Words With A MAD Coach

Be My Guest

Fight For It 22 / Be my Guest I am thrilled to invite you to an unforgettable event where passion meets purpose. Be my guest for a night of electrifying energy, inspiring moments, and incredible action.

Resist Temptations

Fight your urges to do more for the sake of doing more.  Not every good move is good for you.  Athletes should prioritize well-rounded training that includes proper rest, nutrition, and mental preparation, and avoid unnecessary actions that don’t contribute to their goals. By doing so, they can ensure that every effort they make genuinely benefits their performance and long-term success.

Open discussion with a Coach Cyle

Caller jumps on and we just talk MMA to Boxing to Training to Life.
Go with the Flow -- Rickson Gracie

Your Success Meter

Your success Meter.  Know that you are a champion based on your efforts and not by what others say

Guns Down Gloves Up

Interview with Coach Jomo Lucas 

Wild West Wednesday

Random Thoughts about MMA

Local MMA Health Update

A wide view of MMA in North Carolina and what the future may look like

Family Fight Team

Why do fight teams fail after gaining a measure of success?

Preview of Harvey vs Wilson FFI 22

As they prepare for their championship bout on September 14th, both Shameek Harvey and David Wilson can draw from their past experiences to fuel their performances. Harvey, who has faced the challenge of fighting for championships but has yet to claim a title, can find inspiration in the resilience he's shown throughout his career. Each of those championship fights, though ending in defeat, has added layers to his skillset, mental toughness, and understanding of what it takes to reach the top. Knowing he’s been close before can push him to dig even deeper this time, proving to himself and others that persistence pays off.
Wilson, on the other hand, has the experience of being a champion at the amateur level, which brings a different kind of pressure—one of living up to his past successes. He can draw from the confidence of knowing what it feels like to have his hand raised in a championship setting, using that memory to guide him through the tough moments in this fight. His ability to bounce back from losses and continue to perform at a high level demonstrates his tenacity and belief in his abilities. This bout represents another opportunity for him to show that he can translate his amateur success into the pro ranks.
For fans and fellow fighters, the performances of Harvey and Wilson can serve as powerful reminders of the value of perseverance, regardless of past results. Both fighters exemplify that setbacks are not endpoints but rather opportunities for growth. Their journey to this moment, marked by both victories and defeats, highlights the importance of staying committed to the process, continuously improving, and never losing sight of the ultimate goal. Their courage to step into the cage again, despite previous disappointments, is a lesson in resilience that can inspire anyone facing challenges in their own pursuits.

No One is Coming

Develop your own powerful statement about personal responsibility and self-reliance. It must suggest that waiting for external help or solutions won't lead to success or fulfillment. Instead, it encourages you to take charge of your own life, make decisions independently, and develop the strength and skills necessary to overcome challenges on your own.
In essence, it's about becoming proactive, resilient, and self-sufficient, recognizing that your progress and well-being are ultimately in your hands.