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title: "Strength & Conditioning for Combat Athletes to Boost Performance - mytribe"
description: "Stop wasting time on workouts that don't translate to the mat. Get personalized Strength & Conditioning for Combat Athletes from a pro fighter. Build functional strength for BJJ & MMA that makes you harder to kill. Book a session on Tribe."
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# Strength & Conditioning for Combat Athletes in Delhi Ncr

By [Gaurav Gulliya](https://mytribe.in/gulliyagaurav) · I train fighters for real strength that works in the cage or on the mat, using compound lifts and routines built for actual competition—not just for looks.

## Locations

Sessions at Crosstrain Fight Club, Sainik Farm or at your location across New Delhi

### Travels to

- Travels to client locations across New Delhi (New Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi, India)

### Visit at

- Sessions at Crosstrain Fight Club, Sainik Farm (Coaches athletes near Saket Metro Station, Mehrauli, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas Village, Vasant Vihar, Chattarpur Farms)

## Pricing guide (estimates)

These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote.

### Remote Athlete Programming

Digital training schedule with weekly video analysis for athletes with external gym access.

Typically ₹4,000-5,500 per month (estimate)

#### Program Design
* **Custom Schedule:** 4-week individualized training block tailored to fight camp or off-season.
* **Routine:** Structured splits including Push, Pull, Legs, and Deadlift specific days.
* **Conditioning:** Bodyweight circuits included for days without equipment access.

#### Virtual Coaching
* **Form Analysis:** Weekly review of training videos with detailed feedback on technique.
* **Progress Tracking:** Monitoring of key lifts to ensure progressive overload.
* **Support:** Direct text access for recovery queries or injury adjustments.

### Standard Fight Club Membership

General access to gym floor, weights, and group classes without personal strength coaching.

Typically ₹8,000-8,500 per month (estimate)

#### Facility Access
* **Timing:** Unlimited access to gym floor and equipment during operating hours.
* **Equipment:** Usage of heavy dumbbells, squat racks, bench press, and pull-up bars.
* **Combat Zone:** Access to MMA mats, heavy bags, and wrestling area.

#### Group Training
* **Classes:** Inclusion in scheduled MMA, BJJ, and Muay Thai group sessions.
* **Supervision:** General floor oversight by coaches for safety.
* **Trial:** Includes a 1-week free trial period.

### 1-on-1 Combat Strength Coaching

High-touch personal training sessions focused on heavy compound lifts and biomechanical correction.

Typically ₹15-18K per month (12 sessions) (estimate)

#### Core Training Delivery
* **Dedication:** 12 personal training sessions per month conducted personally by Gaurav.
* **Methodology:** Powerlifting schemes (5s, 3s, Heavy Singles) adapted for combat athletes.
* **Safety:** Hands-on spotting for max-effort lifts allowing safe failure testing.

#### Technical Guidance
* **Form Audit:** Real-time correction of posture to prevent grappling-related injuries.
* **Load Management:** Coach manages weight loading to preserve athlete energy.
* **Nutrition:** Setup of Intermittent Fasting schedule aligned with training windows.

#### Facility & Gear
* **Equipment:** Priority access to Olympic barbells and squat racks without wait times.
* **Accessories:** Guidance on using lever belts and straps for heavy pulls.
* **Note:** Coaching fee only; gym membership is typically paid separately.

## About Strength & Conditioning for Combat Athletes

### Why I Train Combat Athletes

Main simple bolta hu (I’ll keep it straight). Most gym workouts? Waste of time for fighters. Aaj gym mein khush, ghar pahunchte hi thus (Happy at the gym, deflated at home). Fighters need real, functional strength—not just muscles that look good for selfies. When you get strong, speed, power, and stability come along for the ride.

### Who Should Train With Me

If you’re into MMA, BJJ, Grappling, or Wrestling and want strength that shows up in the cage or on the mat, this is for you. No bodybuilding fluff, no useless routines. I focus on functional strength training for grapplers and fighters who actually compete.

