Fight Science Made Simple

Coach Adam Snyder
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Fight Science Made Simple is for fighters and martial artists who want to train harder, recover faster, and stay on the mat for life. Each week, we break down strength & conditioning, nutrition, recovery, and mindset into straightforward strategies you can actually use in training. Simple, practical, and backed by real fight science—so you can keep chasing your potential, performing at your peak, and becoming the fighter you’ve always wanted to be.

  1. 11H AGO

    FSMS #19 - How Top Contenders Finish Fights With Devastating Power

    Most fighters think power is something you’re born with — either you’ve got heavy hands or you don’t. But knockouts aren’t just genetics. Real finishing ability happens when you understand the science of power for fighters — how force, velocity, and the alactic system work together to create devastating explosiveness. Without it, you’re stuck winning decisions, getting overlooked, and wondering why your strikes don’t have the same impact as the guys getting Contender Series calls. In this episode of Fight Science Made Simple, you’ll learn: • What power actually is and why most fighters misunderstand it.• The energy system behind knockouts • How to train to build real fight-ending explosiveness.  Whether you’re an MMA fighter, BJJ athlete, striker, or hybrid martial artist, developing finishing power is no longer optional. The sport rewards violence. It rewards damage. It rewards finishes. If you want to train smarter, hit harder, and become the kind of fighter promoters can’t ignore — this episode is for you.

    29 min

  2. JAN 27

    FSMS #18 - Fight Night Nutrition Blueprint

    In this episode of Fight Science Made Simple, Coach Adam breaks down the Fight Night Nutrition Blueprint—the exact step-by-step system he uses with fighters to make sure they walk into the cage fully fueled, fully hydrated, and ready to push a savage pace. Most fighters obsess over making weight… and then completely wing it when it comes to what to eat on fight day. That’s a mistake that gets people gassed, flat, bloated, or sluggish when it matters most. And no—starving yourself for “primal kill mode” isn’t tough… it’s just leaving performance on the table. Inside the blueprint, you’ll learn: Why fight night nutrition starts the second you step off the scaleThe goal for re-gain: put back 10–15% of bodyweight with fluids, electrolytes, and carbsThe Performance Plate framework (what every meal should look like on fight week)How to plan 2–4 meals + snacks depending on when you fight (working backward from your walkout)The rule for your last real meal: 3–4 hours before the fightThe final top-off: a high-carb snack 1–2 hours pre-fight (simple carbs that hit fast)The warm-up hack: sip/swirl Gatorade to keep glucose topped off without feeling heavyIf you’ve ever felt low energy, got tired too fast, or felt “off” on fight night—this episode gives you a simple plan you can follow every single time. Want help dialing in your weight cut + fight week nutrition like a pro? DM Coach Adam the word COLLECTIVE on Instagram @FightScienceCollective.

    17 min

  3. JAN 20

    FSMS #17 - HRV for Fighters: How to Train Hard Without Burning Out

    In this episode of the Fight Science Made Simple podcast, Coach Adam breaks down HRV (heart rate variability)—the most misunderstood recovery metric in combat sports—and how fighters can use it as a “check engine light” to train hard without running themselves into the ground. If you’re constantly sore, always second-guessing whether to push or rest, or you feel like you’re living in a cycle of overtraining → burnout → injury, this one is for you. You’ll learn: What HRV actually measures (and what it tells you about your nervous system)Why high HRV = better recovery capacity and low HRV can signal accumulated stressHow to track HRV the right way (and why consistency matters more than the number)The biggest mistake fighters make: obsessing over daily scores instead of 7–14 day trendsHow to use HRV to adjust training without getting soft (volume, intensity, frequency, rest days)The fastest ways to improve HRV: sleep, nutrition, hydration, stress management, smarter training, and when aerobic work mattersHow HRV removes the guessing, anxiety, and ego-driven decisions that lead to short careersIf you want to train like a savage and stay in the game for the long haul, this episode will upgrade the way you approach recovery—starting today.

