--- title: "Building Power: Strength & Conditioning for Combat Sports in Bengaluru" description: "Get strong with Coach Shiljith's functional strength and conditioning training. We build athletic power for MMA, boxing, and daily life. Join our crew in Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/shiljith07/mixed-martial-arts-mma-coaching/building-power-strength-conditioning last_updated: 2026-01-10 --- # Building Functional Power: Strength & Conditioning Tribe Verified · Professional MMA training across Bengaluru. By [Shiljith](https://mytribe.in/shiljith07) · Train at HBR Layout, Amrutahalli and Yelahanka · ₹3,000 per month (estimate) Part of [Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Coaching](https://mytribe.in/shiljith07/mixed-martial-arts-mma-coaching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shiljith07/mixed-martial-arts-mma-coaching/gallery) I don't train people to just look good in the mirror. We build the kind of functional, explosive power that makes you a better athlete on the mat and in real life. ## Photos and videos - ![If you think lifting is dangerous, try being weak. Here I am setting up for a deadlift. This is one of the best exercises for building overall strength, which is crucial for any MMA fighter.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ecba0c9-4a88-4493-80ce-3e135c533b59) - ![Proper form on a deadlift. Notice the flat back and engaged core. We train smart to build functional strength and avoid injury.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5bf724bc-7322-4208-8f70-14cbd090959f) - [Video: Strength is the foundation. Here's a student executing a barbell snatch, a full-body explosive lift that builds the power needed for MMA. We focus on proper weightlifting form to get strong safely.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7aa9ee12-8a7e-4c12-aa8b-80a54257e78f) - ![A strong back is essential for grappling and overall posture. Pull-ups are a fundamental bodyweight exercise we use to build that strength. Muscle memory is real, and routine is everything.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36962771-e17e-4af1-9b1b-77df0f53bb1d) - [Video: The pain you feel today is the strength you feel tomorrow. A look at a home workout session with the team, pushing through some barbell squats. No excuses, just work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/daf10b22-6eaf-46d7-a262-4e0794b98445) - [Video: Sometimes we take the training outside. Here, a student tackles a rope climb during an outdoor adventure session. This kind of training builds grip strength and mental toughness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4211be11-a6d3-4a51-9a29-5e8ec1558e4a) - ![This is one of the most effective exercise complexes for MMA fighters. It combines a power clean, a push jerk, and a hang squat clean to build explosive power from head to toe.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b24d5560-ee9e-44f3-bbf5-86ad38c2837d) - ![Getting ready to lift. This is the starting position for a power clean, a key exercise in our strength and conditioning program for developing explosive strength.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e2742057-2db8-4ca4-b838-0ab0c2c9ac4c) - ![A student after completing a set of power cleans. This kind of high-intensity lifting builds the athletic base needed for MMA.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6c6f0444-abd5-485b-bf6b-5f0a102c95e3) - ![The bottom of a hang squat clean. This complex movement builds strength through a full range of motion, which translates directly to the mat.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d18e72fd-ddef-4d36-a7c0-68402b2c0f32) - ![Setting up for a power clean. The focus is on maintaining a strong, neutral spine before initiating the lift from the floor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/19c9871c-24b6-41e0-b806-a5e7c04a3720) - ![The squat portion of a hang squat clean. This exercise is great for building leg drive and explosive hip extension.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5d6ece33-ac21-4c5f-9a32-6cc95cf8c39b) - ![The last few reps are what make the muscle grow. This is a shoulder press, a great exercise for building punching power and shoulder stability.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e726d5d-5c17-4fda-b5f9-6871d225430c) - ![A student performing a dumbbell shoulder press on the rooftop. This exercise is great for building balanced shoulder strength and stability.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/61d123e5-9dc9-4f66-9a5d-efcdca7df9cb) - ![Getting ready for a barbell shoulder press. It's important to start with a weight you are comfortable with and focus on form.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9daefd50-5dd2-4b8e-b48b-696cd40bcf7e) - ![A single-hand dumbbell press. This variation challenges your core and stability while building unilateral strength in your shoulders.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0de96e0b-15a7-4bd0-9554-40817c1a113c) - ![A student performing a dumbbell press. Using dumbbells requires more stabilization than a barbell, which is great for functional strength.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab45f52b-78bb-44b6-b2d9-5abc36ec1502) - ![Taking a moment between sets of barbell presses. Rest is just as important as the work itself for building strength.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/046aa90e-065e-4ed1-8b50-47ab625f0443) - ![Resting after a heavy set of barbell shoulder presses. Pushing your limits is how you get stronger.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/db3ef24b-145c-4c90-8ab7-f970acecd898) - ![Holding dumbbells for a shoulder press. This exercise is a staple in our strength program for developing powerful striking.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e54189d7-5a34-4b65-948c-396e8a1d8a3a) - ![A student lifting a barbell for a shoulder press. This is part of a progressive overload workout, increasing the weight with each set.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed91dbeb-139f-44af-b82b-d1b88ac8ef22) - ![Taking a well-earned rest between heavy lifts. Strength training is as much a mental game as it is a physical one.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55d069ac-9c6c-4a47-bbd3-c9f06e374c22) - ![A student preparing for a set with a lighter barbell. We always warm up properly before moving to heavier weights.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/71c2d838-0cca-48c9-b889-b360c0aeb48d) - ![Preparing for another set of barbell lifts. Consistency is the key to making progress in your strength training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7339082a-8e34-49d1-9fc2-1672b0946ac9) - ![Lifting the barbell from the ground. This image shows the start of a lift during a shoulder press workout.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/780929d7-03a8-4da9-9c11-96b18b684204) - ![A student walking with dumbbells during a rooftop workout. Even simple movements can be part of a tough conditioning circuit.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1760872-a02d-4040-80c2-d7d4d27eb26b) - ![A student holding dumbbells at shoulder height, ready for a set of presses. This is a great way to build explosive power.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/48184cbd-ae8e-4ba8-a99d-c0dc83bacaea) - ![Last workout of the year with my training partner. We always push each other to finish strong.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b6955db4-3d80-4605-873d-31662c032617) ## About Building Power: Strength & Conditioning I focus on compound movements like deadlifts, barbell snatches, and pull-ups because they build the raw, usable power required for combat sports. My main priority is always form; lifting heavy is useless if you get injured, so I will correct your posture on every single set until you get it right. Why train like a fighter? Because standard gym workouts often lack the intensity and athletic utility required for real-world scenarios. Here, we treat strength and conditioning as the foundation for your entire martial arts journey. Whether you are prepping for a national competition or just trying to stop feeling weak, we focus on movements that engage your whole body. We are talking about deadlifts, power cleans, and shoulder presses—movements that translate directly to your grappling and striking performance. If your back isn't strong enough to hold your ground or your shoulders aren't stable enough for throwing punches, you will struggle on the mat. My approach isn't about vanity muscles. It is about building a body that can take a hit and keep moving. Beginners are welcome, and I personally ensure your form is dialed in before we add any real weight. We keep the atmosphere honest, focused, and free of ego. We are currently running sessions at our academies in Yelahanka New Town, HBR Layout, and Amrutahalli. Come ready to sweat. ## About Shiljith I’m Coach Shiljith. My gym, Reign MMA, isn't about gym aesthetics—it's about building a crew of athletes who can actually handle themselves. Whether you want to compete or just get fit, I'm here to help you get stronger every day. 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