Hey man, hate it when my threads go un-noticed, so I thought I would share what insight I do have.

1. My coach always says to train on a day off, listen to your body, you'll know when you need rest. Swimming and running are excellent ways to keep up the cardio (swimming much less impact on your body than running of course)...Even 10-15 minutes of HIIT with the jump rope will pay dividends. I tend to take Sunday off, and mix-up my training the other days.

2. I take GNC Wheybolic, and today just bought creatine and glutamine chews to speed up the recovery process and give me more stamina. Nothing beats a well-balanced diet of protein, carbs, and healthy fats. Salmon, tuna, chicken, turkey, lean red meets, green veggies and fruits, lots of water.

3. Ha ha ask Scrap for this one....Basically sparring and not wanting to get hit is a good motivator! I have been jogging and jumping rope with ankle weights...Creates crazy fast feet.

4. Tyson, Cotto, Mayweather...sure there are some oldies to look at too

5. As Money May says...he goes to the clubs but he NEVER EVER drinks. It's poison to your body and negates all the hard work you put in at the gym....Limit to 1-2 drinks/week at the MOST....leading up to a fight not at all

6. If your giving up alcohol, this is a good alternative and work-out/stress release. Maybe 1-2 a week? Make your gf want it more and it will be better for both of you!

Just go through the threads. Tons and tons of info on proper diet and nutrition. Just be sensible. No fast food, processed food, sugars, booze, basically the good stuff!. Anything that isn't natural basically.


I'm only 23, and only have 2 years training/sparring with no fights. But by following the no alcohol, listening to my body when it needs rest, and switching up my activites, I found I don't get bored with it. Recently started learning muay thai kicks, knees, elbows for self-defense.


I'm sure others will have better advice. Good luck and stay with it!!