Nuri Shakir is a veteran mixed martial arts fighter from Ohio and is living in Nashua, NH. He has fought professionally since 2000 and has extensive experience in multiple disciplines of mixed martial arts. He currently trains and teaches at Gate City MMA in Nashua, NH.
Topics Discussed:
- Description of basic MMA techniques
- What is it like to be in a fight?
- You grew up fighting, what was that like?
- What mental state do you go through prior to and during combat?
- Social stigma against fighting (Fighting is natural)
- Pros and cons of MMA and fighting
- Story: Relationships within the UFC and MMA community
- Recommendations for those interested in self-defense, UFC, MMA
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