How You Train Matters

 

Fencing requires a combination of movement patterns that need to be trained systematically to improve performance and reduce injury risk. Every HEMAFit class helps fencers develop all four domains:

Strength: Strength training builds the foundation for complex footwork and dynamic attacks, helping fencers to generate force effectively for lunges, recoveries, and blade interactions in the bind. 

Aerobic Conditioning: Historical fencers must both deliver at high intensity in short bursts and also sustain effort over many hours at multiday events.  As a sport with complex energy demands, training must include a blend of both lower-intensity cardio and high-intensity intervals.

Explosive Power: The ability to accelerate, change direction, and execute powerful lunges, ripostes, and retreats is essential at the top tiers of competition. Training this system includes plyometrics, speed drills, and reaction-based exercises to enhance rapid force production.

Mobility-Stability: Optimal movement requires a balance between mobility (range of motion) and stability (control). Things in this domain include drills for shoulder health, hip flexibility, and core stability to support efficient, injury-free movement.

HEMAFit is specifically designed to address all four domains, giving fencers a well-rounded conditioning routine that translates directly to improved performance in the ring.