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Today’s guest is Lawrence Phillips, a successful MMA fighter from Rockford, Illinois, who holds a world championship title. His rise to prominence began in February, and he boasts an impressive amateur record of 7-0, with all wins secured in the first round. Recently, Phillips won the championship at the Global Association of Mixed Martial Arts World Championships in Amsterdam, defeating his Latvian opponent.
Phillips is a 6'3" fighter weighing 265 pounds. He has gained the attention of significant management teams, such as Paradigm and First Round Management, representing MMA stars such as Conor McGregor and Derrick Lewis.
Phillips' success stems from his coaches and the support he receives at DeLaRosa Submission Academy in Roscoe. His foundation for success was laid during his wrestling days at Auburn High School and later at Division II St. Cloud State, where he contributed to a national championship team.
00:01 MMA training and coaching with Lawrence Phillips.
2:21 High school wrestling, college, and MMA.
9:15 MMA training, fighting, and travel experiences.
14:08 Balancing strength training and MMA practice.
26:15 Martial arts and overcoming adversity.
29:01 Wrestling and jujitsu training
34:49 MMA training and its unique balance between smart and stupid training
