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UFC contender Jiri Prochazka explains why punching a tree 500 times a day is ‘good training’

UFC light heavyweight contender Jiri Prochazka has so far made a name for himself as a finisher on the feet. 25 out of his 28 wins ended by either knockout or TKO. 21 of which happened in the first round.

One may wonder how the 29-year-old Czech fighter developed such a skill. In a recent appearance on The MMA Hour, he revealed a special part of his regular training regimen that involves punching a padded tree 500 times a day using four-ounce gloves.

“It’s helpful for me… it’s good for the body to be in the technique.