Kevin Ford

John Wood burns up to 8,000 calories a day. He’s got two bulging discs in his neck this very minute. He’s in the cage for over 100 sparring sessions a week. But that’s just what it takes to earn the trust of your fighters. “You earn their trust over time, by being there when they need you, being there in the times when maybe you shouldn’t even be there,” he says.

John Wood burns up to 8,000 calories a day. He's got two bulging discs in his neck this very minute. He's in the cage for over 100 sparring sessions a week. But that's just what it takes to earn the trust of your fighters. "You earn their trust over time, by being there when they need you, being there in the times when maybe you shouldn't even be there," he says.

Achieving your fitness goals pretty much comes down to effectively walking the tightrope of balancing working out with adequate recovery. Whether it's cycling, rucking, lifting, or yoga—when you're done training, it's crucial you take the time to let your body heal. This means getting enough sleep, eating a sufficient amount of protein, and staying hydrated. But what happens when that's not enough?