UFC’s electrifying Michael Chandler talks: awakening a sleeping giant, the real value of “shiny objects” and how every man needs a dragon to slay.
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TIME STAMPS:
0:00:00 Introduction of Michael and his upbringing
0:02:03 Michael’s early MMA career, Tyrone Woodley, First Blood Promotions
0:06:39 Michael’s evolution as a fighter
0:09:11 How bad does getting kicked actually hurt?
0:10:27 A fighter’s mentality, bouncing back from a loss
0:12:00 Dealing with public criticism
0:14:10 The evolution of MMA athletes, difficulties of staying on top
0:17:10 Fighting is a metaphor for life
0:18:45 The “fairness” of fighting
0:19:44 Most devastating shots
0:23:19 Other notable UFC hardworking fighters, Gilbert Burns
0:27:05 A fighter’s “Tells”
0:28:10 Michael’s fighting style, potential future matchups
0:31:00 Michael’s training App
0:33:33 Training camp diet
0:36:20 Running a marathon with Cam
0:38:10 A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats
0:41:50 Starting new journeys and putting one foot in front of the other
0:43:10 Don’t be afraid of failure
0:45:12 “A Shiny Object” for God
0:49:40 Michael’s faith journey
0:52:03 Pressure to be perfect
0:54:03 Instilling a hard work mentality in children
0:59:30 Working towards your best self
1:01:11 Blocking out haters
1:06:12 A war vs. a quick KO in the octagon
1:08:45 Wild at Heart, John Eldredge
1:11:29 Michael Chandler’s future as a bowhunter
1:17:11 Closing statements
1:18:30 Sponsorships
