Year-Round Strength & Conditioning for Combat Sports
Overview
IN SZN is a subscription-based strength & conditioning program built for the active combat sports athlete — competitors, serious hobbyists, and coaches who want structured physical preparation without 1:1 coaching.
This is the exact program I run with my competition team.
The biggest mistake combat sports athletes make is not a lack of effort — it’s a lack of understanding how to train alongside skill-based practice. IN SZN solves that problem.
This is concurrent, year-round programming designed to support boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and submission grappling — without interfering with what actually matters: your time on the mats or in the ring.
Training Philosophy
At CMC (Chris Miah Coaching), we believe physical preparation should support and underpin sport-specific training — not compete with it.
IN SZN follows a generalist approach to athletic development, prioritising:
- Strength
- Power
- Resilience
- Work capacity
- Longevity
This program is built and continually refined by:
- A Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach
- A BJJ Black Belt
- A Professional Fighter
- A Sports Therapist (BSc)
- Strength and Conditioning (PGDip)
It reflects the perspective of:
- The athlete
- The skills coach
- The strength & conditioning coach
No fluff. No gimmicks. Just principles that work.
What’s Included
Mandatory Training
- 2 strength & conditioning sessions per week
- Designed to complement and enhance your combat sports training
- Non-negotiable if you want results
Optional Conditioning
- An additional 2 conditioning sessions per week
- New for 2026 2 supplementary mobility sessions as well as access to a catalogue of movement breaks via Skool.
- Ideal for hobbyists, amateurs, or busy coaches who can’t train their sport as frequently or intensely as they’d like
- Optional — not required
We drive the majority of fitness through sports practice, using S&C to support, not replace, skill work.
Track Your Training
Keep a logbook.
Record:
- Loads lifted
- Sets and reps
- RPE (difficulty)
- How you felt during and after sessions
The more data you track, the easier it is to:
- Measure progress
- Identify recovery issues
- Adjust expectations realistically
Using RPE
IN SZN uses RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) to manage intensity.
- 10/10 = maximal effort
- 9/10 = extremely hard
- 5/10 = moderate, warm-up level effort
Most work intentionally leaves something in the tank.
This program exists to support your sport — not drain you for it.
Keep the goal the goal.
Duration & Expectations
IN SZN is an ongoing subscription-based program.
For meaningful, long-term adaptation:
- Commit to at least 6 months before evaluating results
That said, many athletes report noticeable improvements in:
- Strength
- Conditioning
- Durability
- Training confidence
…within the first few weeks.
Level of Support
IN SZN is not 1:1 coaching — and that’s intentional.
However:
- You’re encouraged to ask questions (online or in person)
- One of the biggest benefits of this program is access to conversation and support
- You can interact with me directly to ensure you’re getting the most out of the program
This is high-level group programming, not anonymous PDFs.
Who Is IN SZN For?
IN SZN currently supports athletes competing at:
- Professional MMA e.g Cage Warriors
- IMMAF MMA Championships
- ISKA K-1 Championships
- Amateur boxing
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & submission grappling
From hobbyist to professional.
It’s not tailored to the individual — but it is proven, battle-tested, and effective year-round programming that delivers results at scale.
Transformations and performance outcomes can be seen via Instagram.
Final Word
IN SZN is world-class training made affordable.
Less hand-holding. More execution.
If you want intelligent programming that respects your sport, your time, and your long-term development — this is it.
Train hard. Train smart. Stay IN SZN. 🥊🔥