Joe Schilling

Date: 2015-02-03 | Duration: 2h 38m

Episode Overview

Joe Schilling dives deep into the world of combat sports, sharing candid insights on the physical and mental demands of kickboxing and MMA. He opens up about the brutal realities of weight cutting, including his experience with extreme dehydration and distilled water diets to shed pounds before fights. Schilling also reflects on the evolution of fight gear and rules, debating the impact of gloves in MMA and reminiscing about the old days when fighters weighed in and competed on the same day. His stories highlight the delicate balance between preparation and risk, especially in tournament formats where fighters may compete multiple times in one night. Throughout the conversation, Schilling offers a nuanced perspective on injury and recovery, discussing advances like stem cell therapy and cryotherapy that help athletes heal faster. He also touches on the mental side of fighting, crediting psychological coaching for improving his focus and performance. The episode features memorable anecdotes about training with top fighters, navigating the politics of fight promotions, and the challenges of maintaining longevity in such a physically punishing sport. Schilling’s blend of technical knowledge and personal experience paints a vivid picture of what it takes to compete at the highest levels of combat sports today.

About Joe Schilling

Joe Schilling is a renowned American Muay Thai kickboxer known for his fierce competitiveness in the super middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. With a career marked by numerous accolades, including multiple championship titles, Joe has made a significant impact on the combat sports scene, notably with his appearances in prestigious promotions like Glory. He gained widespread recognition not only for his striking prowess but also for his engaging personality, making him a captivating figure in the fight community. Scheduled to compete at Glory 19 on February 6th, Schilling continues to push the boundaries of his sport, inspiring fans and aspiring fighters alike with his dedication and passion for martial arts.

Key Moments

– Kickboxing
– Weight Cutting
– MMA Training
– Brain Injury
– Fight Strategy
– Strength and Conditioning
– Fight Psychology
– Fight Promotions
– Injury Recovery
– Stem Cell Therapy
– Cryotherapy
– Fight Tactics
– Fight History
– Combat Sports Culture
– Fight Nutrition
– Fight Equipment
– Athlete Mental Health
– Fight Camps
– Fight Commentary
– Combat Sports Media
0:00:00 – Introduction and upcoming live event mention
0:00:32 – Discussion on drinking distilled water
0:01:15 – Water and salt fasting before fights
0:03:09 – Weight cutting before Simon Marcus fight
0:04:22 – John Lineker's repeated weigh-in failures
0:06:10 – Issues with weigh-in and fight timing
0:06:47 – Debate on MMA gloves and realism
0:08:19 – Brain damage risks in combat sports
0:09:39 – Chris Weidman and fighter safety concerns
0:11:30 – Confidence and mindset before fights
0:14:24 – Kickboxing skill level surprises opponents
0:16:49 – Fight conference antics and rivalries
0:19:39 – Nick Diaz's calculated fighting style
0:21:55 – Warning against smoking cigarettes for fighters
0:24:28 – Preference for war-like fight mentality
0:26:30 – Dangers of tournament-style multiple fights
0:28:42 – Injury and comeback during fights
0:31:06 – Balancing muscle mass and endurance
0:33:12 – Dan Henderson's boxing skills
0:35:10 – Role of mental coaching in fighting
0:38:32 – Pop culture references in combat sports
0:40:49 – Brain shutdown and recovery after strikes
0:44:10 – Stem cell injections for cartilage repair
0:45:19 – Heat and light therapy for healing
0:48:27 – Traveling for advanced injury treatments
0:50:30 – Cryotherapy benefits and experience
0:52:06 – Appreciation of peace through combat experience
0:55:22 – Adjusting to fighting larger opponents
0:56:05 – Strength and conditioning without sparring
0:58:09 – Mental focus and psychological support
1:03:02 – Overview of kickboxing gyms in Los Angeles
1:06:20 – Continuous learning in MMA
1:08:08 – King of walk-away knockouts in MMA
1:11:38 – Drug testing in Japanese combat sports
1:14:53 – Crow Cop main event significance
1:16:36 – Fan base comparison: MMA vs kickboxing
1:18:06 – Social media impact on fighters
1:26:43 – Car customization and cultural observations
1:33:27 – Glory kickboxing appeal to fans
1:36:10 – Glory World Series event promotion
1:39:05 – Technical gaps in kickboxing striking
1:41:30 – Proper takedown techniques in MMA
1:44:17 – Referee and production quality in fights
1:46:13 – Fighting the greatest at middleweight
1:48:40 – Popularity and challenges of fighting
1:50:42 – Trash talk dynamics in fight camps
1:53:14 – Comparing fighters' styles and personalities
1:58:43 – Greatest of all time debate: Anderson vs Fedor
2:00:27 – Hector Lombard's fighting evolution
2:03:31 – Anderson Silva's fight approach
2:06:09 – Rich Franklin vs Chuck Liddell expectations
2:08:20 – Common leg injuries in kickboxing
2:10:18 – Impact of powerlifting on bone density
2:13:49 – Hand protection and injury in striking
2:15:08 – Nose injuries and breathing after fights
2:17:25 – Tunnel vision and fight focus
2:18:34 – Kickboxing's potential rise to mainstream
2:21:17 – Athleticism and technique of Daniel Guida
2:25:05 – Effectiveness of fight clinch techniques
2:27:16 – Transition from HGNet fights to Glory
2:32:00 – MMA's origins and development
2:33:19 – Water retention and weight cutting challenges

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 All right, with me today, this Friday night, you can catch him live on Spike TV, Glory Starting point is 00:00:32 You're drinking distilled water, huh? Starting point is 00:00:50 like, it seems like a lot of people have different methods on how to do this. Starting point is 00:01:15 And then Wednesday for 24 hours, I won't drink any water, no salt, Starting point is 00:01:33 Yeah, and it doesn't have any minerals, so your body doesn't hold on to it. Starting point is 00:02:03 aubrey he went on um this weird diet of distilled water like you thought like distilled water it just seems like because i know my friend aubrey he went on um this weird Starting point is 00:02:39 little ideas about what should be done as far as like how much weight to cut before you compete Starting point is 00:03:09 Where you, you know, I think when I fought Simon Marcus the second time, Starting point is 00:03:30 It'll help me lose the water. Starting point is 00:03:43 It was awful. Starting point is 00:03:52 you know when you have a dream Starting point is 00:04:03 that's a big one Starting point is 00:04:22 John Lineker failed for like the fifth fucking time Starting point is 00:04:54 It's a weird balancing act. Starting point is 00:05:13 and beats the shit out of Andrei Arlovsky. Starting point is 00:05:22 and is the number one contender now. Starting point is 00:05:37 Right. Starting point is 00:06:10 And that was one of the issues that people used to have back in the old days where they used to weigh in and fight on the same day. Starting point is 00:06:34 I mean, can you imagine heavyweight fighting with 8-ounce gloves? Starting point is 00:06:47 Well, there's some guys that think, and I'm one of them, that MMA would probably be more realistic and better if no one wore gloves. Starting point is 00:07:29 thing right well it's like some athletic commissions allow you to tape your ankle some people some Starting point is 00:07:56 So it's kind of interesting. Sta...

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