    29 min

  4. JAN 13

    FSMS #16 - How I Rehabbed My ACL Without Surgery

    In this episode of the Fight Science Made Simple podcast, Coach Adam breaks down exactly how he rehabbed a complete ACL tear without surgery—and got back to full MMA sparring in under 6 months. You’ll learn: How the ACL tear happened (and the mistakes he wishes he listened to sooner)Why he chose rehab over surgery—and who shouldn’t follow that pathThe simple rehab approach that actually workedWhy “basic” strength & conditioning is the real secret to injury resilienceThe biggest rehab mistake fighters make (and why braces/shortcuts don’t fix the root problem)The mindset framework that made the difference: faith, identity, and how you talk about your injuryWhat to do during downtime so you come back better—not brokenIf you’re dealing with a knee injury (or any injury) and feel stuck, scared, or unsure if you’ll ever be the same again, this episode will give you a roadmap—and a serious mindset reset.

    33 min

  5. JAN 7

    FSMS #15 - A Fighter's Guide to Strength & Conditioning Programming

    In this episode of the Fight Science Made Simple podcast, Coach Adam drops the complete playbook for strength & conditioning programming for fighters. No fluff. No guesswork. Just a clear, repeatable framework you can use to build programs that actually transfer to the mat and the cage. You’ll learn: How many days per week fighters should lift (and when 2, 3, or 4 days makes sense)How to program reps, sets, volume, and intensity without wrecking recoveryWhy individuality matters more than “sport-specific” trendsHow to structure full body, upper, and lower sessions the right wayExactly which exercises every fighter needs—and how to order themHow strength training should change in off-camp, pre-camp, and fight campSimple plug-and-play templates you can start using immediatelyIf you’re a fighter who wants to get stronger, faster, more powerful—and stop wasting time in the weight room—this episode will change how you train.

    32 min

  6. 12/29/2025

    FSMS #14 - Staying Consistent When Motivation Fades

    In this episode of the Fight Science Made Simple podcast, Coach Adam breaks down what consistency actually looks like when motivation disappears—and why discipline, identity, and long-term vision matter more than hype or willpower. You’ll learn: Why motivation is unreliable—and what to lean on insteadWhat “real consistency” actually looks like (it’s not 100% every day)How to keep showing up on low-energy, low-motivation daysHow to use your why to push through resistance and self-doubtHow to choose short-term discomfort over long-term regretIf you’re a fighter, martial artist, or high-performer who keeps falling off when things get hard—or feels stuck repeating the same year over and over—this episode will hit home.

    15 min

  7. 12/22/2025

    FSMS #13 - Road to the UFC w/ David "Pantero" Macias

    In this  episode of the Fight Science Made Simple podcast, Coach Adam is joined by his first-ever guest — David Pantero Macias, undefeated pro fighter and longtime Fight Science client. They talk about what it actually takes to chase the UFC while balancing training, work, life, and the pressure that comes with the dream. If you’re a fighter who feels pulled in 10 directions — training, work, bills, stress, content — and you’re trying to keep the dream alive, this episode is for you. Hit play and lock in. This is the real fight behind the fight.

    1 hr

  8. 12/15/2025

    FSMS #12 - Goal Setting for Fighters: The 5-Step Plan to Dominate 2026

    Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fightsciencecollective/ In this episode of the Fight Science Made Simple podcast, Coach Adam breaks down the best best goal setting strategy for 2026  so you stay consistent, focused, and dominate the new year. If you’ve ever started the year fired up and then slowly lost momentum, this episode will change how you approach your goals. You’ll learn: Why most fighters fail their New Year’s goals every yearHow to set goals that actually stick using a simple, proven frameworkThe 4 goal timeframes that create real long-term progressThe 7 life categories fighters need to plan for on and off the matsHow to map your year so life doesn’t derail your momentumIf you’re tired of saying “this is my year” and ending up in the same place, this episode is for you. Hit play, lock in, and build a clear plan for 2026 that actually holds up when motivation fades.

    34 min
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Fight Science Made Simple is for fighters and martial artists who want to train harder, recover faster, and stay on the mat for life. Each week, we break down strength & conditioning, nutrition, recovery, and mindset into straightforward strategies you can actually use in training. Simple, practical, and backed by real fight science—so you can keep chasing your potential, performing at your peak, and becoming the fighter you’ve always wanted to be.

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  • Creator
    Coach Adam Snyder
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Fight Science Made Simple LLC. 2025