collection of exercises, stretches and nutritional... Read more
Published on February 25, 2010 by Sean J. Santella
Just OK. Worth half the price it's sold for.
Many of these drills require a partner, most of the stuff in this book is common in most gyms, not worth the money. Read more
Published on February 20, 2010 by Ted
Amazing MMA conditioning book
I bought this book because I wanted a full spectrum approach to getting fit for MMA, BJJ and just improving general overall fitness. This book gave me everything in one. Read more
Published on November 3, 2009 by Joshua Krimberg
Could have been more condensed
Great book for someone serious about MMA training. For older martial artists like myself who train for fun and fitness, a lot of new things to try to incorporate into your workouts... Read more
Published on October 27, 2009 by chester
Great Book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This book is definitly worth your time if you are a fighter, or if you just want to train like one. It gives you information from every aspect of the fight game. Read more
Published on July 7, 2009 by Neil A. Abbott
Amazing MMA Training Book
Training for Warriors: The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Workout, is an excellent book for mixed martial artist or those who want to get into shape. Read more
Published on June 27, 2009 by Joseph Cisneros
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