Paddy Pimblett displays weight loss journey leading up to UFC 314, shedding 18 kilos
Pimblett's Weight-Cut Strategy: A Smooth Journey
UFC lightweight contender Paddy "The Baddy" Pimblett successfully dropped a significant amount of weight for his bout against Michael Chandler at UFC 314, making the 70 kg limit on fight day without breaking a sweat. Here's the lowdown on his meticulously planned weight loss journey.
The process began seven weeks before the fight, with Pimblett tipping the scales at a whopping 190 lbs. He then went on to shed approximately 34 pounds over the course of those weeks, deeming it "one of the easier ones"[1].
Diet and Calorie Reduction
Pimblett made good use of early dietary adjustments, dropping to 187.4 lbs six weeks out from the fight. Five weeks before the contest, he weighed 182.8 lbs as a result of his controlled calorie reduction strategy[1].
The Final Stretch
As fight week approached, Pimblett reached 174.9 lbs (April 12). The final water cut started 48 hours before the weigh-ins, requiring a 14-pound water cut to hit the target weight of 156 lbs[1][2].
The Final Water Cut Strategy
In the 14-hour window before weigh-ins, Pimblett used a three-pronged approach:1. Sweat Sessions: Employed sauna suits and hot baths to shed around 14 lbs[2].2. Fluid/Food Restriction: avoided food and liquids while strategically rehydrating after weigh-ins[1][2].3. Post-cut Refeeding: Consumed calorie-dense treats like ice cream, pancakes, and bagels immediately after making weight to replenish energy[2][4].
Factors Contributing to the "Easier" Cut
- Timely Preparation: Began dieting weeks ahead to prevent sudden water loss[1].
- Expert Support: Leveraged nutritionists and coaches to oversee the cut[1][3].
- Mental Toughness: Emphasized mental resilience, stating, "People will never understand what it's like to do a weight cut"[1].
All in all, Pimblett's disciplined strategy, prior experience, and strong-willed mindset contributed to his relatively smooth weight-loss journey[1][3].
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- Amidst the upcoming mixed-martial-arts events, bookmakers might find Paddy's weight-cut strategy intriguing, as it has proven not only efficient but also relatively easier compared to others.
- Paddy Pimblett's doping tests have consistently come back clean, suggesting that his weight-loss techniques are purely based on nutrition and exercise, devoid of any performance-enhancing substances.
- As Pimblett prepares for his next fight, he has already started weighing days ahead, employing a careful plan to avoid rapid weight gain or pullout due to health issues, as witnessed in his previous mixed-martial-arts contest.
- In the weeks leading up to his upcoming mixed-martial-arts bout, Paddy "The Baddy" Pimblett will undergo extensive training sessions, carefully weighing and re-weighing, employing the strategies he mastered during his weight-cut for his bout against Michael Chandler, maintaining a balance between physical prowess and mental resilience.
