The Importance Of Repetition In Training.

Repetition is a standard method of training in many martial arts and although many people will tell you that repetition will lead to the perfection of your techniques, this is only a half-truth.

Yes, repetition IS necessary to develop proper technique however it has it's limits.

The more accurate statement is that perfect and focused repetition is more productive than repetition alone.

Think about it.

Do you think 1000 reps of the same move will develop your skill as much as 100 reps where there is an effort to get all the details down perfectly as well as stay focused on the details as you're performing them?
I would go with the 100 focused reps anyday.

The point here is that although repetition is critical, you can fall into a trap where you waste time and do little for your advancement by aimlessly performing reps.
Staying focused on proper execution and paying close attention to the details will make every rep count.
This will take your skills further than doing 10 times the reps poorly.

Now, let's look at what makes repetitions a necessary part of training.

All champions share one thing in common regardless of their sport.

Simply put, they are able to pull off the technical moves necessary in their sport without thinking about them. This leaves them free to focus on strategy and pull off their techniques in the moment as they are needed.

By realizing the benefits and limits of repetition in your training, you can take your skills to higher levels regardless of the martial art or combat sport you practice.