The banner for this article is both misleading and 100% accurate to the subject matter/title. Look at Clay Guida, look at him. He is so happy in that snapshot moment of time. You could say that Clay Guida was having that great moment because he’s an MMA fighter. Sure, anyone could go to a beach on spring break and see some chicks take off their tops, but that’s not the point. Clay Guida in that moment of time is on top of the world and is able to travel wherever he wants in his mobile home because he’s an MMA fighter. This was his destiny. Notice his head tilted slightly to the heavens as if looking to God and saying, ‘Thank you.’ The outstretched arms, the tightly closed eyes…
The best part of being an MMA fighter really depends on the MMA fighter. Some are happy for the chance to do something they love. Some fighters thrive on the competition, or the comradery with their friends and brothers in arms (underhooks). This cool little video by FUEL TV asks a host of UFC talent what they think the best part of being an MMA fighter is.
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