### How I Build Real Strength

- Basics work best. We stick to compound lifts: Deadlift, Squat, Bench Press. These are the core.
- Smart assistance work like Lat Pulldowns, Rows, Pull-ups. Sab kuch purpose se (Everything with intent).
- No “get tired for the sake of it” workouts. You’ll lift heavy and you’ll lift right.

### What a Session Looks Like

Sample Deadlift Day:
- Warm-up with light squats to get moving
- Deadlift progression—form first, then weight
- Heavy singles for explosive power development for MMA
- Assistance lifts, 3-5 sets, to back up the main strength

### More Than Just Lifting

Lifestyle matters. I’ll push you on habits—nutrition (intermittent fasting, if you’re up for it), sleep, recovery. You’ll be a better athlete in and out of the gym.

### Why Trust Me?

I’ve worked with top-level fighters like Anshu Jubli (UFC) and Tarun Yadav (National Jujutsu Champ). Their results speak for themselves. If you want strength routines for cage fighters that actually work, I’ve got your back.

## Highlights

Browse through Gaurav Gulliya's best work.

### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/gulliyagaurav/strength-conditioning-for-combat-athletes/featured)

- [Video: Hear directly from UFC fighter Anshu Jubli. I have been his strength coach for a long time, building the functional power he needs to compete at the highest level of MMA.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b32d864f-7303-49d3-87b5-cc9bfd75b67b)
- [Video: Tarun Yadav, an 8-time National Jujutsu Champion, shares his experience training with me for nearly a decade. His results on the mat speak for themselves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1aed7e55-7927-4743-9c07-544a959076f0)
- [Video: This is the foundation: the deadlift. I focus on perfect form and heavy singles to build the explosive power and posterior chain strength essential for any combat athlete.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28d244b9-83ca-4849-8a86-ed9d0d801a7f)
- ![This is the result of focusing on strength, not just pump. A strong back built with heavy squats and deadlifts is the engine for any grappler or MMA fighter.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd6cf37d-4396-483c-b57e-06d9248c05ce)
- [Video: The squat is a non-negotiable exercise in my programs. Here you can see a demonstration of a heavy barbell squat, a core movement for developing lower body power and stability.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b5c889d3-3b5c-4802-89ff-810949119c74)
- ![This is my core belief. "Strength Training se tagde banoge, single body part wale workout se nahi." Real strength translates to performance, a temporary pump does not.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/551c591f-6f60-4495-ae9a-5d265512153c)
- [Video: Training doesn't stop at the gym. I advise my athletes on sustainable nutrition, like intermittent fasting, to optimize performance, recovery, and body composition without following restrictive diets.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24db3398-5263-48a3-8296-75bf62513f18)
- ![As a grappling competitor myself, I understand what it takes. This is the physique built for combat sports, wearing the gear of the prestigious ADCC grappling federation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7231813d-7bdc-4892-8b59-069083e92b1d)

### [Results Speak Louder: Athlete Testimonials](https://mytribe.in/gulliyagaurav/strength-conditioning-for-combat-athletes/results-speak-louder-athlete-testimonials)

- [Video: UFC fighter Anshu Jubli talks about our training. I help him build the raw strength needed for wrestling and grappling exchanges inside the octagon.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b32d864f-7303-49d3-87b5-cc9bfd75b67b)
- [Video: Listen to 8-time National Jujutsu Champion Tarun Yadav. He has been with me since the beginning, and I have guided his strength and conditioning throughout his journey to the top.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1aed7e55-7927-4743-9c07-544a959076f0)

### [The Core Lifts: Foundation of Strength](https://mytribe.in/gulliyagaurav/strength-conditioning-for-combat-athletes/the-core-lifts-foundation-of-strength)

