Kev Nichols
Kev Nichols
C.J. Lafragola On His Upcoming Fight, Overcoming Struggle, & Reaching Your Peak || THE LOFT PODCAST EP. 108
C.J. Lafragola On His Upcoming Fight, Overcoming Struggle, & Reaching Your Peak || THE LOFT PODCAST EP. 108
C.J. Lafragola On His Upcoming Fight, Overcoming Struggle, & Reaching Your Peak || THE LOFT PODCAST EP. 108
Tuesday 6th February 2024
Join C.J. Lafragola as he shares his journey from multi-sport athlete to MMA fighter, offering insights into overcoming struggles and achieving peak performance.
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Episode Overview
- C.J. Lafragola's transition from multi-sport athlete to MMA fighter.
- Balancing rigorous training with coaching duties.
- The importance of staying present and focused.
- How having a strong support system aids in overcoming challenges.
- Preparing mentally and physically for an upcoming fight.
At the end of the day, you got to push the pace and leave it all in the cage or, like, in wrestling.
In this episode of THE LOFT, C.J. Lafragola, a professional MMA fighter and assistant wrestling coach at Drexel University, shares his inspiring journey from multi-sport athlete to MMA contender. The conversation kicks off with C.J.'s background, highlighting his achievements as a three-sport D-1 athlete and his tenure at Brown University, where he excelled in wrestling. His path wasn't straightforward, as he juggled aspirations in football and wrestling, eventually finding his true calling in MMA. C.J.
opens up about the challenges he's faced, including balancing rigorous training schedules with his coaching duties at Drexel and overcoming personal struggles. His story is a testament to resilience and the relentless pursuit of one's dreams. The episode also touches on his upcoming fight at CFFC on February 9th and what it means to him to be Club 215's first sponsored athlete.
Listeners will gain insights into the mental and physical demands of preparing for a fight, the importance of having a strong support system, and the value of staying present in the moment. C.J.'s anecdotes about his high school sports experiences and his transition to professional fighting are both relatable and motivational. Whether you're an aspiring athlete or someone looking for inspiration to overcome personal hurdles, this episode offers a blend of humour, honesty, and practical advice.
Don't miss out on C.J.'s story of determination and grit—it's a powerful reminder that with hard work and dedication, you can achieve your peak performance.