UFC fighters need explosive movement, super-quick reactions and to be able to direct all their force spontaneously in one direction. Middleweight Michael Bisping trains using plyometrics – jumping moves that teach the muscles to contract forcefully without getting injured. Even if you're never going to step inside the Octagon, they'll make you more resistant to injury and better at almost any sport.

Try this UFC strength endurance workout Michael Bisping has come up with.

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