In Search of Power, Part 6
Jan 12, 2009 Training Tips
By John Davies, Founder Renegade Training
Continuing with the “In Search of Power” series part six, we’re about to take a leap forward with the start of a multi-stage transitional program. During this transitional segment we will begin merging some of the various movements from ground-based DMC™ with the upright RED2 system.
It is crucial that those attempting this segment have started with prior stages and I would not recommend trying to simply “jump into” this area given the enormous demands. For many the basic two starting holds will be challenging and further work in improving glute / hamstring strength, hip flexibility and lowering body fat (suggested article) will be needed.
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In Search of Power, Part 5
Dec 22, 2008 Contributors, General Health & Fitness, Training Tips
By John Davies, Founder Renegade Training
As we look upon the next stage of “In Search of Power” with part four of the development program leading into the full-scale DMC™ system, we will begin to see the first signs of merging the ground-based DMC™ with the upright RED2 system first seen in part two of the series.
For followers of the previous sections, overall strength in the lower extremities and trunk should be exploding and for many it will be a surprise given the lack of cumbersome gym equipment or expensive gym memberships. As shown in the photos, this workout can be done in any setting (i.e. a nice snowy day on top of a mountain) and only requires a minimum amount of space. In fact, exercise enthusiasts and professional trainers and coaches should consider doing this section and eventually the entire DMC™ system in large group settings.
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In Search of Power, Part 4
Dec 22, 2008 Contributors, General Health & Fitness, Training Tips
Following parts 1, 2 and 3, it is likely best to take a step back and review development as well as address potential concerns of early users of the DMC™ system. For those who have gone through the program to-date, the typical problems experienced relate to basically insufficient lower body strength as evidenced by the inability to maintain body position during longer holds. Not only does this suggest the lack of appropriate balance between the upper and lower body, as well as poor relative, posterior-chain and core strength, but it reveals an insufficient work threshold.
As you consider the advanced demands of DMC™ as shown by these problems, you’ll come to the conclusion it is possibly the best form of weighted general physical preparation work available, while requiring no costly and cumbersome equipment. That might not make it too popular amongst the equipment providers, but it is for this reason that professional coaches, athletes and elite-level trainers have made it an indispensable part of their training.
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