Fight IQ

UFC 246 saw the return of MMA superstar Connor McGregor as he faced off against battle-tested veteran Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone and what a triumphant return it was. We break down all the action that took place inside the octagon and talk about where the winners and the losers go from here.

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How can we rise to the occasion and perform at our best when the stakes are at their highest? The ability to focus on the task at hand with laser-like precision while drowning out the roar of the crowd and the magnitude of the moment is one of the defining factors of the very best fighters. This episode seeks to break down exactly how they thrived in the moment and how we can do it as well when the pressures of life reach a boiling point.

All of the interview clips featured here are post-fight thoughts from challengers for UFC titles who succeeded in becoming champions against all odds. We hear from current Middleweight champion Israel Adesanya, former Welterweight and Middleweight champ Georges 'Rush' St. Pierre and former Bantamweight champ Cody Garbrandt as they walk us through how they handled the intense pressure of competition to capture that gold belt and cement their legacy in MMA history.

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Clips used in this episode:

Israel Adesanya 

Georges St. Pierre

Cody Garbrandt

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'The Notorious' Conor McGregor is undeniably the biggest star in the history of the sport of Mixed Martial Arts. His tireless work ethic, desire for greatness and incredible self-belief have propelled him to become a two-time UFC champion and saw him step into the sport of Boxing to compete with the best in the world, Floyd Mayweather. 

At the heart of Conor's success lies a very specific mindset that forged the path for a young lad from Dublin Twelve to rise above his surroundings and make a massive impact in the world around him.

Brash, outspoken and often controversial, McGregor is a one-of-a-kind athlete and persona that is unlike anything the sport has ever seen. Join me as I break down the mentality of Mystic Mac and uncover words of wisdom we can all be inspired by.

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Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone is one of the most active and record-holding UFC fighters on the roster, holding the most wins and most finishes of opponents in any weight class. He’s always so close to getting that gold championship belt and as of this recording, he’s set to fight Connor McGregor January 18, 2020.

Whether you’re a fan of Cowboy or not, he comes across as a really genuine guy who has an incredible passion for the sport of MMA. His focused mindset and ability to talk freely about his own fears and insecurities surrounding his fights make him both effective in execution and endearing to MMA enthusiasts and casual fans alike.

In this episode of the Fight IQ podcast, we break down Cowboy's psychology and his mental approach to the fight game. Along the way, we'll learn some things we can apply to our own way of thinking to generate success in our own lives. 

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At the highest level, combat sports is a game of inches. Every advantage a fighter can gain over his opponent, no matter how small, will play a role in the outcome of the bout. One of the greatest skills a combatant can possess is control over his own mind, which leads to true mastery of self. 

As human beings, it is in our very nature to be at war with ourselves. How can we enter that battle with the greatest chance of conquering our inner demons and emerging victorious?

In this episode of the Fight IQ Podcast, we break down clips from former UFC fighter Randy 'The Natural' Couture and current UFC fighters Khabib Nurmagomedov and Brian Ortega to find out how they keep tabs on the enemy within. 

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Clips used in this episode:

Khabib Nurmagomedov

Brian Ortega

Randy Couture

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How much does confidence play a role when it's time to lay it all on the line and get into a fist fight?

Confidence affects so many factors when it comes to combat sports. Whether it's the confidence to overcome incredible odds, erase self-doubt or deal with elements outside of a fighter's control, the foundation for a strong mental state begins with self-belief.

We break down clips with words of wisdom from UFC old-school veterans Mark 'The Hammer' Coleman and Dan 'The Beast Severn', along with current generation fighter Kevin Lee, to find out how confidence has played a role in their success.

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Clips used in this episode:

Kevin Lee

Mark Coleman

Dan Severn

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UFC 245 was the most stacked card of 2019, with three title fights being contested and some big names competing from top to bottom. We break down all the Mixed Martial Arts action, examine the winners and losers and see what's next for the competitors involved.

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What are you willing to go through to get what you want in life? On this episode of the Fight IQ Podcast, we take a look at athletes who will do whatever it takes to achieve victory. Clips from UFC fighters Jorge Masvidal, Darren Till and Tony Ferguson shed light on the lengths they go to in search of a winning performance come fight night. 

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Clips used in this episode:

Jorge Masvidal

Darren Till

Tony Ferguson

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The war of words between opponents leading up to a contest can almost be just as entertaining as the fight itself. We know trash talk sells pay-per-views and generates attention on social media but how does it impact a fighter's performance, positive or negative? We break down some of the rivalries in mixed martial arts and examine how the psychological tactics used affected the final outcome of the fight.

Intro music by Snyker

Clips Used in This Episode:

Micheal Bisping and Georges St. Pierre: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWThMqH0uh8 

Urijah Faber and Dominick Cruz : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyIOzSUI9pI

Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Rose Namajunas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSb3ENhdwIg

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The coach-fighter relationship plays a key role in the development of an athlete's skills and impacts their confidence when it comes time to step into the ring. How do the world's best combat sports coaches get the most out of the fighters that work with them and how can a fighter make themselves more coachable? We draw on the wisdom of world-renowned Boxing coach Freddie Roach, as well as notable MMA coaches Firas Zahabi and John Kavanagh to gain some wisdom that will make all us of better coaches and students in our daily lives.

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Clips Used in This Episode:

John Kavanagh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3MgSH6OmEY

Freddie Roach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5mbb5c58pw

Firas Zahabi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47t3sfgZsXA

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