#15 Phil Daru - The Unknown Strength Podcast

The Unknown Strength Podcast

Did you feel that?!? That was the the earth shaking as the latest episode of The Unknown Strength Podcast just dropped! In our longest running episode to date (around 2 1/2 hours!), we were privileged to be joined by coach Phil Daru. Phil is the head Strength and Conditioning coach over at American Top Team, Coconut Creek, Florida - where he works closely with former UFC strawweight Champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk, current bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes, top ranked UFC fighters Dustin Poirier, Antonio Carlos Jr (ShoeFace) and Tecia Torres, as well as the legendary King Mo Lawal. Some of Phil's other credentials and achievements are: * Degrees in Sports Medicine and Exercise Science * Awarded "Best MMA S&C Coach of the year" * Founder/Owner of DaruStrong training facility in North Florida * Retired Professional MMA Fighter with 4 pro fights * Former division 1 Football player at Alabama State University * Current member of the fraternity at the "Fight Science Institute" In this episode we explore topics like weight cutting for fighters, Joanna's recent decision loss to Rose Namajunas, all things strength training, the Fight Science Institute, common mistakes made by coaches/fighters, nutrition for fighters, the list goes on and on.... We don't want to wast any more of your time describing this jam packed episode, just do yourself a favour and start listening NOW! Special thanks to our sponsors: -> www.mmafightstore.com.au -> www.jiu-go.com -> www.gripedo.com -> Killed by Technology