Balancing Basics: Drills to Improve Your Balance, Body Awareness and Control

  Balance is frequently overlooked, but is an essential piece of athleticism.

Controlling your body in space helps us move more efficiently and get ourselves in and out of situations. We couldn't throw a punch, go for a takedown, defend or move without good body awareness and balance, so its definitely something you should address and improve during your workouts.

Start with the full framework: MMA Strength and Conditioning: The Complete Guide.

Here's a great, simple series of drills from Dewey Nielsen.

Balance Beam Basics