Most Fighters Train Conditioning WRONG | Kenny Dusseault

This episode with Kenny Dusseault cuts through the bullshit.We talk about why athletes really fail — and it’s almost never physical.It’s ego. Identity. Poor decision-making. And refusing to think past the next fight.Kenny breaks down the reality of injuries in combat sports, when training through pain is necessary, and when it’s career-ending stupidity. We unpack the TJ Dillashaw situation, the lie of “just push through it,” and why smart athletes know when to protect the long game.We also get into conditioning that actually works, why most strength programs are built for Instagram instead of performance, and how athletes should be thinking about money, branding, and life after competition before their body forces the issue.From Sean O’Malley’s business intelligence to Jake Paul’s marketing machine, this conversation exposes why leverage beats hope — every time.This isn’t motivation.It’s perspective, accountability, and truth.If you’re an athlete, coach, or someone trying to build something that lasts — you’ll feel this one.Timetsmaps: 00:00 – 00:40 Intro00:50 – Why He Wanted to Become a Coach06:40 – Sports Psychology: Why Athletes Really Fail10:10 – How He Got Into Strength & Conditioning14:10 – His Thoughts on Business Coaches20:10 – Getting Started on Social Media23:40 – How to Develop a Real Gas Tank31:40 – Can Athletes Learn Their Limitations?32:10 – Dealing With Injuries in Combat Sports33:40 – Why You Must Train Through Injuries38:40 – TJ Dillashaw Injury Breakdown 41:40 – The “Plan B” Every Fighter Needs42:40 – Why Sean O’Malley Is the Smartest UFC Fighter (Reel)45:40 – Thoughts on Jake Paul’s Marketing54:40 – Why People Want to Work With Kenny1:04:10 – How to Build Hip Strength1:20:40 – What “Being Wealthy” Really Means1:25:40 – His Legacy Philosophy