Playground Podcast

1- John Makdessi (LW) talks about the difference between kata and full-contact fighting in martial arts; the advantages stemming from performing regularly on a traditional martial arts competition circuit for a MMA fighter... and he reveals his "secret talent" - cooking - and how it's helping with his diet. 2- Chad Laprise (LW) discusses the motivation for a rookie to move up the ranks of his weight division; the importance of fan appreciation in a MMA career; the threat of losing focus of your opponnent when a fighter is determined to put on a good show. 3- Chris Clements (WW) on how his taekwondo background influenced his fighting skills and mental preparation.