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ChadMMAtica's News & Fitness - TRX Brings New MMA-Specific Workouts to UFC Gyms
TRX Brings New MMA-Specific Workouts to UFC Gyms
By:
ChadMMAtica
On:
3/17/2010 1:00 PM
Posted To: MMAJacked
TRX® Suspension Training® Continues to Catch Fire in the Mixed Martial Arts Scene with Integration at UFC® Gyms™
Functional Training Method Adopted by UFC® Stars Georges St-Pierre, Forrest Griffin Brandon Vera Now Available at UFC® Gyms™
SAN FRANCISCO, March 15, 2010 – Born from the ranks of the elite US Navy SEALS, Suspension Training® bodyweight exercise using the ground-breaking TRX® has fast become a training method of choice among a different set of “combat” professionals, the top athletes of the UFC®. This has recently been underscored by the Ultimate Fighting Championship® in its move to make the TRX a featured modality within the UFC® Gyms™.
The UFC is the fastest growing sports organization in history. UFC events have stemmed a subculture, a lifestyle where sharp minds and healthy lifestyles are paramount. This UFC-life has rapidly been embraced by mixed martial arts (MMA) fans worldwide with UFC fighter training techniques becoming a mainstream fitness alternative and a breath of fresh air compared to conventional fitness methods. This is underscored by the recent launch of the UFC Gym – a place where all UFC fans—men, women, and kids alike can get a dynamic, high-energy experience that fuses the worlds of MMA and fitness.
“The UFC and Fitness Anywhere share a mission to make elite training methods accessible to not only elite athletes, but also mainstream consumers of every fitness level,” said Randy Hetrick, Founder and President of Fitness Anywhere, Inc. “UFC Gym members want to use the same training tools and modalities as the UFC’s top fighters, so it made perfect sense that the TRX would be an integral part of the UFC Gym experience, just as it has become an integral component within the training regimen’s of the UFC’s most popular and successful fighters.”
“It’s not every day you come across a tool born in the Navy SEALs and proven tried and true by top UFC fighters. We’re proud to include the TRX into our arsenal of training modalities,” said Adam Sedlack, Senior Vice President of UFC Gyms. “TRX classes are offered now in our Concord, CA location and will be available in our 2nd Gym opening this summer in the LA market. Our members are looking to us for a truly cutting-edge training experience, and Suspension Training® with the TRX will go far in our ability to meet and exceed these expectations.”
The Suspension Training® movement, pioneered by Fitness Anywhere, has continued to gain popularity and recognition, similarly to the UFC. In the last year, the TRX was named “Best Total Body Tool” by Men’s Health magazine, showcased on the primetime show “The Biggest Loser”, and used by Drew Brees, quarterback for the Super Bowl Champion New Orleans Saints. It is no surprise that TRX® Suspension Training® will now be completely rolled out in the UFC Gyms.
Suspension Training® uses bodyweight as resistance and is utilized by top UFC fighters, including Georges St-Pierre, Forrest Griffin, Keith Jardine, Rashad Evan and Brandon Vera. Elite MMA training facilities and renowned MMA trainers, including Greg Jackson, John Chaimberg, and Erik Paulson also utilize the TRX as a key piece of their fighters’ strength and conditioning programs. This TRX is the ultimate functional training device, utilizing bodyweight as the sole means of resistance and targeting the specific muscle groups and movements that are critical to striking, grappling and other critical MMA techniques. In addition to enhancing performance of these critical MMA techniques, the TRX also increases core strength, balance, and flexibility, also critical to the success and overall fitness of both fighters and fans alike.
TRX® Suspension Training® will be used in both individual and group training at UFC Gyms:
- TRX BodyBlast: Members can train like a professional athlete and incorporate Suspension Training into their personal fitness agenda. The class is formatted with intervals of 1) Agility 2) Speed 3) Mass Strength 4) Core Circuits.
- TRX Mind/Body: This class takes Pilates and Yoga practice to an all new level using TRX Suspension Training.
- TRX/Daily Ultimate Training: UFC Gyms will take the hardest TRX exercises and utilize them for this fighter style workout that was tested on Brock Lesnar and UFC's best George St-Pierre.
- TRX/MMA: The TRX will be integrated into Small Group training for fighters.
- TRX/Personal Training: The TRX will be used in small group and one-on-one training—both inside and outside of the Octagon™.
- TRX® Suspension Trainers™ will be readily available near the other fitness and cardio equipment.
About TRX® Suspension Training®
Developed by Fitness Anywhere, Suspension Training is a proprietary exercise modality that simultaneously builds strength, balance, flexibility and core stability. It requires the use of the TRX Suspension Trainer, a highly portable performance training tool that leverages gravity and the user’s body weight to enable hundreds of exercises for every fitness goal.
Since its introduction to the marketplace in 2005, the TRX Suspension Trainer has been rolled out in top gyms and training centers across the country. It is used and trusted by trainers, athletes, physical therapists, and all branches of the military. Its popularity with professional athletes and team training rooms is exploding across the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, UFC and NCAA.
The complete line of TRX products, training programs, education and accessories can be purchased directly from Fitness Anywhere, Inc. online at FitnessAnywhere.com.
About UFC® GYM™
UFC Gym is the first major brand extension for the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the all-time industry leader in the sport of mixed martial arts. In alliance with NEFC owners Mark Mastrov and Jim Rowley, developers of many of the world’s most successful fitness brands. UFC Gyms will give UFC enthusiasts and fitness seekers alike the opportunity to practice the training techniques of famed UFC athletes, including Georges St-Pierre and BJ Penn in their respective UFC Gyms.
UFC Gym is the first to combine the world of mixed martial arts and fitness to create the ultimate fitness experience. For more information, please visit UFCgym.com.
About New Evolution Fitness Company
Based in Northern California, New Evolution Fitness Company (NEFC) is a private equity firm focused on the Health and Fitness industry, providing capital and operating partnerships, management oversight and expertise to emerging brands around the world. NEFC was founded by Mark Mastrov, an industry visionary and developer of some of the world’s most successful fitness brands and Jim Rowley, a long time fitness professional.
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