The Joe Rogan Experience JRE MMA Show #71 with Rico Verhoeven
Jul 24, 2019
Rico Verhoeven, Glory Kickboxing Heavyweight Champion, shares his insights on combat sports, emphasizing the appeal of striking in MMA versus Muay Thai. He discusses the importance of mental resilience and strategy in the ring, while reflecting on his training experiences. The conversation dives into innovative recovery techniques, including cryotherapy, and the uniqueness of sparring philosophy. Rico also touches on his aspirations in acting and the challenges fighters face when transitioning careers, highlighting the significance of a solid support team in achieving peak performance.
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Elbow Incident
- Rico Verhoeven recalls training with the Blackzillians and getting elbowed in the nose.
- He jokingly mentions retaliating with low kicks.
Kickboxing Popularity
- Rico Verhoeven discusses the immense popularity of kickboxing overseas, particularly in Europe.
- He contrasts this with its surprising lack of mainstream success in America.
Hari's Injury
- Joe Rogan and Rico Verhoeven discuss Badr Hari's arm injury during their first fight.
- They express suspicions about its legitimacy, given the circumstances and Hari's subsequent actions.