What makes MMA the fastest-growing sport in the world? Why do millions of people stay glued to their screens when two fighters step into the cage?
This book is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to truly understand Mixed Martial Arts, from its fascinating history that begins in ancient Greece to the modern champions who fill stadiums around the globe.
What you'll find inside:
→ The complete history of MMA: from Greek Pankration to Brazilian Vale Tudo, from the birth of the UFC to the global revolution
→ The rules explained clearly: weight classes, permitted and prohibited techniques, how fights are won
→ The fundamental disciplines: striking, grappling, wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu analyzed in depth
→ Fighting styles compared: strikers, grapplers, wrestlers and complete fighters
→ Athletic preparation and the champion's mindset: what it takes to compete at the highest level
→ The legendary champions who wrote history: from Royce Gracie to Khabib Nurmagomedov, from Anderson Silva to Amanda Nunes
→ The future of the sport: where MMA is heading and what to expect
Whether you're a casual fan who wants to enjoy events more, an enthusiast looking to deepen your knowledge, or simply someone curious to discover this world, here you'll find everything you need to become a true MMA expert.
This is not a manual for learning how to fight - for that you need a gym and a qualified coach. This is the guide to understanding what you're watching, why it's happening, and appreciating the strategy and art hidden behind every exchange.
Get ready to see MMA with new eyes.
