159: How Zachary Reese Went from the Oil Fields to the Octagon
About this episode
Zachary Reese shares his journey from working in the oil fields to becoming a UFC fighter, discussing the challenges and mindset required for success.
Before he was fighting under the bright lights of the UFC, Zachary Reese was working long days in the oil fields with a dream that seemed almost impossible. On this episode of Fitz & a Fighter, Zachary shares the story of leaving the blue-collar life behind to chase a career in mixed martial arts. We talk about the sacrifices, setbacks, breakthrough moments, and the mindset that carried him from the oil fields to the UFC Octagon. It's an honest conversation about betting on yourself, overcoming doubt, and what it really takes to make it to the highest level of the sport. If you enjoy stories of perseverance as much as fight talk, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Subscribe for more conversations with UFC fighters, coaches, and the people behind the sport.
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