Traditionally, people have thought that lifting weights in Martial arts or any combat sport will make a person more sluggish and slow. While there is some truth to that, there is a very great benefit to lifting weights while doing martial arts.
Now, it depends on "how" you lift weights. If you lift like a body builder, then yes you will become sluggish and you will "look" good but it won't help you with the explosive power you need for a fight. You need to lift like a power lifter. What do I mean? Low reps, high intensity about 80% of your 1 repetition max. Also, you need to time when you lift weights. Don't lift weights every single day, try to find 3 days of weight lifting in addition to your skills training. Also, listen to your body. If you are recieving DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) then you may have to modify what you are doing, but DONT stop or it will hurt you in the long run.
Also, stretching is VERY important as well as your eating habits. If you eat like shit, lift weights, don't stretch then yes you will be very sluggish in your movements. But by getting more strong, you will allow yourself an edge of competitors especially if you combine your skill with the strength. Nobody can argue becoming more strong will make not make you hit harder.
So to answer the question, yes but it all depends on how you train. Train smart, and don't lift massive weights right before a fight, give yourself time to recover, and remember; don't lift like a body builder, lift like a power lifter.
Have a great day,
Martial Arts Tutor
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