Читать книгу The Fighter Within. Everyone Has A Fight-Insights into the Minds and Souls of True Champions онлайн

76 страница из 99

Sean Sherk, who was known as one of the hardest training athletes in the world, only had positive things to say about Matt and Scott. “I love those guys. You know I’m really good friends with both those guys. So I think that Scott brought something really great to the table for me, and when he did I grabbed onto it and we both ran with it, you know? I mean, anyone who has seen my UFC All Access, you know.... So you know I think they’ve helped me immensely.”

We had no idea what we were getting ourselves into as we drove up to the monstrous complex and became giddy as we saw the API sign above the doors. We had finally made it, buzzing off junk food and energy drinks, not knowing what was in store for us past those doors.

Once inside, we were greeted at the front desk by Dan Piper, one of the head instructors, and we were then taken on a tour of the facility. We marched through the corridor with rooms on both sides as we were introduced to the massive facility. The inside of the building was just as impressive as the exterior, with a 2,000-square-foot multi-purpose area and 1,000 square feet of strength and conditioning gear. All together, with the adjoined Minnesota Martial Arts Academy, there was a combined 11,000 square feet of fun.