Functional Patterns UFC Fighter Jeremy Stephens MMA Strength and Conditioning Workout

Here's a video of UFC fighter Jeremy Stephens going through his strength and conditioning program for his upcoming bout with Cub Swanson later this summer. Still making progressions after 3 years of training!
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[@anklebreaka03]

What a privilege it must be working with Jeremy, such an elite mma fighter and just such a vet, and he's just peaking now, looks like thanks to you. and thank you for consistently putting out quality content that gets better and better, continue to do that and you will grow. I've borrowed many great ideas from you, keep up the innovation

[@Concreterrr22]

This is really good MMA specific strength and conditioning.

[@FunctionalFitnessAlisoViejo]

I want to be just like Naudi when I grow up. Every video you put up is gold. Thanks for the inspiration and motivation. 12 years into this fitness gig and you have brought my passion for training back. So happy I found your site/work. Cheers mate

[@redpillfitness1]

The KB swing + cable row is GENIUS for developing gait cycle efficiency and T-spine mobility...can't wait to try that one.

[@clanreid2556]

Awesome Workout! Naudi, please keep sharing your great workouts!

[@vitalijcacarenko6122]

Gorgeous work!!! Absolutely amazing!!!

[@rubifitnesscpt4433]

Amazing workout I will try it myself. Really loved it! Thanks for sharing

[@clanreid2556]

Naudi, your workouts are amazing!

[@dennispatrick7363]

This workout has brought up my mma to a new level thx

[@DazVision]

Inspiring work from both trainer and Athlete!

[@sardarshamas575]

Top Training program! Kudos to the coach in the film.. seems like he knows what's required!

[@PatriceBayerLynette]

Outstanding! I understand each aspect of this awesome workout and why no need to explain anything. Each set counterbalances the next and makes perfect sense: push, pull and core; all experienced and good trainers should know that these are the perfect building blocks for exceptional circuit training. Thank you!

[@lMobiuscidl]

This workout is excellent and very well planned. Look the balance in the work all the body planes. This is good for every type of athlete.

[@DavidKristiansen]

Awesome use of the TrakHandle Sport as usual. Great work.

[@refusetothink]

awesome work!

[@strengthandconditioninged]

Interesting and original stuff. Nice video!

[@remanisce]

crazy workout!

[@Priestwhitelotus]

This guy is the epitome of trainers! Subscribed!!! Great stuff.

[@mishswb4950]

No he really aint. Hes a cult leader and nlocks people for disagreeing with him or simply asking questions. This is just flippy spin sh*t and throwing movements. Its not strength training, its over complicated torsoe training. This fighter hasnt won a fight since teaming up with fictional patterns btw.

[@heartthrobheart6288]

Good session. I like how he's doing the workout with each side left and right gives you the flexibility and strength on both sides. I wonder how strong his punches are ??

[@valetodorealfights]

Awesome

[@cristianalpizar9735]

I have been training for 20+ year and learn and study different technics of training and what I just saw is AMAZING !!! I would like to get a taste 1on 1

[@crazymusicman13]

I would love to train with this guy, if willing a video geared towards running economy and conditioning would be really interesting.

[@jamescannon1161]

Great knowledge of body mechanics. I would love the opportunity to learn with this guy.

[@stebostock20]

This Cub fight is an excellent main event!

[@Lytsout193]

Beast!

[@hungkiet7535]

So much dedication

[@raniti]

hey naudi do u guys do specific weight training to maximise jeremys power as well olympic lifts etc. or just functional training as shown in the video? What do you guys do for cardio? Intervall and sprints!? thx and keep it up!

[@flightandguile1]

Thanks for another inspiring post bro, I appreciate it. Since I started following your routines, my back has never felt so good, I feel fit and my boxing has improved because of it. Keep your posts coming, thanks again.

[@AmeerKhan-ld1ls]

who the fook is that guy?

[@HenzEmpire]

Ameer Khan cringe

[@odinzraider591]

I know this is an old video but you're a genius man. It's more than likely that you're not located near me, so a quick question. When seeking a trainer of your caliber, what do I look/search for? I'm looking to go pro and take my performance and mechanics to the next level.

[@Takeshiii]

Intense!

[@2ndx]

fire!!!

