What is the Ultimate Martial Arts?

[Ogata]

Have we seen the peak evolution of martial arts or could this art form be taken to a whole new level?

What is the best combination of styles for a solid base for aspiring MMA fighters that look for longevity?

It seems like the nature of MMA is so detrimental to a well abled body and yet the act of martial arts is to become strong and not injured. I always was curios to know what is the true ultimate martial arts that allows MMA fighters to be at the very top of the pinnacle of mastery?

I ask because Colby is the top contender because of his youth, drive, determination but his skillset doesn't seem to be that of a person who is considered a new wave of martial arts.

 

[Iron Nick]

The perfect fighter is tall, rangy, has elite wrestling and overall grappling and powerful and accurate striking.

Spoiler

 

[Andreh]

To me: Muay Thai, Boxing, Judo and BJJ.

 

[Get To Da Choppa]

The art of hurting your opponent without touching them. There's a reason why you don't see this in the UFC. It's too lethal

 

[Orochimaru 大蛇丸]

To me: Muay Thai, Boxing, Judo and BJJ.

Judo? HAHAHAHA

 

[HHJ]

There is none. Everyone who seriously goes down this path realizes there is no perfect style or combination of styles. Its just whatever works best for YOU.

 

[Slatersan]

Sumo and wing chun

edit: I said this as a joke but that would actually be a solid combo.

 

[Sad Dad]

Have we seen the peak evolution of martial arts or could this art form be taken to a whole new level?

What is the best combination of styles for a solid base for aspiring MMA fighters that look for longevity?

It seems like the nature of MMA is so detrimental to a well abled body and yet the act of martial arts is to become strong and not injured. I always was curios to know what is the true ultimate martial arts that allows MMA fighters to be at the very top of the pinnacle of mastery?

I ask because Colby is the top contender because of his youth, drive, determination but his skillset doesn't seem to be that of a person who is considered a new wave of martial arts.

His youth? Lol the dude is 32 years old.

 

[HHJ]

The perfect fighter is tall, rangy, has elite wrestling and overall grappling and powerful and accurate striking.

 

[Sweater of AV]

 

[Orochimaru 大蛇丸]

Wrestling

 

[ChickenBrother]

 

[Andreh]

Judo? HAHAHAHA

Yes, Judo > Wrestling.

 

[Slatersan]

Ugh a coworker found out I do bjj and he started telling me about his aikido instructor taking out 30 guys at one time. I just gave him the “dang that’s wild” response.

 

[ChickenBrother]

 

[HHJ]

lol like i undersand misderection,but doing it with one arm,no one is going to let you just do that to them like that lol

 

[HHJ]

Tbf Pommel horse is very difficult to master. lol my dad (a gymnast) would have loved this scene hahaha

 

[Orochimaru 大蛇丸]

Yes, Judo > Wrestling.

You must have some type of bias for Judo, Wrestling is so obviously superior for MMA

 

[Sweater of AV]

Ugh a coworker found out I do bjj and he started telling me about his aikido instructor taking out 30 guys at one time. I just gave him the “dang that’s wild” response.

It's crazy. I know a few people that have been practicing it for many years. They aren't that bad but I stopped trying to have a discussion about it a long time ago.

 

[Sweater of AV]

lol like i undersand misderection,but doing it with one arm,no one is going to let you just do that to them like that lol

I genuinely want to know what's going through the minds of the people sitting there.