JayC's MMA/Fighter Training Log - Page 8

JayC · 09-22-2008, 01:36 PM

9/20/2008 - Fight Update:
Bad news..

Long story short... my original match up backed out (again).. He did not want to fight me. So my choice for the night was either don't fight or another 170lb'r who had nearly 20 fights agreed to match up with me. I took it because even though he had alot more experience in the cage then me, I knew I was better overall. The only way he was going to beat me was to get a lucky hit in before I took him down.. well, he came right out and threw a massive head kick. I had my hands up, moved to block and it just barely came through and caught me. I dropped but came right back up to my knees to stand up and the ref called it... tko. I was rocked for a sec but wasn't completely out. Either way, got caught and there's not much you can do about it. Part of the sport. I'll press on because I have another fight I'll be traveling for this friday. Puts me at 3-1 for now.

JayC · 09-22-2008, 01:47 PM

9/21/2008
PM-Strength & Conditioning (2 hours):
Decided to start with Cardio conditioning first and did my 4 mile hill run to get nice a winded before strength/weight training. Worked for time and totaled 4 miles of hills in approx 31min's.
Next hit the weights, going light w/high rep since I have another fight at the end of the week.
Squats x 5 sets
2 warm up at 135lbx10, 185lbx12, and 3 working at 245lbx16.
Pull ups superset
w/dips
12 pull ups, 20 dips x 4 sets
Standing military BB press
115lb x 3 sets
Russian twists
25lb plate x 3 sets

Diet
Calories 1,374
Fat 46.1 414 31 %
Saturated 12.9 116 9 %
Polyunsaturated 6.6 60 4 %
Monounsaturated 12.9 116 9 %
Carbohydrate 114.5 354 26 %
Dietary Fiber 37.9
Protein 142.3 577 43 %

Big Machine · 09-22-2008, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JayC

9/20/2008 - Fight Update:
Bad news..

Long story short... my original match up backed out (again).. He did not want to fight me. So my choice for the night was either don't fight or another 170lb'r who had nearly 20 fights agreed to match up with me. I took it because even though he had alot more experience in the cage then me, I knew I was better overall. The only way he was going to beat me was to get a lucky hit in before I took him down.. well, he came right out and threw a massive head kick. I had my hands up, moved to block and it just barely came through and caught me. I dropped but came right back up to my knees to stand up and the ref called it... tko. I was rocked for a sec but wasn't completely out. Either way, got caught and there's not much you can do about it. Part of the sport. I'll press on because I have another fight I'll be traveling for this friday. Puts me at 3-1 for now.

As shitty as it was to have the ref call it a tko, taking the good and the bad will make you a better fighter. I'm sure its added a bit of piss n' vinegar to your mentality that you don't want that to happen again...yup, I'm always trying to see the positive

Press on Fighter.

Luca Brasi · 09-22-2008, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JayC

9/20/2008 - Fight Update:
Bad news..

Long story short... my original match up backed out (again).. He did not want to fight me. So my choice for the night was either don't fight or another 170lb'r who had nearly 20 fights agreed to match up with me. I took it because even though he had alot more experience in the cage then me, I knew I was better overall. The only way he was going to beat me was to get a lucky hit in before I took him down.. well, he came right out and threw a massive head kick. I had my hands up, moved to block and it just barely came through and caught me. I dropped but came right back up to my knees to stand up and the ref called it... tko. I was rocked for a sec but wasn't completely out. Either way, got caught and there's not much you can do about it. Part of the sport. I'll press on because I have another fight I'll be traveling for this friday. Puts me at 3-1 for now.

That sucks mate , but as you so rightly said these things happen . The sport is going more and more towards quick stoppages especially in the amateurs.
Is the next fight back in a weight and experience bracket more suited ?

JayC · 09-22-2008, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Machine

As shitty as it was to have the ref call it a tko, taking the good and the bad will make you a better fighter. I'm sure its added a bit of piss n' vinegar to your mentality that you don't want that to happen again...yup, I'm always trying to see the positive

Press on Fighter.

Thanks big.. ya, he's a good ref and he made the right call.. gotta err on the side of caution w/a sport like MMA. I as extremely upset and disappointed all night but I got though it.. Oh, ya, that poor bastard this weekend is in for a rude awakening

Quote:

Originally Posted by Luca Brasi

That sucks mate , but as you so rightly said these things happen . The sport is going more and more towards quick stoppages especially in the amateurs.
Is the next fight back in a weight and experience bracket more suited ?

