How do you win the first MMA fight?

How To Win Your First MMA Fight

  1. Be Fighting Fit, Not CrossFit.
  2. Play To Your Strengths.
  3. Learn How To Cancel Out Skill.
  4. Look After Your Health.
  5. Keep It Simple.

How do you beat GSP?

GSP seems most effective when he is allowed to bounce in-and-out with his jabs and kicks. Pressuring him and forcing him backwards may disrupt his thinking and not allow him the spacing needed to execute his game-plan. Give him space and expect to find yourself at the disadvantage.

How long should you train before first MMA fight?

Amateurs can fight as soon as they feel ready. Some find their first fight after just a handful of training sessions. Each MMA fighter should be preparing between at least 2-3 weeks before the fight to get their body, diet, and mentality ready.

How can I stop being nervous for my first fight?

These tips can help you manage that feeling:

  1. Be prepared. You’re less likely to freeze up if you’re well prepared.
  2. Psych yourself up. Instead of dwelling on what could go wrong, rev up some positive energy.
  3. Learn ways to chill.
  4. Don’t be afraid of the nervous feeling.
  5. Look after yourself.

How do you train for a first fight?

Regular training is vital but it is suggested that 2 weeks before the fight you keep training to one hour sessions. Keep up your cardio basics and focus on agility with the jump rope, speedball and punching ball. Your training routine before the fight should also maximize physical conditioning and guess what?

Why do my legs shake during a fight?

Adrenaline works directly on receptor cells in muscles to speed up the contraction rate of the fibres, ready for fighting or fleeing. High levels of adrenaline can therefore lead to muscles twitching uncontrollably, making us shake.

How do fighters stay calm?

Some fighters will listen to music, and some will sleep to help them relax. Also, keeping a ritual gives them a sense of security that they may not have coming into a fight, with so many unknown factors. It can also give them the boost they need in the ring/cage.