The Joe Rogan Experience JRE MMA Show #101 with Kevin Holland & Travis Lutter
Feb 24, 2021
Kevin Holland, an exciting UFC middleweight known for his trash-talking, joins his head coach Travis Lutter, an Ultimate Fighter 4 champion. They discuss the evolution of Kung Fu in MMA, comparing techniques and styles. The duo also explores the unique challenges of fighting during the pandemic, highlighting the absence of crowds and the emotional impact. With humor, they delve into weight management and dietary choices in the fighter community, sharing personal anecdotes about food and training. Insightful and entertaining, their conversation reveals the grit behind the sport.
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From Kung Fu to Jiu-Jitsu
- Kevin Holland started with a Kung Fu background before transitioning to Jiu-Jitsu.
- He cried after his first Jiu-Jitsu practice because white belts were tapping him out.
Sanshou Kung Fu
- Sanshou Kung Fu is known for its brutal and direct approach, emphasizing practical combat over forms.
- It's less about aesthetics and more about effectiveness in a fight.
The Oblique Kick
- Lorenz Larkin's use of the oblique kick, particularly to the body, has influenced many fighters.
- Joe Rogan and Kevin Holland discuss its effectiveness and how it was not common for a long time.