- [Video: A typical deadlift day involves careful warm-ups, progressive sets, and heavy singles. This is how we build the strength that shows up in a fight, not just in the mirror.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28d244b9-83ca-4849-8a86-ed9d0d801a7f)
- [Video: Another look at the deadlift in action. Notice the focus on form and control, which is critical for lifting heavy and preventing injury while building functional strength for MMA.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/58efaffd-ff74-4627-868c-ae1d1db0d678)
- [Video: This video shows a deadlift variation, focusing on maintaining a strong, neutral spine throughout the lift. This is a key part of my strength program for BJJ athletes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8b5c9381-c8a9-4990-a52b-b576fd127a57)
- [Video: Executing a heavy deadlift. This movement is one of the best for developing overall power, crucial for takedowns and clinch work in wrestling and MMA.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c6662625-d548-4c86-add7-8a52485985fc)
- [Video: The deadlift builds the entire posterior chain. This is a full-body lift that has direct carryover to the strength needed on the mats.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c87ec4b4-eef8-483c-b61f-6dc7c4051a08)
- [Video: The barbell squat is essential for leg drive and power. This video shows the proper depth and form I teach to ensure maximum benefit for combat athletes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b5c889d3-3b5c-4802-89ff-810949119c74)
- [Video: Even warm-ups have a purpose. Here, I am preparing for heavy squats with controlled bodyweight movements to ensure my joints and muscles are ready for the load.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5727e5f4-faa7-42fc-b4fe-08936eea785a)
- [Video: A closer look at a bodyweight squat warm-up. Mobility and proper activation are key before moving on to heavy compound lifts like squats and deadlifts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3a800cd-b9c5-4d9a-a459-ba99d9dc68d9)
- ![Getting ready for a heavy bench press session. The bench is the third pillar of our core lifts, essential for building upper body pressing strength for framing and control in grappling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/806dbaf0-fb6d-4436-bc46-3b6f76f10a4e)
- ![The result of consistent, heavy squats. A well-developed back provides the base of support for nearly every athletic movement in combat sports.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd6cf37d-4396-483c-b57e-06d9248c05ce)

### [Smart Assistance Work](https://mytribe.in/gulliyagaurav/strength-conditioning-for-combat-athletes/smart-assistance-work)

- [Video: The lat pulldown is a key assistance exercise for building a strong back. This directly translates to pulling power in BJJ, wrestling, and clinch fighting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/387386e3-86c1-45a5-9242-aabf29fb8aef)
- ![Pull-ups are a fundamental bodyweight exercise for any fighter. They build the upper back and grip strength needed to control an opponent.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fe2b4775-1fb8-431b-aa92-3ae745f356c3)
- ![Dumbbell curls are a useful accessory exercise. While not a primary lift, strong biceps are important for pulling motions in grappling and can help prevent injury.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0fc51b7e-44a2-4494-a06e-3554047e4b64)
- [Video: Performing seated dumbbell curls with strict form. This is an example of smart assistance work we do after our main compound lifts are completed.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/49612576-c52b-4b94-8267-7b554ca85129)

### [Beyond the Barbell: Nutrition & Lifestyle](https://mytribe.in/gulliyagaurav/strength-conditioning-for-combat-athletes/beyond-the-barbell-nutrition-lifestyle)

- [Video: I don't believe in fad diets. In this clip, I explain why intermittent fasting is a superior and more sustainable strategy for weight management and overall health for both athletes and the general public.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24db3398-5263-48a3-8296-75bf62513f18)
- [Video: No gym? No problem. Here I discuss how to stay fit using effective bodyweight exercises like push-ups and pull-ups, combined with smart nutrition, even without access to equipment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1dfad78f-248c-401f-b665-6c8610aed9ff)

### [My Training Philosophy in Action](https://mytribe.in/gulliyagaurav/strength-conditioning-for-combat-athletes/my-training-philosophy-in-action)

