The Mental Game and Yair Rodriguez

Only a small percentage of athletes can possibly understand what Yair Rodriguez’ life is like now. Closing in on the biggest fight of his career against UFC Hall of Famer BJ Penn this Sunday, Rodriguez isn’t just one of the top rising stars in the promotion, but he’s Mexico’s best hope for a world championship and a role model to kids and adults hoping to follow in his footsteps.A loss in Phoenix puts a big dent in all those plans, leaving him with plenty of weight on his shoulders. It’s a lot to deal with at just 24 years old, but Alethia Olmedo-Perlasca believ ... Read the Full Article Here

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