WATCH: ‘Two legends combining’ – Tony Ferguson training with ‘Cardio King’ Ex-Navy Seal for Paddy Pimblett fight at UFC 296
Tony Ferguson shared a video of himself training with David Goggins before his UFC 296 fight against Paddy Pimblett.

Tony Ferguson is training with David Goggins for his upcoming bout with Paddy Pimblett (via X)
Fighters in the world of MMA are always looking for new methods to get an advantage over their opponents. Tony Ferguson, the former UFC interim champion, has adopted an unusual approach for his upcoming fight against Paddy Pimblett. Ferguson has sought the assistance of David Goggins, a former US Navy SEAL and fitness coach, to help him prepare for the important fight.
Tony is undergoing the “Hell Week,” which is considered one of the hardest training in the world. This training is usually reserved for Marines, and it brings out the mental toughness and resilience in the Marines. The intensity of their training sessions is obvious in this video. The video showed the two athletes pushing themselves to the limit, proving their devotion to training.

David Goggins, nicknamed ‘Hard Man,’ rose to fame for his arduous training schedules and unbreakable mental will. His unusual approach to training has inspired many, and his reputation as a hard trainer precedes him. Ferguson and Goggins’ work represents a synergy of two individuals devoted to pushing their limitations, both intellectually and physically.
Ferguson faces a unique challenge from Paddy Pimblett. His awkward fighting style and abilities on the ground might make things difficult for ‘El Cucuy.’ The MMA community is anxiously awaiting the result of this unusual cooperation as the countdown to UFC 296 continues.
Fans react to Tony Ferguson’s training video with David Goggins
The news of Tony Ferguson’s partnership with David Goggins has sent shockwaves across the MMA world. This has caused a variety of comments from both fans and enthusiasts. Discussions, arguments, and excitement have erupted on social media and online forums in response to this unexpected collaboration.

Many supporters saw Ferguson’s decision to train with Goggins as a bold and smart move demonstrating his determination to end his losing streak. Supporters of ‘El Cucuy’ believe that Goggins’ rigorous training techniques will revitalize Ferguson. These are some of the fan reactions:
Fight fans are looking forward to seeing the impact of Tony Ferguson’s training with David Goggins. They will be watching to see whether this collaboration marks the return of ‘El Cucuy’ to the UFC arena.
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