In this episode, we dive deep into Chris’s journey — from gruelling fight camps and brutal weight cuts to his current focus on long-term health, brain function, and smart training. He shares hard-earned insights from decades in the fight game, including what’s changed in the way athletes train, eat, and recover today.
Whether you’re a combat sports fan, a coach, or just someone trying to optimise your own performance, this episode is packed with value.
We cover:
- How training and nutrition in combat sports have evolved over the years
- Chris’s personal fight routine: training volume, diet, and mindset prep
- The most extreme weight-cutting practices he's witnessed (or experienced)
- The role of recovery and how it’s changed since his early fight days
- How he trains and eats now compared to during his fight career
- Supplements he recommends for fighters and active individuals
- Reflections on health after years of high-level competition
- Chris’s views on ketogenic and carnivore diets for fighters
- Chris's books: The Fighter's Kitchen, So You Want to Be a Fighter
Chris is one of the rare athletes who has bridged the gap between elite performance and sustainable health. You’ll come away with practical tips, new perspectives, and maybe even some inspiration to level up your own training or nutrition game.
Listen on Spotify!
Links:
So You Want to Be a Fighter
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