# Episode 66: The Truth About Combat Sports (Boxing, MMA, Money & PEDs)

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Podcast: [The life dojo](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-life-dojo-7101882)
Published: 2026-04-17T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of The Life Dojo Podcast , Michael Climmer and Marcus Edwards break down the current state of combat sports — from boxing to MMA — and the deeper forces shaping the fight game today. The conversation explores recent fights, the influence of money and promotion, and how social media and narratives are changing the sport. From heavyweight boxing to MMA crossovers, we examine whether modern combat sports are becoming more about entertainment than true competition. A key focus of the episode is performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), recovery, and the physical demands placed on fighters. Drawing from real experience, Michael and Marcus discuss how training intensity, mindset, and lifestyle all impact performance — and why some athletes may look for an edge. The episode also looks at fighter promotion, financial habits, and the pressure to maintain an image, highlighting how money, fame, and external expectations can influence a fighter’s career. If you're interested in boxing, MMA, combat sports, mindset, discipline, and the truth behind the fight game , this episode offers a raw and unfiltered perspective on where the sport is heading. Work with Michael https://thelifedojo.com/

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