IDO MOVEMENT FOR CULTURE

Problem. The article aims to explore ways to improve the attacking techniques of MMA fighters through the incorporation of Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai.
Method. The study involved 50 elite male mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters aged 18–20 years. Participants were randomly assigned to two equal groups: a control group (CG, n = 25) and an experimental group (EG, n = 25). The specialised training methodology implemented in the experimental group was structured over a 15-week macrocycle and aimed at the systematic development of offensive actions in Mixed Martial Arts athletes through the integration of Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai techniques.
Results. The obtained results confirm the high effectiveness of integrating techniques from individual martial arts into the MMA training system. In the experimental group, which additionally trained in Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai techniques, all the attacking activity indicators examined significantly increased in both grappling components (throws, clinches, painful holds) and striking techniques.
Conclusions. The comprehensive methodology combining the best attacking elements of various martial arts, thus allowed for increased versatility and effectiveness in fighters. Moreover, the obtained data highlights the high effectiveness of integrating elements from various martial arts (grappling and striking techniques) into the MMA training process for developing fighters’ versatile attacking skills. The practical application of this methodology will enable coaches to purposefully enhance both the striking and grappling performance of mixed martial arts athletes.