12/30/2025
Knees to Elbows
A hanging core movement that builds full-body control. You pull your knees toward your elbows using your abs, hip flexors, lats, grip, and shoulder stability. It links your upper and lower body — exactly what transfers into martial arts, athletic power, and everyday strength.
Benefits:
• Strong abs & obliques
• Hip flexor power (kicks, sprawls, guard work)
• Grip & shoulder stability
• Better coordination & body control
• Great conditioning without impact
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Deck Squats
A full-body squat-to-back-roll-to-stand movement. You roll onto your back, use your core to rock forward, plant your feet, and drive back up to standing. It teaches momentum, timing, and explosive hip extension.
Benefits:
• Leg strength & hip power
• Core control & coordination
• Mobility through the spine, hips, and ankles
• Explosiveness for takedowns, scrambles, and transitions
• Great for everyday functional movement
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Workout Example
50-40-30-20-10 reps of each:
• Knees to Elbows
• Deck Squats
Simple movements. Big conditioning. Full-body athletic transfer.
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🎥 .lau