JRE MMA Show #165 with Jiří Procházka

This Joe Rogan Experience interview podcast features UFC Light Heavyweight fighter Jiří Procházka. The conversation begins with Procházka discussing his recent fight, including overcoming a pre-fight illness and his unique fighting style, characterized by low hands and dynamic movement. They delve into his training regimen, emphasizing the importance of mental discipline, meditation, and unconventional training methods in nature. Procházka details his approach to fight preparation, including film study and his philosophy of continuous improvement ("Kaizen"). The discussion concludes with reflections on the mental aspects of fighting, the importance of staying true to oneself, and the potential for future improvements in the sport's rules and regulations. A specific example discussed is Procházka's surprising use of a spinning elbow knockout, a technique he hadn't formally trained.