Striker1
09-07-2008, 08:57 AM
FIGHT PREPARATION:
With this unforeseen fight postponement, how will this affect Urijah's training schedule? I know alot goes into the timing of a fighters training, diet, mental prep in reference to a fight. Even fighters operating at Urijah's level suffer from concerns such as weigh-in, muscle health (potential new injuries during training), and most importantly mental burnout. How is the team keeping their athlete focused and on-track? From a conditioning standpoint, I’m sure Urijah's off-season/ between fight regiment is willingly adhered to by the champ. What about the extra drills and prep that may be opponent specific? Just wondering for my own training? :cool:
I'm not expecting a response until after the fight, as I'm sure your opponent's camp is using this time to do as much reconnaissance on Urijah as they can.
Just one observation: The Champ's biggest asset is the mental focus he maintains under pressure. Over the years I've learned (most times the hard-way) that a persons intentions are usually broadcast through body language. Under pressure, Urijah appears to become more relaxed. I think it’s the most unique and dangerous quality that a fighter can possess. It’s not the dog that barks and growls that you have to worry about. It’s the quiet one you need to keep an eye on. They’re just trying to close the distance to increase the odds of taking you off. Hope to see it firsthand in Florida. Good Luck, Bro!!!
With this unforeseen fight postponement, how will this affect Urijah's training schedule? I know alot goes into the timing of a fighters training, diet, mental prep in reference to a fight. Even fighters operating at Urijah's level suffer from concerns such as weigh-in, muscle health (potential new injuries during training), and most importantly mental burnout. How is the team keeping their athlete focused and on-track? From a conditioning standpoint, I’m sure Urijah's off-season/ between fight regiment is willingly adhered to by the champ. What about the extra drills and prep that may be opponent specific? Just wondering for my own training? :cool:
I'm not expecting a response until after the fight, as I'm sure your opponent's camp is using this time to do as much reconnaissance on Urijah as they can.
Just one observation: The Champ's biggest asset is the mental focus he maintains under pressure. Over the years I've learned (most times the hard-way) that a persons intentions are usually broadcast through body language. Under pressure, Urijah appears to become more relaxed. I think it’s the most unique and dangerous quality that a fighter can possess. It’s not the dog that barks and growls that you have to worry about. It’s the quiet one you need to keep an eye on. They’re just trying to close the distance to increase the odds of taking you off. Hope to see it firsthand in Florida. Good Luck, Bro!!!