The Platform Podcast

Episode 281 – It’s time to fight

The Platform Podcast Episode 281

In this conversation, Melon Talone shares his journey from powerlifting to boxing, detailing the challenges and transformations he faced along the way. He discusses the impact of a significant injury, his transition to bare-knuckle boxing, and the mental preparation required for fight day. Melon reflects on the importance of training, the role of social media in building a fighter's brand, and the balance between coaching and competing. He emphasizes the need for adaptability in training and the excitement of pursuing new opportunities in the boxing world.

 

Chapters

00:00Weekend Reflections and Life Balance

03:00The Evolution of Melon Talone

05:58Injury and Transition to Boxing

09:04Finding a Boxing Coach and Training

11:54The Shift to Bare-Knuckle Boxing

15:00Training Differences: Boxing vs. Powerlifting

17:58Preparing for the First Fight

21:02Fight Day Experience and Mental Preparation

23:52Post-Fight Reflections and Future Goals

27:00Social Media and Building a Fighter's Brand

29:58Sparring and Training Partners

33:05Managing Time Between Fighting and Coaching

35:59Looking Ahead: Future Fights and Opportunities

 

Guest  - Mel Talone

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