Thanks bro.. Ya, I'm back at 170 and this weekend I'm fighting a guy who is 9-2 but we are both wrestlers and match up well so it should be a good one, for both!
My trainers are actually already working on my pro debut for me...

Looking like it could be as early as end of october, or nov.. possibly. I have some mid level pro shows/promotions that are interested and are reviewing me for possible match ups.

Polski Byk · 09-22-2008, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JayC

9/20/2008 - Fight Update:
Either way, got caught and there's not much you can do about it. Part of the sport. I'll press on because I have another fight I'll be traveling for this friday. Puts me at 3-1 for now.

Exactly...it happens. Sounds like a pre-mature stop to say the least. What sucks is you cant really learn from that. You got tagged and recovered quick, did what any good fighter would do in that situation, some refs are just to overly protective.

JayC · 09-22-2008, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Polski Byk

Exactly...it happens. Sounds like a pre-mature stop to say the least. What sucks is you cant really learn from that. You got tagged and recovered quick, did what any good fighter would do in that situation, some refs are just to overly protective.

My thoughts exactly (regarding nothing to learn).. actually I was friggin upset half the night because I "thought" I dropped my hands or missed the kick some how.. you know that amnesia feeling where you lose the 2-3 seconds before the hit?? Well, I kept apologizing to my coaches saying "I'm sorry, I didn't even see it coming, blah, blah.." ..lol They were like, "Youre fine J, you did everything right!" Well, after watching the video, I felt a little better.. it showed my hands up the entire time, it showed me reacting VERY QUICKLY to the step/kick and then his foot just slipping over my hands and catching me..

Kabeetz · 09-22-2008, 08:32 PM

I'm sorry to hear about your loss but like you said, sometimes these random things happen, perfect hits and quick refs... it won't be the first and last time it happens to the better man, especially in mma.

You will be all the better for the experience. I feel bad for the next guy, who's face you are going to take your frustration out on!

JayC · 09-24-2008, 06:24 PM

9/22/2008
PM-Wrestling/BJJ (2 hours):
Started in clinch with drags and duck unders drills... then moved to a few double leg takedown drills if your opponent pulls out of the drag. Also worked the drill landing in side mount w/under hook after the double legs.
Next moved to a sagging single leg takedown from the clinch and to set it up. Next addeed to that drill so when you land (in half guard) you start to pass but hip/leg over to the knee bar and finish.
Lastly spared, grappling matches 5 x5 min rounds changing partners each round.

Diet
Calories 1,798
Fat 52.2 469 26 %
Saturated 12.2 110 6 %
Polyunsaturated 6.7 60 3 %
Monounsaturated 15.0 135 7 %
Carbohydrate 191.4 674 37 %
Dietary Fiber 43.7
Protein 164.6 667 37 %

JayC · 09-24-2008, 06:31 PM

9/23/2008
PM-Stand up/striking (2 hours):
Focused on offensive and defensive drills preparing for my fight Friday. I stayed in the entire time while fresh men rotated in/out.. Started with wearing the leg ties and working on my foot work and head movement. Next worked on specific striking combo's while using good foot work and not settling in. Then moved to drills where partner drives in with strikes and I hit the takedown or move up into the clinch.. Next drilled where I go on the offense hitting combo's to the takedown once opponent starts to cover. Last, worked a defensive drill where I just use my foot work and hands to defend a series of kicks.

Diet
Calories 1,856
Fat 49.2 443 24 %
Saturated 13.8 124 7 %
Polyunsaturated 5.1 46 2 %
Monounsaturated 13.5 121 7 %
Carbohydrate 181.3 649 35 %
Dietary Fiber 39.8
Protein 187.0 772 41 %

Mysterio · 09-27-2008, 10:49 AM

Cool! I've been training in MMA for over 4 yrs now. What gym are you at? The way I came into the sport was I was boxing and wrestling in hs. Won boxing tourments and went to nationals. Was going to go pro in boxing but having broke my hands to many times and trying to juggle a relationship w/ a child at the time really put my dream on the back burner. Always wanting to try MMA I end up running into some old friends that got me hooked up with the Shark Tank gym here in CA. Been here ever since. Trained at others as well.

JayC · 10-03-2008, 12:35 PM

..just dropping an entry to let everyone know I haven't fallen off the face of earth.

