10 hours agoneed to open up more as athletes about our mental health and get the help we need to navigate the moods, emotions, and struggles that come with this lifestyle. Too many fighters are struggling mentally, physically, and spiritually, and we’re seeing the devastating consequences. Thank you for opening up about this. From a health standpoint, we need better protocols before and after fights, from the effects of extreme weight cuts and dehydration to brain health, neurological recovery, and the mental toll of constantly being in fight or flight mode. These things matter, and we need to take them seriously. We can’t keep pushing fighters to their limits, collecting the highlights, and then sweeping their struggles under the rug when the cameras turn off. We need real support, proper medical oversight, and systems that protect fighters beyond fight night. This is something I’m going to fight for because I believe it’s a missing piece of the puzzle that doesn’t get nearly enough attention in this sport. The fighters give everything to the game, and we need to do a better job of taking care of the people behind the gloves. ❤️🥊
