“Doing all that to get submitted round 1” – Arman Tsarukyan swims in ICE COLD water ahead of Charles Oliveira challenge at UFC 300

Arman Tsarukyan takes a dive in frigid lake in his preparation for the upcoming UFC 300 fight against Charles Oliveira.

“Doing all that to get submitted round 1” – Arman Tsarukyan swims in ICE COLD water ahead of Charles Oliveira challenge at UFC 300

Arman Tsarukyan swims in a freezing lake in preparation for fight against Charles Oliveira (via X)

Arman Tsarukyan’s unconventional training techniques have once again piqued the interest of the MMA world. He is preparing for his highly anticipated UFC 300 fight against former champion Charles Oliveira. The Armenian lightweight competitor is now rated fourth in the division. He has pushed his training to the next level, braving chilling ice-cold waters in a lake.

In the video clip shared on social media, Arman Tsarukyan can be seen swimming in temperatures as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit. The frigid water not only tests his endurance but also helps with recovery and resilience. Both of these qualities are important in a high-stakes fight against a seasoned opponent like Charles Oliveira. Many MMA News accounts posted about this. Here is what MMA Frenzy posted:

Arman Tsarukyan swimming in ICE cold water ahead of his UFC 300 fight vs Charles Oliveira.
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Arman Tsarukyan’s recent success in the lightweight division came in the form of an impressive first-round knockout win over Beneil Dariush at UFC Austin. This has cemented his position as a serious title challenger. Charles Oliveira, a former lightweight champion is noted for his submission prowess and finishing abilities. 

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The frigid lake swim symbolizes Tsarukyan’s will to overcome hurdles both inside and outside the cage. This has made his upcoming fight even more exciting.

Fight fans react to Arman Tsarukyan swimming in a frigid lake

The MMA community has exploded in a combination of curiosity, and enthusiasm. This comes after footage of Arman Tsarukyan swimming in freezing ice-cold water rounds around social media. Tsarukyan’s unconventional training ahead of his UFC 300 encounter with Charles Oliveira has become the newest talking topic among fans. This has raised questions about the extent athletes would go to acquire a competitive advantage.

Fight fans react to Arman Tsarukyan swimming in ice cold lake
Fight fans react to Arman Tsarukyan swimming in ice cold lake (via Yahoo Sports)

Social media sites were flooded with comments ranging from praise for his devotion to doubts about the efficacy of such extreme measures. Some lauded Tsarukyan as a warrior, praising his mental fortitude and dedication to pushing the limits of traditional training. Others were quick to interject humor into the situation. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:

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Arman Tsarukyan’s cold plunge has heightened excitement for UFC 300. Fight fans anxiously anticipate the moment when his unorthodox training transfers into success inside the cage. The MMA community remains unified in their excitement for what promises to be a fascinating fight between Tsarukyan and Oliveira.

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