“He grabbed in a headlock,” Joe Rogan recalls getting HUMILATED in last street fight in bathroom

UFC color commentator and podcaster Joe rogan recalls humiliating incident at young age that ultimately got him into martial arts.

“He grabbed in a headlock,” Joe Rogan recalls getting HUMILATED in last street fight in bathroom

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Joe Rogan recently shared a story about a humiliating incident from his younger days. This incident was a huge contributor and, ultimately, one that shaped his MMA and UFC career. At the young age of 14, Joe Rogan faced a beatdown in a fight against another individual.

The incident was severe enough to spark his interest in martial arts. Recalling the incident on his podcast The Joe Rogan Experience, Joe Rogan said: 

The last one I got in, I lost and the guy didn't even hurt me...He grabbed me in a headlock, and he threw me to the ground. And he got on top of me in the bathroom of the boy's room. And he went like that, he was going to punch me, and then he laughed. He was like nah I don't even have to, and he just let me up and it was humiliating. It was humiliating.
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Joe Rogan wrestled in high school. His martial arts journey began with wrestling, which he practiced from the age of 15 to 19. In addition to wrestling, he later trained in taekwondo. Rogan has actively participated in Taekwondo for over 38 years, showcasing his dedication and experience. His training in the martial art led him to learn the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, contributing to his illustrious martial arts background.

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The incident is a pivotal moment that propelled Rogan towards a successful career in MMA and UFC commentary. Joe Rogan began his MMA journey as an interviewer and a commentator in 1997. Despite not having a professional fighting background, Rogan’s animated commentary style became a trademark in the UFC.

Joe Rogan advocates for the use of PEDs in mixed martial arts

Joe Rogan expressed support for UFC fighters using performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), citing the example of Conor McGregor. Rogan argued that PEDs can aid in injury recovery and enhance overall performance.

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He specifically advocated for more lenient rules regarding PED use during recovery periods. Rogan’s stance is rooted in the belief that PEDs could contribute to fighters’ rehabilitation and help them return to the octagon more quickly. This perspective challenged the conventional prohibition of PEDs in sports, emphasizing potential benefits for athletes.

The discussion unfolded on Rogan’s podcast, where he openly suggested that McGregor’s physique transformation might be attributed to PEDs. Conor McGregor has faced speculation regarding PED use. However, McGregor has refuted the accusations, and there remains no conclusive evidence proving McGregor’s use of PEDs.

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