Training

Too many fighters treat every phase of their training like it’s “go time.” They lift heavy, spar hard, add more conditioning, and keep stacking more volume—regardless of what’s happening in camp, life, or their body. But real progress doesn’t come from constant grind. It comes from seasonal strategy —knowing when to build, when to sharpen, and when to restore. The 3 Training Seasons Fighters Need At Black Lion Performance, I coach fighters through three main training seasons:

Strike Harder Without Shoulder Pain: 4 Smart Changes Fighters Need to Make If you're throwing heat in training but feeling it in your shoulders, you're not alone. Shoulder pain is one of the most common issues fighters face—and it doesn't just hurt your performance, it shortens your career. The good news? You don’t need to stop striking hard—you just need to train smarter. Start implementing these four strategies and your shoulders will thank you: 1. Do More Pulling Most figh