In this episode of A Healthy Point of View, host Sam Tejada sits down with world-renowned performance coach Phil Daru—the man behind the training of elite athletes and world champion fighters.

From his early days as a football player and MMA fighter to becoming one of the most sought-after strength and conditioning coaches in combat sports, Phil shares his journey, the science behind peak performance, and how mindset separates good athletes from great ones.

We dive into:

How concussions ended Phil’s fighting career but sparked his coaching empire
The Viking mentality that drives his training philosophy
Secrets to building endurance, power, and resilience for world-class athletes
What he learned training UFC champions like Dustin Poirier
Why mindset and recovery are just as important as physical training

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or simply looking for inspiration to push past your limits, this conversation will give you a front-row seat into the science, mindset, and grit it takes to perform at the highest level.

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The Secret Training Hacks UFC Fighters Don’t Want You to Know | Phil Daru | Ep. 79