About this episode
UFC’s electrifying Michael Chandler talks, awaking a sleeping giant, the real value of “shiny objects” and how every man needs a dragon to slay. Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Connect with Michael Chandler: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikechandlermma YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoJA_fJwuyS9aJC7gmnpdnQ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeChandlerMMA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikechandlermma Website: https://walkonfit.com Special thanks to our sponsors. MTN OPS Supplements: https://mtnops.com First Light: https://www.firstlight.farm Leupold: https://www.leupold.com Black Rifle: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com Hoyt: https://hoyt.com Bass Pro / Cabellas: https://www.basspro.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 Introduction of Michael and his upbringing 0:02:03 Michael’s early MMA career, Tyrone Woodley, First Blood Promotions 0:06:39 Michael’s evolution as a fighter 0:09:11 How bad does getting kicked actually hurt? 0:10:27 A fighter’s mentality, bouncing back from a loss 0:12:00 Dealing with public criticism 0:14:10 The evolution of MMA athletes, difficulties of staying on top 0:17:10 Fighting is a metaphor for life 0:18:45 The “fairness” of fighting 0:19:44 Most devastating shots 0:23:19 Other notable UFC hardworking fighters, Gilbert Burns 0:27:05 A fighter’s “Tells” 0:28:10 Michael’s fighting style, potential future matchups 0:31:00 Michael’s training App 0:33:33 Training camp diet 0:36:20 Running a marathon with Cam 0:38:10 A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats 0:41:50 Starting new journeys and putting one foot in front of the other 0:43:10 Don’t be afraid of failure 0:45:12 “A Shiny Object” for God 0:49:40 Michael’s faith journey 0:52:03 Pressure to be perfect 0:54:03 Instilling a hard work mentality in children 0:59:30 Working towards your best self 1:01:11 Blocking out haters 1:06:12 A war vs. a quick KO in the octagon 1:08:45 Wild at Heart, John Eldredge 1:11:29 Michael Chandler’s future as a bowhunter 1:17:11 Closing statements 1:18:30 Sponsorships