[@michabazejczyk45]

Hey Naudi, I saw u using the tape Jeremy has on in some of your other videos too. What are you using that for?

[@jermainebishop7905]

In all honesty when I first saw this I thought to thumbs down because of the "this is not crossfit". Then I read some comments and realized every man has a dream. I have huge respect for anyone who spends as much time and effort as you to obtain such a dream. So congratulations on the success. Everyone is entitled their opinions, taking the higher road just sometimes would do wonders bro. Don't feel the need entertain all negativity. Regardless of what anyone says keep pushing and doing what you love. P.s. this is for the group and you Thanks for reading

[@tomaszwos619]

I agree bro

[@lMobiuscidl]

Naudi one question: In the "Olympic Bar Rotation Walk" exercise, has the grip need to be that short on width? Or can it be wider? Thank you very much.

[@TylerH2055]

What kind of progression scheme are you using for these workouts, seems like it would be hard to track progress

[@lucecita45]

Naudi you are great! I lov, lovveeeee Uuuuuuuu!

[@josh13085]

Going to visit Jaque Fresco this weekend I heard he was a mentor of yours. Is thus true and do you think I will get a lot out of visiting his facility

[@t8music]

Can someone explain to me what he's doing with the stick on his back. Exactly why and how he is doing it? Reminds me of how Elliott hulse uses the dow rod during deadlifts.

[@williamrichardson2831]

Isn't this a bit catabolic for someone who trains regular/professionally and has a high output day to day ie cardiovascular? Love to get you reply on this

[@rsg833]

🔥🔥🔥

[@3Zeddy2]

I'm interested in the theory behind the kettlebell swing technique and the terminator walk....Are you not concerned about the rotation in the lumbar spine? In my understanding it probably is not a concern in the context of the kettlebell technique here, but those terminators walks....locking down the hips with the split stance and adding rotation, on top of that the weight, what about the lumbar rotation? Wanting more videos. :)

[@functionalpatterns]

The issue that people have with rotation in the lumbar spine is an issue they have not addressed on themselves. Since most experts operate from a place of complete dysfunction, it appears that rotation from the t-spine (what I condition humans to do very well) is really where rotation should come from. Be weary of people with a depressed ribcage, externally rotated hips, a lean belly that sticks out, internationally rotated shoulders, an anterior pelvic shift, because if they have these issues it's likely they do not understand what thoracic rotation feels like. I didn't fully feel it up until about 3 years ago and it changed the course of most of my mechanical deficiencies. Thank you for the great question.

[@sandrasierra3560]

true who knows how the spine will react after excessive use of this technique others have there side effects i think the rotation has to be correct and exact perfect timing or the person will fell strain hurt there muscles

[@sonerisik7809]

+Ryan Crabtree DOMINATE YOUR NEXT MMA FIGHT. GO HERE: www.mmaripped.tumblr.com CLICK IT, HOPE IT HELPS

[@amirkazemi2517]

what machine is he using for the running man?

[@MTSCguy]

What does he mean when he keeps saying T-spine???

[@ifight4cash]

that guy with the red shirt in the back thinks he is all that

[@functionalpatterns]

lol, you got me... I totally watched through the whole video and just came to the conclusion you were talking about isaac

[@shdabejuro]

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[@teed1]

How many round these exercises should be done?

[@michaelrhodes6730]

so why is the posterior tilt making him strain? is he flexing part of his back?

[@boscoblack]

You’re glute max has to contract on the back, while your rectus does on the front

[@EB-iz3rn]

guy in red is for spellcasting.

[@FightingWarrior]

How works the exercise from 5:03 to 5:57?

[@btbrant]

I get that the stick on the back thing is to keep the spine in line/neutral. But what is making it so hard on the guy?

[@functionalpatterns]

a lifetime of deficiency programmed by an environment that has prevented him from engaging his intrinsic core stabilization system during fatigue. In short, he's adapted to sit, not move, so his core doesn't work well.

[@JavierPerez-sj4fd]

Jeremy Stephens

[@morpheusdreamoftheendless]

Wasn't there a show about training to be a ufc fighter?

[@billyblue439]

What was that stick on the back thing doing/for??

[@G00n3r4Life]

To keep neutral spine, and make sure ribs are expanding in recovering.

