I sit down with the MMA Coach of the year, the head coach of Derrick Lewis, the UFCs own, Coach Bob Perez, to discuss coaching fighters, different "hats"you have to wear as a coach, and how important it is to tailor a style to each fighter. Lots of information in this short episode! I truly enjoyed sharing a conversation with Coach Bob. Such a genuine person, and someone whom I'm very happy to have known for as long as I have, Give it a listen, and enjoy!

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This episode I sit down with Firefighter and Professional MMA fighter, Bruce Whitehead to discuss his rigorous training methods, recovery methods, time management with his work and training schedules, and other topics that first responders discuss: like mustaches. Sit down, and enjoy! Follow The Mat Mindset on IG at: the_mat_mindset

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This was a fun one! I sit down with Madison Guinn to discuss her MMA career, how she got started in the art of Sumo Wrestling, and her trip to Japan! Tune in!

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Derek and Drew dive into each of the incredible fights that are on the card for a MONUMENTAL UFC 300. EXCITEMENT ENSUES! They discuss betting odds, who they think will win, keys to victory for each fighter, as well as discuss the heroic acts of the Hall of Fame, Mark "The Hammer" Coleman. Tune in, YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS! Xmartial.com use Code: MATMINDSET for 10% off Follow The Mat Mindset on IG: the_mat_mindset Follow Drew on IG: drew__elder Follow Derek on IG: thereallefty22 The Mat Mindset owns no rights to any music used

I sit down with UFC veteran "Lucky" Lauren Murphy to discuss how she got her start in MMA, her rise in the UFC, experiences on The Ultimate Fighter, her training regiments preparing for title bouts, and how she recovers throughout her training camps. Tune in, you're not going to want to miss this one!

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This episode I sit down with Houston MMA veteran, DWCS veteran and former Fury FC lightweight Champ, Kolton Englund, to discuss his rise in the MMA world, his battle (and victory) with Leukemia, and his route to return to the UFC. Also in attendance, special guest, Kolton's wife, former Invicta Champ and current UFC fighter, Rayanne Englund! Tune in and enjoy!

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I sit down with "The Texas Zombie" Cody Owens, to discuss his life after MMA, the injuries that kept him from competing again, his BJJ career, and overall life experiences that shaped and molded him into the person he is today. YouTube Video coming at a later date! Give it a listen, the world needs more genuine souls like Cody Owens.

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On this episode I sit down with 4x national Muay Thai Champ, and professional MMA fighter, Jacob Berry, to discuss his training regiments, the struggles he faced transitioning from Muay Thai to MMA, and plans for his upcoming fight and MMA career. Tune in!

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