“We Found the Way”: Former Champ Max Holloway Reveals the Secret for His Decade Long MMA Career

Max Holloway has been a part of the UFC for about 11 long years now, a journey that began 13 years ago when the Hawaiian fighter stepped into the MMA world. At 31 years old, Holloway is now preparing for his 27th fight in the UFC, a remarkable feat in a sport where most fighters retire early due to the physical toll it takes on their bodies. However, the ‘Blessed’ one is not one to rest on his laurels and is instead gearing up for one of the most challenging fights of his career against the undefeated fighter in the UFC, Arnold Allen, in the upcoming UFC Fight Night in Missouri.

Despite such a remarkable career, Holloway shows no signs of slowing down and is always on the edge for the next challenge. Recently, the Hawaiian fighter revealed the secret to his longevity in the demanding sport of MMA. His method is indeed smart, to say the least.

What does Max Holloway do that others don’t?

Recently, Max Holloway sat down with UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier for an interview, during which the latter asked the ‘Blessed’ one what keeps him going while other fighters retire. In response, the former UFC featherweight champion shared a smart approach to his training and career longevity.

Holloway explained, “A lot of people talk about the damage thing. And damage thing is great, because, you can see the number things when I’m in front of you. But, I’m no longer taking damage in the gym.”

He further added, “At the end of the day, that’s what it is, you know. We found the way, what works for us. We take less damage in the gym now, so, if we do take damage, it can be in the find. And you can make your career longer.”

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At 31 years old, Holloway still has time on his side, but he’s implementing a smart approach to his training and preparation for fights. Moreover, the Hawaiian fighter also has a healthy way of dealing with losses, another factor that can derail a fighter’s career.

Dealing with failure the Holloway way

During an interview with ESPN MMA, Max Holloway was asked about how he moves on from losses and reflects on them. The former featherweight champion shared a healthy and practical approach that sets him apart from other fighters.

Holloway explained that he doesn’t dwell on his losses, unlike others who may take longer to recover emotionally. He said, “Everybody is like, ‘How long did it take you to get over that last fight?’ I was like, ‘The next day.’ You know what I mean? I felt bad for myself on Sunday, we left for Monday [and] I was over it, you know what I mean? You can’t cry over spilled milk.”

The ‘Blessed’ one is truly a student of the game, constantly looking for ways to improve and grow as a fighter. He will take on the Arnold Allen tomorrow at T-Mobile Center, Missouri.

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