In the competitive world of mixed martial arts, Ilya Topria has successfully dominated the 145-pound weight class. His constant growth is due not only to his skill inside the Octagon, but also to a high-level team that includes notable players. Cuban Jesús Gallo.
Topria himself (16-0-0), who is considered by many to be the best pound-for-pound fighter on the planet, posted a video on his YouTube channel called “Becoming a Legend: The Week Before the Fight.” Garo was introduced in the title episode. Against Max Holloway. ”
In the audiovisual production, “El Matador” revealed his respect for Gallo. “I’m lucky to have a mentor,” he said, noting that his trainer hated cameras and spotlights and had to be persuaded. Ask him to participate in the recording.
“This gives me a complete plan for physical preparation,” the undefeated fighter said days before delivering a stunning knockout victory over Holloway (26-8-0) at UFC 308 on Saturday at Etihad Stadium. . It depends on whether he is 100 percent.” Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Gallo, who lives in Florida, USA, had an illustrious career as a judoka, achieving notable results from 1999 to 2004, but his biggest breakthrough came as a coach.
The momentum is huge, from other UFC players like Jorge Masvidal to NBA and Major League Baseball players, including Miguel Antonio Vargas, the son of legendary baseball player Lazaro Vargas. He has collaborated with many stars.
Through hard work and impressive results, their gym in Miami, Elite Athlete Performance, has earned a reputation as a leader in the art of achieving optimal physical conditioning for athletes, which is essential to modern sports. emerged as.
A quick look at their page on the social media platform Instagram reveals other details as well. They have over 20 years of experience training professional athletes, have degrees in exercise physiology, and specialize in sports medicine.
Gallo joined Topuria’s team when the fighter was looking to optimize his strength and conditioning after his debut in the UFC. “I was contacted to work on his conditioning because he was having problems with weight loss and the training did not suit his style and physique,” he said in an interview with El Nuevo Herald. .
Since then, their partnership has been integral to Topuria’s evolution, as he has significantly improved his strength and endurance, allowing him to maintain a high pace inside the Octagon.
In fact, since the February 2024 dialogue, Cubans had predicted the possible outcome of the battle between Topria and Holloway. “Max Holloway, Jair Rodriguez and Brian Ortega are no longer the fighters they once were. Holloway has had a lot of fights and has suffered a lot, but I don’t think he can keep up with Ilia today.” I warned him, but his words became reality.
Under Gallo’s tutelage, Ilia, a dual Georgian-Spanish citizen, has not only shown his talent in the Octagon, but with the right preparation he can compete at the highest level and dethrone the best in the world. proved that it is possible. .
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