Aside from the physical and mental preparation a fighter goes through leading up to a fight, another major factor in preparation is being on weight for the fight.  It is no secret that fighters cut weight to be under their respective weight classes with making more dramatic efforts to do so than others.  Although a fighter may be able to cut 20 pounds and rebound back up to that same weight the next day it is often shown later in the fight how much the effort in cutting the weight affected their performance. A fighter should know the limits of the body, understand and practice making the weight safely and still be able to perform at the best the following day.  Read More

Monday morning and back to work with an early morning training session, surprisingly, considering the great weekend that Crash MMA put on for us. The Crash MMA team had a great concept creating an adventure for fans to truly enjoy the UFC experience. The trip began with a party bus atmosphere with the UFC fights being played on the bus, pre-fight predictions, answering fans questions about the fight game, and a little bit of a booze cruisin’ along the way! Read More

Watching Affliction - Day of Reckoning illustrates how they are making the right moves to survive in the cutthroat MMA promotion world. People have to remember that this is only their second show and they have improved on some of the hiccups they experienced in their inaugural showing. Read More

1. Shawn Tompkins

This list would not begin, end, or even exist if I had never met Shawn. He has made me the fighter, man, and human being that I am today. I have always been driven by my passion for the sport but Shawn showed me how to channel it properly by grooming me in competition and training. Doors were opened, sacrifices were made, and opportunities Read More

Extreme Gym Makeover - MMA Style

Sure they have proven they can fight - be it in the UFC, TKO, IFL or Affliction. And yes they are likeable, knowledgeable guys when it comes to the fight game. But will they have similar success when it comes to putting their fists to work with a hammer and nails and their heads to a spreadsheet and business plan?

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1. Pride

Ever since we first opened the doors to the Adrenaline Training Center there has been a certain sense of pride that I have felt in the facility. The gym embodies everything I have ever wanted in a MMA: Great trainers, nice facility layout and proper equipment, positive atmosphere but still a feeling that you know champions are born within the walls. Read More

It is not too often that I get the opportunity to go to a live MMA event 100% as a fan. Not fighting, in the corner, judging, refereeing, or any other role in the show. At UFC 91 in Las Vegas I got that opportunity, and it was definitely an experience. First of, going to ANY live MMA event is a great experience for a new or old fan of the sport, but going to Las Vegas to watch a live UFC event with the headline of Randy Couture and Brock Lesner is even more crazy. Read More

The countdown to TKO 35 begins

Think you have what it takes to train with the big boys? Try keeping pace with UFC, WEC and TKO veteran Mark Hominick as he prepares for his fight against JC Pennington at TKO 35 on October 3rd.

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The countdown to TKO 35 begins

Think you have what it takes to train with the big boys? Try keeping pace with UFC, WEC and TKO veteran Mark Hominick as he prepares for his fight against JC Pennington at TKO 35 on October 3rd.

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The countdown to TKO 35 begins

Think you have what it takes to train with the big boys? Try keeping pace with UFC, WEC and TKO veteran Mark Hominick as he prepares for his fight against JC Pennington at TKO 35 on October 3rd.

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