At the start of 2023, Gillian Robertson tested the waters at strawweight - and she hasn’t looked back since.
The 29-year-old began her UFC career in 2017 and fought 13 times at flyweight, securing eight wins in that span. But since dropping down to 115 pounds, Robertson’s been on a tear, winning four of her first five fights in what she calls her new “home” division.
At first glance, it might seem like the move to fighting smaller, lighter opponents is behind Robertson’s resurgence. But it’s not just about shedding an extra 10 pounds at the tail end of training camp - Robertson’s made year-round lifestyle changes that have transformed how she feels heading into each fight.