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EPISODE · Apr 18, 2025 · 1H 10M

Garry Tonon on MMA, Training, and Life - Fight Back Ep. 66

from Fight Back with Jake Shields · host Jake Shields

Garry Tonon came on the podcast to talk about MMA training, his competitive achievements, the ups and downs of fighting, the impact of COVID-19 on the fighting world, life in Puerto Rico, his move to Austin, and much more.#jakeshields #grappling #mmapodcast Support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 20%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction 01:34 Transition to MMA02:14 Early MMA Training Challenges03:50 Coaching Philosophy05:34 Loyalty in Martial Arts24:46 Competitive Achievements33:12 Fighting and the Emotional Rollercoaster35:26 The Intensity of Fighting37:09 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Winning and Losing38:45 Challenges and Rewards of Professional Fighting46:40 The Impact of COVID-19 on Training and Life47:29 Life in Puerto Rico During the Pandemic01:08:50 The Move to Austin and Future Plans01:10:05 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-back-with-jake-shields--6780121/support.

Garry Tonon came on the podcast to talk about MMA training, his competitive achievements, the ups and downs of fighting, the impact of COVID-19 on the fighting world, life in Puerto Rico, his move to Austin, and much more.#jakeshields #grappling #mmapodcast Support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 20%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction 01:34 Transition to MMA02:14 Early MMA Training Challenges03:50 Coaching Philosophy05:34 Loyalty in Martial Arts24:46 Competitive Achievements33:12 Fighting and the Emotional Rollercoaster35:26 The Intensity of Fighting37:09 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Winning and Losing38:45 Challenges and Rewards of Professional Fighting46:40 The Impact of COVID-19 on Training and Life47:29 Life in Puerto Rico During the Pandemic01:08:50 The Move to Austin and Future Plans01:10:05 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-back-with-jake-shields--6780121/support.

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