- !["Stick to the basics, there are no shortcuts." This is the core of my training philosophy. Complexity is often a distraction from the hard work that actually produces results.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/be4946ef-f189-467c-950e-f053e6676f0c)
- ![Many people waste time in the gym on exercises that don't deliver. My focus is on proven strength training principles that build a powerful and resilient athlete.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f569367-c54e-4a7d-8e6c-b6e7d4a12593)
- ![A reminder to keep pushing. Your progress in strength and fighting is a direct result of the effort you consistently put in.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/98bc789e-6ed8-45ee-8edd-9667ac626ab0)
- ![The result of a consistent workout routine focused on fundamental strength. This physique was built on a foundation of heavy lifting, not just for show.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b61d231f-6abb-4e7d-b560-43b50d626d9f)
- ![This is the physique that comes from years of prioritizing strength. It's not about a temporary pump, it's about building dense, functional muscle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed3e330a-af18-44a1-b787-e0431fe1107c)
- ![This image illustrates my point: work for strength and muscle will follow. Chasing a pump gives you a feeling that fades within an hour.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9a9558f1-1757-41f2-ad90-4be250bb7600)
- ![When you train for strength, everything else improves: speed, power, stability, and muscle mass. This is the most efficient way to train for any combat sport.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/22a9bc5f-1eed-4394-97c1-63a720f906b7)
- ![Your habits outside the gym matter more than any complex routine. Prioritizing sleep and nutrition is the fastest way to see real changes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8263a2db-a89b-4c53-8352-ed7e5e9d0438)
- ![The vascularity and muscle definition shown here are byproducts of a low body fat percentage and consistent, heavy strength training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a0ff2d35-fe09-4fd5-9dae-e251122b98eb)
- ![A physique forged through years of dedication to heavy lifting and combat sports training. This is the result of a no-nonsense approach to fitness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cac87c70-41ac-45cc-bc81-a522b6562574)
- ![Wearing a shirt that says "The Real Deadlifter." It's more than an exercise; it's a commitment to building foundational, real-world strength.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/baa1f30b-2905-47ff-b7e8-bc8ddeb0e9bf)
- ![A throwback to 2011. This journey has been a long one. It shows my long-term dedication to strength training and the bodybuilding principles that support it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/67c73574-1bee-4467-866d-56ac943f915a)
- ![The mantra for any serious grappler: "Eat, Sleep, Roll, Repeat." And, of course, lift heavy to make every roll count.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9cb0f1f-3ed4-491e-aa61-162185f80ad4)
- ![I am not a bodybuilder. I am a BJJ player who lifts weights to get stronger, because in a fight, the stronger person is always harder to defeat.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d7b10bab-50c8-4e6c-b732-2c58c202b80a)
- ![Focused during a dumbbell curl set. Every exercise, even assistance work, is done with intent to contribute to overall strength for BJJ and MMA.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0fcd8571-600b-4976-8d46-575c6a8ca101)
- ![Another angle of a seated dumbbell curl, an exercise used to supplement the main compound lifts and build arm strength for grappling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e61fa02d-282c-4489-8fb3-290cb72dae87)
- ![The concentration required for proper form. Even on accessory movements, the focus is on quality to maximize gains and prevent injury.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50bbcd34-add9-415d-b54a-8f7a11d39025)

## Meet your expert

[Gaurav Gulliya](https://mytribe.in/gulliyagaurav)

### My story

Main Gaurav hoon, MMA fighter and BJJ player. Bachpan se martial arts karta aa raha hoon. National aur State grappling jeeta hai, ASJJF gold, ADCC silver bhi. Crosstrain Fight Club mere liye gym nahi, family hai. Pehle mujhe striking sab kuch lagta tha, phir BJJ coach ne ground pe ragdoll bana diya. Tab se BJJ hi best hai mere liye. Wrestling ya striking? Bhool jao, BJJ is life.

### My work

- **What I teach**: Personalized MMA coaching, BJJ, grappling, strength training for fighters, and kids self-defense classes.
- **My training style**: No ego, lots of competition, learn by tapping. Experience matters, not just technique.
- **Strength first**: Lift heavy, train for real strength. Pump routines waste time. Tagda banna hai toh heavy uthao.
- **Simple eating**: No fancy diets. Intermittent fasting for athletes is what actually works for me.
- **Home workouts**: No gym? Koi dikkat nahi. BJJ home workouts, running, skipping, pushups, pullups—sab kuch kar sakte ho.

## More services from Gaurav Gulliya

- [BJJ & Grappling Coaching](https://mytribe.in/gulliyagaurav/bjj-grappling-coaching) · ₹1,000-3,500 per session (estimate)
- [Self-Defense Training](https://mytribe.in/gulliyagaurav/self-defense-training) · ₹800-2,000 per session (estimate)

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