I actually bruised my upper ribs/lower chest something fierce. We thought I might have had a Pheumothorax.. and I guess it could be a slight one but its feeling better each day. For this reason I had to take the entire week off to heal up and be able come back 100% without risking further damage/injury. It took a good 4 days before the constant pain even subsided. I'm feeling much better now and looking on track for training on Monday but we'll see. I've done some 3-4 mile runs each day over the past few days to feel things out and they went well. Its driving me absolutely bonkers to go from training/conditioning 7 days a week to NOTHING!..lol Sucks. I'm looking at hitting the weights tonight to test the waters as well.

Luca Brasi · 10-03-2008, 04:31 PM

Could be a good thing mate , the week off will do you the world of good and help your body recover a bit from the training schedule ( not just the injury) . Keep up the good work .

JayC · 10-03-2008, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Luca Brasi

Could be a good thing mate , the week off will do you the world of good and help your body recover a bit from the training schedule ( not just the injury) . Keep up the good work .

I know but I frigin swear that I feel more worn down, tired, and drained from sitting around on my ass all day..lol. no shit! I know I need it though. Thanks bro!

Biter · 10-06-2008, 12:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JayC

..just dropping an entry to let everyone know I haven't fallen off the face of earth.

I actually bruised my upper ribs/lower chest something fierce. We thought I might have had a Pheumothorax.. and I guess it could be a slight one but its feeling better each day. For this reason I had to take the entire week off to heal up and be able come back 100% without risking further damage/injury. It took a good 4 days before the constant pain even subsided. I'm feeling much better now and looking on track for training on Monday but we'll see. I've done some 3-4 mile runs each day over the past few days to feel things out and they went well. Its driving me absolutely bonkers to go from training/conditioning 7 days a week to NOTHING!..lol Sucks. I'm looking at hitting the weights tonight to test the waters as well.

Ouch - what is a Pheumothorax?

As for not training, I'd look at it as you actually still are - just think of it as extended recovery.

09-22-2008, 01:36 PM	#176 (permalink)
JayC Gold Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,572 Rep Power: 75446	9/20/2008 - Fight Update: Bad news.. Long story short... my original match up backed out (again).. He did not want to fight me. So my choice for the night was either don't fight or another 170lb'r who had nearly 20 fights agreed to match up with me. I took it because even though he had alot more experience in the cage then me, I knew I was better overall. The only way he was going to beat me was to get a lucky hit in before I took him down.. well, he came right out and threw a massive head kick. I had my hands up, moved to block and it just barely came through and caught me. I dropped but came right back up to my knees to stand up and the ref called it... tko. I was rocked for a sec but wasn't completely out. Either way, got caught and there's not much you can do about it. Part of the sport. I'll press on because I have another fight I'll be traveling for this friday. Puts me at 3-1 for now. __________________ Quote: Originally Posted by Halfway spend a year notching your bedpost, getting mad jacked swole and making bank.

09-22-2008, 01:47 PM	#177 (permalink)
JayC Gold Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,572 Rep Power: 75446	9/21/2008 PM-Strength & Conditioning (2 hours): Decided to start with Cardio conditioning first and did my 4 mile hill run to get nice a winded before strength/weight training. Worked for time and totaled 4 miles of hills in approx 31min's. Next hit the weights, going light w/high rep since I have another fight at the end of the week. Squats x 5 sets 2 warm up at 135lbx10, 185lbx12, and 3 working at 245lbx16. Pull ups superset w/dips 12 pull ups, 20 dips x 4 sets Standing military BB press 115lb x 3 sets Russian twists 25lb plate x 3 sets Diet Calories 1,374 Fat 46.1 414 31 % Saturated 12.9 116 9 % Polyunsaturated 6.6 60 4 % Monounsaturated 12.9 116 9 % Carbohydrate 114.5 354 26 % Dietary Fiber 37.9 Protein 142.3 577 43 % __________________ Quote: Originally Posted by Halfway spend a year notching your bedpost, getting mad jacked swole and making bank.

