Yesterday, I had conditioning @ innovative results with Corey Beasley. The workout was tough. Mid way through, I became afraid. I was so uncertain if I would ever be myself again. To be completely honest I had to do some soul searching. I came to sparring @ Blackhouse today and pushed through every round. After, Master Rafael Cordeiro and coach Kenny Johnson talked to us about the goals of a martial artist and the power of belief. It was at that moment I realized, I will not only get healthy…

Some of you have heard but most of you haven't.  I recently had surgery on my quad and hip. The surgery was a success. Thanks to OC Fight Docs, Dr William Kessler, St Josephs staff and Dr Mora.  The surgery was to remove ossificants from my upper quad, it was very painful and limiting.  I am recovering now and planning my return to training and visualizing what I want to accomplish when I return.  I have been back to BLACKHOUSE to help my team mates and offer support when I can.  This…

I will be fighting a military multiple time grappling champion named Michael Smith.  He has served many years in the armed forces so I want to show as much respect as possible.  I do want to give my appreciation for what he has done for myself and the U.S away from the cage and from the mats.  He is an American to be held in the highest regaurd. With that being said I am training very hard for this fight.  I have focused my coaching and training circle so that I will have the best…

Written By Lew Polley of MMA Meltdown

The battle for equality between men and women in MMA is something that is current and ongoing. The contingency is that, woman do not produce an element of consistency when it comes to excitement. There is also a pretty wide spread sentiment that women fighting is taboo. Also, the depth of talented and skilled women are something yet to be desired. With skilled women spread between Bellator, Strikeforce and smaller shows, it seems that women are…