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He Saved Israel Adesanya's Career?

February 13, 202600:44
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You've had some names here from the UFC.
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You've had Israel, Kikarta, France. What
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are they looking for when they reach out
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to you?
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>> It's like taking a red pill and
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breathing cuz a lot of people you would
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even realize are mouth breeders, man.
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But when you learn how to breathe
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through your diaphragm and not your
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chest, things change. I've been doing
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that also with Dave Wood, the pool guy.
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Kai had this fight at the UFC Apex where
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this dude was on his back. He told me
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training in the pool with Dave when he
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was in that choke, he just felt like
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I've been here before. Cuz when you're
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under water, it's all in the mind.
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Nothing else matters. You're focusing on
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what you're doing and breathing. Pretty
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much that was our soul. The moments when
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you have to apply the stuff can be the
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difference between winning and losing.
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And it's often when you're cognitively
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overloaded, you're physically under the
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pump and you need to be able to pull on
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things that give you more physical and
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mental control in the heat of the
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moment.

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation dives deep into the mental and physical aspects of fighting, revealing how elite athletes like those from the UFC prepare for the intense pressure of competition. The guest shares insights about the importance of breathing techniques, specifically how diaphragmatic breathing can transform performance under stress. With a captivating anecdote about a fighter's experience during a choke hold, listeners are taken on a journey that highlights the mental fortitude required in high-stakes situations. The discussion emphasizes the power of focus and control, showcasing how training in unconventional environments, like a pool, can provide unique advantages. This episode is a thrilling exploration of the intersection between mind and body in the world of combat sports, leaving the audience inspired and enlightened about the unseen battles fighters face.

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Episode Highlights

  • The Power of Breathing
    Learning to breathe through your diaphragm can change everything in high-pressure situations.
    “When you're underwater, it's all in the mind.”
    @ 00m 22s
    February 13, 2026
  • Mental Control in Combat
    In the heat of the moment, mental and physical control can make all the difference.
    “The moments when you have to apply the stuff can be the difference between winning and losing.”
    @ 00m 29s
    February 13, 2026

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Red Pill Breathing00:05
  • Mind Over Matter00:22
  • Winning vs Losing00:29