09-22-2008, 08:32 PM	#183 (permalink)
Kabeetz Gold Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: N.Y. Posts: 6,745 Rep Power: 205145	I'm sorry to hear about your loss but like you said, sometimes these random things happen, perfect hits and quick refs... it won't be the first and last time it happens to the better man, especially in mma. You will be all the better for the experience. I feel bad for the next guy, who's face you are going to take your frustration out on! __________________ "All you can do is stand and, worst thing you can do is panic. Use it to your advantage, avoid insanity manage. To conquer... Every obstacle, make impossible possible. Even when winning's illogical, losing's still far from optional." - T.I. "No Matter What"

09-24-2008, 06:24 PM	#184 (permalink)
JayC Gold Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,572 Rep Power: 75446	9/22/2008 PM-Wrestling/BJJ (2 hours): Started in clinch with drags and duck unders drills... then moved to a few double leg takedown drills if your opponent pulls out of the drag. Also worked the drill landing in side mount w/under hook after the double legs. Next moved to a sagging single leg takedown from the clinch and to set it up. Next addeed to that drill so when you land (in half guard) you start to pass but hip/leg over to the knee bar and finish. Lastly spared, grappling matches 5 x5 min rounds changing partners each round. Diet Calories 1,798 Fat 52.2 469 26 % Saturated 12.2 110 6 % Polyunsaturated 6.7 60 3 % Monounsaturated 15.0 135 7 % Carbohydrate 191.4 674 37 % Dietary Fiber 43.7 Protein 164.6 667 37 % __________________ Quote: Originally Posted by Halfway spend a year notching your bedpost, getting mad jacked swole and making bank.

09-24-2008, 06:31 PM	#185 (permalink)
JayC Gold Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,572 Rep Power: 75446	9/23/2008 PM-Stand up/striking (2 hours): Focused on offensive and defensive drills preparing for my fight Friday. I stayed in the entire time while fresh men rotated in/out.. Started with wearing the leg ties and working on my foot work and head movement. Next worked on specific striking combo's while using good foot work and not settling in. Then moved to drills where partner drives in with strikes and I hit the takedown or move up into the clinch.. Next drilled where I go on the offense hitting combo's to the takedown once opponent starts to cover. Last, worked a defensive drill where I just use my foot work and hands to defend a series of kicks. Diet Calories 1,856 Fat 49.2 443 24 % Saturated 13.8 124 7 % Polyunsaturated 5.1 46 2 % Monounsaturated 13.5 121 7 % Carbohydrate 181.3 649 35 % Dietary Fiber 39.8 Protein 187.0 772 41 % __________________ Quote: Originally Posted by Halfway spend a year notching your bedpost, getting mad jacked swole and making bank.

09-27-2008, 10:49 AM	#186 (permalink)
Mysterio Staying Hater Free Join Date: May 2008 Location: Anywhere and anywhere, Ca Posts: 336 Rep Power: 50392	Cool! I've been training in MMA for over 4 yrs now. What gym are you at? The way I came into the sport was I was boxing and wrestling in hs. Won boxing tourments and went to nationals. Was going to go pro in boxing but having broke my hands to many times and trying to juggle a relationship w/ a child at the time really put my dream on the back burner. Always wanting to try MMA I end up running into some old friends that got me hooked up with the Shark Tank gym here in CA. Been here ever since. Trained at others as well. __________________ The Juice Is Worth The Squeeze!

10-03-2008, 12:35 PM	#187 (permalink)
JayC Gold Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,572 Rep Power: 75446	..just dropping an entry to let everyone know I haven't fallen off the face of earth. I actually bruised my upper ribs/lower chest something fierce. We thought I might have had a Pheumothorax.. and I guess it could be a slight one but its feeling better each day. For this reason I had to take the entire week off to heal up and be able come back 100% without risking further damage/injury. It took a good 4 days before the constant pain even subsided. I'm feeling much better now and looking on track for training on Monday but we'll see. I've done some 3-4 mile runs each day over the past few days to feel things out and they went well. Its driving me absolutely bonkers to go from training/conditioning 7 days a week to NOTHING!..lol Sucks. I'm looking at hitting the weights tonight to test the waters as well. __________________ Quote: Originally Posted by Halfway spend a year notching your bedpost, getting mad jacked swole and making bank.

10-03-2008, 04:31 PM	#188 (permalink)
Luca Brasi Gold Member Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: US , Canada ? anyone want to adopt an aussie ? Posts: 689 Rep Power: 74517	Could be a good thing mate , the week off will do you the world of good and help your body recover a bit from the training schedule ( not just the injury) . Keep up the good work .

10-06-2008, 03:05 AM	#191 (permalink)
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