There are two sides to the MMA coin.
This whole MMA thing is out of control. Not since Bruce Lee and karate in the '70s has there been such an explosion in the interest of fighting styles and the historical aspects that may help determine which is best in practical applications. Of course, the whole undeniable issue behind the psychology of those who are ardent fans of the sport, but do not partic
ipate in it, is that they are attending the gladiator's arena and they are hoping for death. When that does happen, and it will soon, the sport of MMA will be changed and regulated to avoid further deadly incidents. There have been deaths in the sport of boxing, so it is important to note that no amount of change and regulation will make MMA safe, just safer. In the meantime, lets take it to the ring and enjoy what is the heyday of mayhem.On the other hand, it is equally undeniable that EVERYONE should have a working concept of how to defend themselves and their families from aggressors. It has been proven time and again throughout history that a populace, even with hand tools and a working knowledge of martial arts, can hold their own against an occupying force. The fact is that there are bad people everywhere and it is imperative that in order to stand a chance against them you acquire knowledge of the art of self defence.
Evolution Mixed Martial Arts Academy started up about three years ago at the the right time to coincide with The Ultimate Fighter TV show and Pay-Per-View fights. There are padded floors for wrestling, heavy bags, and a spartan weight room that has just enough of the right equipment for strength training. If you go to a gym like Gold's, you'll find a lot of duplication of unnecessary toning equipment that can easily be replaced by some of the plyometric exercises stressed at Evolution. This does not seem to be a place for the typical, pretty-boy, narcissistic, mirror image loving types that are at Gold's. The focus appears to be the the mixed martial arts first and the weight
training second. There are two tiers of membership: the MMA tier and the Strength and Conditioning tier. Check out the website listed above for the price difference.The bar, Lagerheads, across the street from Evolution, used to be the place for guys to hang out and hoot and look at chicks that are jogging the loop on summer days. Since the gym opened, the outdoor seating at Lagerheads has also become a place for women to sit and hoot and stare at the burly, half-naked men leaving Evolution. Reverse sexual harassment is awesomely funny.
If you are reading this hoping that we are going to say something mean or sarcastic about the gym, you are out of your mind! Be afraid of people who fight...for a living. Yeah, that would be healthier. We were actually thinking about joining this "association" to learn "protection." Whaaa! The No Shadow Kick!
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