Combat sports have a lengthy list of aspiring stories, which includes fighters with humble backgrounds reaching the pinnacle of the sport. Besides overcoming numerous obstacles, willpower separates a challenger from a champion. However, the coach’s contribution is the most overlooked part of an MMA fighter’s journey. In a recent video that is making rounds on the internet, one coach’s style has divided the opinions of MMA fans.
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In the viral video, the coach pushed the MMA pupil while she looked drained out. Not only did she recover from the constant push, but also brought forth aggression.
What happens in the video?
The video started with the female MMA trainee devoid of all energy and on the verge of giving up. While the fans saw the tired look on her face, her coach had a unique approach.
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Instead of encouraging her to take a break to catch up her breath, the coach lightly kicked her till the MMA fighter held her ground and geared again for the training. Afterward, the MMA trainee followed with a powerful boxing combination and vigorous kicks.
How did the MMA fans react?
While the approach might appear a bit harsh to a layman, the majority of fans didn’t think so. In addition, the fans rallied their support for the coach, as they believed that the coach was lenient still.
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One user wrote, “Thats how thai coaches go and he is going pretty light.”
Another user resonated with the same idea. Thus, he wrote, “This is light. Normally these guys are a lot more meaner during training.”
An MMA fan mentioned, “Iron sharpens iron ig. “
Another MMA fan proclaimed, “That pumped life into me!”
A combat sports fan stated that categorical boundaries ceased to exist as soon as one put the gloves on. Hence he commented, “No, Why ?!?!?! Cause she’s a girl ?!?!?! She’s fighter when the gloves are on !!!”
Another fan pointed out, “He’s not there to take it easy on her, he’s there to make her a beast! And it’s working!”
Further, another user declared, “Any lighter he gonna be kicking the air🤦🏽♂”
Additionally, a fan disclosed the recipe to become a champion and thus argued, “Would be tough to watch your daughter/other half go through this but it’s what it takes to become a champion 👑”
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A user held an opposing view and thus insisted, “That kinda looks like bullying”
Another user voiced similar issues. Thus, he wrote, “I mean push her hard but don’t humiliate her.”
An MMA fan stated, “Kicking her in the back isn’t acceptable tho, I understand he’s tryna push her but hits to the spine are dangerous and shouldn’t be allowed”
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Lastly, a user commented, “I’d love to see him try and bully Ngannou like that”
What do you think of this coaching approach? Do you also agree with it? Let us know in the comments below.