Inside the UFC Nutrition System with Michelle | Ben Thinking Ep. 128

In this episode, host Ben Nevares sits down with UFC dietitian Michelle to explore what really goes into fueling elite fighters. From her surprising career shift—from aspiring midwife to world-class sports dietitian—to managing nutrition strategies during intense fight weeks, Michelle shares the science, psychology, and passion behind her work. We unpack myths around carbs, weight cutting, refeeding, and how she helps fighters stay strong, healthy, and ready for battle. Whether you're into MMA, nutrition, or high-performance habits, this episode is packed with insights from the front lines of combat sports.⏱ Chapter Markers00:00 – Intro: From Midwife to UFC Dietitian02:45 – Michelle’s First Steps into MMA Nutrition07:20 – Understanding the UFC Dietitian Role10:35 – Carbs, Fueling, and Recovery for Fighters15:10 – Fight Week Nutrition: What Changes?20:50 – Cutting Weight Safely and Effectively26:00 – Refeeding: How Fighters Bounce Back30:30 – Managing Stress and Expectations in the UFC34:15 – Michelle’s Favorite Nutrition Myths to Bust37:40 – How to Break Into Sports Nutrition41:00 – What It’s Like Behind the Scenes45:25 – Rapid Fire: Favorites and Final Advice💬 Comment with your favorite nutrition or mindset insight from Michelle👍 Like the video to help elevate voices behind the fighters🔔 Subscribe for more raw conversations with high-performance professionals📤 Share this with someone striving for strength, discipline, and balance#UFCNutrition #FightWeekFuel #UFCDietitian #WeightCutScience #CombatSportsNutrition #PerformanceEating #HighPerformanceHealth