Originally Posted by Chief Fox
I think we are on the same track but because we are on an internet discussion board we are maybe not seeing eye to eye.
I am all for strength training. I strength train in one form or another 5 or 6 days a week.
I am not in favor of the typical break the workout down by body part with isolation exercises routine. This, I feel, is more of a body building workout. IMO a body building workout is NOT the optimum strength training routine for anyone involved in martial arts.
I think that functional exercises are better for martial arts. Examples of the functional exercises would be , the crossfit workout, clubbell work, kettlebell work, olympic style lifts, plyometric work, and sprints. Stuff like that.
Body building is very popular right now. Thanks to programs like Body for Life and such. This type of workout is fine for a person who wants to look good in the mirror. But for people who are involved in sports, I believe that a body building routine is not best.
Just my opinion.