[@billyblue439]

Cheers pal

[@functionalvanconversion4284]

Wow Jeremy, your looking dangerous! I need some smudd

[@TheSevenoo]

Does anyone know the shirt brand Jeremy was wearing please HELP!

[@TheSevenoo]

onnit t shirts gorilla nvm found it

[@camilovega9843]

What's the thing you're doing with that stick in his back?? What is that for??

[@ylylyl07]

+Camilo Vega keeping the back straight

[@dangerous1portal]

To check he is keeping a neutral spine, using a stick helps you check for pelvic tilt or lack of thoracic extension.

[@usmansarwar9809]

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[@corozone10]

Its for Balence!

[@chaosdweller]

I could really see how doing boxing training could be really effective for shoulder and upper body muscular endurance, for fighters and lat and grip wrk for grappling, but I'm still not 100 percent sold on all this fp training, except for that one thing. There seems to be a thin line on what is considered functional and not functional, I guess imo it's anything u never see in a gym?... I do kettle bell and medicine ball wrk, which is a lot of what there doing so yeah idk? what exactly im trying to say except maybe? fp works? but doesn't have to be this complicated? and fancy?

[@Sherlock251]

" T-spine" Tshirts coming soon ;)

[@phoenixamaranth]

"How's that feel?" "It hurts..." Hahaha!

[@drbinladen8960]

Who da fuk is dat guy

[@chubbymike3372]

Who is that?

[@mrgodbeer8463]

Modern day spartan

[@dillonperez247]

Who the fook is this guy?

[@rdmj85]

Dillon Perez. Haha. Really though

[@Q8footballFan]

Who the fook is that guy??

[@ivandrago1133]

Snake oil and a placebo effect, but if it works for him, it works for him. Unfortunately the results have shown in the cage.

[@functionalpatterns]

He's been in the top 10 for almost a decade. I think it's safe to say he's done a lot better than you.

[@ceylonss]

all these things make him stronger n improve stamina but inside the ring all comes down to a different story, I think MMA conditioning etc gone to a fashion state , wouldn't it be better if conditioning improves to fight related drills

[@danielvargas1955]

Well most power in mma comes from rotation. I'm pretty sure this training is specific to fighters.

[@joemerrall604]

is this crossfit?

[@pauljohnsonii950]

no.....

[@creamofthecrop5868]

who da fook is that guy

[@JamesMcNallyhi]

bookmarked

[@MrSebastiantaylor1]

Ugh

[@keatvanlowe2775]

Are we going to talk about this guys MMA record after doing these fictional patterns? Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha

[@functionalpatterns]

He's been in the top 10 for like the last 6 years too. I'm sure that's a lot better than anything ur doing.

[@keatvanlowe2775]

@@functionalpatterns keep making assumptions based on no facts it's really amusing, considering I had to google him to really learn he must be at the pinnacle of perfection...like you, correct? At the top of the shit heap?

[@functionalpatterns]

@@keatvanlowe2775 no that's a fact moron. Ur a loser. There's no denying that. There's also no denying that jeremy has been in the top 10 the last 6 years. Update yourself dumbass. The guy has been fighting the best, while ur doing what? Talking about him? Beta

[@keatvanlowe2775]

@@functionalpatterns Really? So he didn't lose 3 out of his last 4 fights with the 4th being a no contest? Yea...he did. Are you going to take responsibility for that? You talk a lot of trash sitting in front of your computer. Would you ever say these things to my face or anyone else's? No you wouldn't. If you're ever in the Pasadena area In California I'll gladly give you the chance to back up your bullshit but realistically you're a grown man with a Napoleon complex or some kind of inferiority problems. You can keep calling me names all day it means nothing because you're nothing. What's the matter Naudi, daddy didnt love you enough? Mommy a whore or drug addict? You shouldn't let those things shape your life, sadly it seems you have and that's a shame. Hopefully one day you'll understand you aren't important or special. Get some self awareness and step off your high horse but don't fall on your face it's a long way down.

[@johngerg1251]

@@functionalpatterns en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Straw_man

[@jordonanderton6815]

26-14 record though loool

[@MrNoWUCKENforries]

whats ur record bro? loool

[@drone124]

26 wins is damn good

[@blaphtome9382]

Who the fook is that guy??