Dagestan's Cardio Secret Revealed! (Mountain Training for MMA)

Khabib Nurmagomedov grew up in Sildi in the mountains of Dagestan at just under 2000m elevation. Islam Makhachev spent his childhood in Burshi at 2300m above sea level. From their teenage years, both moved to Makhachkala for their Sambo, wrestling and MMA training.

However, Khabib, Islam and their teammates returned to Dagestan's mountains for 3-4 months each year. The fighters performed sprint intervals, circuit training and wrestling drills almost 2000 meters above sea level.

Could this be the secret to their suffocating pressure and endurance? Learn how living and training at high altitude affects MMA cardio! 🫀✅️

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