About The Author
Phil Daru is a highly regarded strength and conditioning coach in the world of combat sports. Over nearlytwo decades, he has worked with some of the top athletes in mixed martial arts (MMA), boxing, and othercombat disciplines. His expertise lies in helping fighters maximize their physical capabilities, perform attheir best, and minimize the risk of injury. He has competed in various disciplines, including MMA andgrappling. This firsthand experience as a competitor gives him a unique perspective and a deepunderstanding of the physical demands placed on fighters. Daru has played critical roles in training andpreparing numerous champions and top contenders, including renowned fighters such as JoannaJedrzejczyk, Dustin Poirier, and Andrei Arlovski. His expertise in strength training, conditioning, andphysical preparation have won him multiple Trainer of the Year awards and earned him global recognitionas a leader in the field.
