Chael Sonnen talks about the first time he trained with GSP

[@tommyavila6324]

What a treat it must of been to train with the greatest to ever do it. George must of felt truly humbled.

[@marcuscompton3772]

I knew where you were going with that line halfway through!! That's a good one!

[@kashifhussain7917]

🤣

[@aceofpittsburgh]

I appreciate your sense of humor.. I posted a similar silly comment on an anime video and got nothing but people saying I was wrong lol.

[@krisroy2711]

Lmaoooo this was a great comment

[@dontcare7086]

Lmfao you're such a dick. This comment is hilarious 😂😂

[@Jarxia]

"Eventually we kind of eased our way into eachother" - Chael P Sonnen

[@keithrobinson1956]

Sword fight !

[@cuzzman01]

That's all I heard!

[@fields4185]

rear naked poke

[@specialdefect00]

@@fields4185 rear naked joke

[@nunyabizwacks6711]

L m f a o

[@vegansLucko]

GSP is overlooked because he is a humbled dude. On and off paper he is the perfect MMA fighter he made his weaknesses his strength (wrestling, boxing). He is the Reigning GOAT

[@JJehoich]

Overlooked? Many believe he's the GOAT. I like him as a person but his fights were boring in my opinion

[@richardyocum353]

The level he got his wrestling to with no background in the sport could be the biggest freak of nature event in the history of sports.

[@bobsmith-wu2go]

Yep super brilliant product, not so brilliant marketing. Imagine his skill with McGregor's hype ? Shame really, it should totally be about the skills,but the louder fighters get more PPV etc. Still wish GSP had beaten Koscheck into a pink paste though.

[@Soldierofgod96]

Respect to GSP but the GOAT is Jon Jones

[@jordanpeakofficial]

Richard Yocum it obviously helps to have competitive experience but wrestling for mma is different to wrestling for wrestling

[@marcusnordgren8453]

Chael Sonnen could sit in a chair with his feet up and just talk to himself for a week and still not get tierd of it

[@afflictiondrl5966]

marcus nordgren lol true but he's not alone on the podcast

[@slowpokebr549]

As my Grandad would say..." he'd talk to a fence post in the rain".

[@Romans8-9]

that is a great saying. kudos to your granddad, btw is he Aussie?

[@boomerhgt]

marcus nordgren I lasted 2 mins and got bored

[@johnthomas1224]

I'd watch it...

[@besteleben1093]

In Joe Rogans podcast GSP named you as one of his favorite fighters Chael! Real recognize real

[@tristanweiss9182]

gods recognize gods

[@arijao92]

GSP is jealous of those big arms

[@nickgivens6378]

Dirk Diggler very true. He could’ve cemented himself in history if he lasted 30 more seconds against Silva. Only guy to ever actually beat the shit out of Silva

[@jumpoffabrigde6095]

Dirk Diggler Ye he chocked all the time

[@bradg2069]

@@jumpoffabrigde6095 Or he threw fights..... UFC has done it before Chael, and probably after him. Cowboy also comes to mind. Both Cowboy and Chael have made a hell of a lot of money by being mediocre. endorsements and longevity.

[@iiAsSaSsiiN]

you know what's amazing about these videos, no intro.

[@clifforddang5947]

iiAsSaSsiiN Lol, no shit! They just cut to the chase.

[@Gestapo93]

Yeah, your right. By the time most intros end im mad and refuse to watch the rest.

[@canadianmmaguy7511]

​@@Gestapo93oy vey

[@twally4966]

Great point

[@rogerdodger8415]

GSP is not only a great champion, but a great and honorable human being. Your kids can look up to him.

[@nitroxide17]

Agreed!

[@fluroppg4152]

Roided asf chael is one of the biggest roids heads in ufc aswell lol

[@terrymcdonald7877]

I taught my kids to hate him

[@rogerdodger8415]

@@terrymcdonald7877 It's always good to teach children to hate. A good dose of reality is like a smack in the face.

[@Adam-ey4iv]

@@terrymcdonald7877 **be jealous of

[@Sprite_525]

That video of GSP laying out his study regimen of “opponent reaction times” , blew my mind, the video is called “GSP’s secret weapon” ... I never heard of any fighter studying charts of how many milliseconds each fighter takes to move.. it really showed me that there’s levels to every game

[@trixzy4204]

Just saw the video and man that's crazy. GSP will forever be the GOAT

[@aimalpahrand1607]

@@trixzy4204 he’s one of the goats

[@jonbradley4044]

Georges and his coaches took the game to a new level. While other guys were still doing cocaine and getting DUIs in the UFC, GSP and Greg Jackson were coming up with strategies unheard of.

[@jessecerasus9621]

No matter what you do, you have to put extra layers and dimensions to your work.

[@johnsonandyjohnson]

Anything to get an edge…like doing blow and taking steroids 😂

[@trueamericanpatriot1968]

Man Chael could sell a dead bird to a blind kid

[@mikeansley5306]

TrueAmericanPatriot Petey?

[@GODFATHERLO]

@@mikeansley5306 😂😭😂😭😂😭

[@InspectorCallahan.44]

Pretty bird yeah pretty bird.

[@ValValiantThor216]

So can lloyd christmas

[@GODFATHERLO]

😝LMAO

[@karkour69]

Around 2011-2012, I met an old friend of mine who was an Olympian boxer (he won an Olympic bronze medal at light welterweight) and he went to canada to pursue a professional career that was cut short after a nasty eye injury (he was 12-0-0 with 7 KOs). He told me that he used to train with GSP helping him with the boxing side of his game. He said that GSP is, by far, the strongest man he ever knew and he described his strength as something unreal. His words were : " I felt that I was dealing with a man made of iron".

[@Sean-xr1xj]

Wow, that’s an awesome story

[@theodorewood5083]

Almost like he was on peds....

[@cicatrace]

@@theodorewood5083 Sure buddy, guy trains nearly everyday for 30 years in a bunch of different disciplines, I guess it must be the peds which he never tested positive for that made him strong. GSP doesn't strike me as a liar. He's a very sincere guy if you've ever watched him in a podcast or interview. And he says he hates cheaters. So I'll go with that over your half ass opinion based on 0 evidence

[@theodorewood5083]

@@cicatrace There are plenty of fighters who have said GSP is on PEDs. The ability to go longer, stronger is a bigger determining factor than skill in a fight if the talent is even remotely close. Do not think so? Watch the TRT era fighter during before and after the trt ban. GSP sure does know a lot about PEDs that effect the CNS and improve reaction time. Seemed like Rogan had never heard of them, but GSP knew what they were and how people were using them. He may be the nicest guy in the world, I do not believe a word he says. Especially after the Diaz fiasco where he did not get tested and was overweight in Canada.

[@cicatrace]

@@theodorewood5083 Even I know about these drugs why wouldn't GSP know about it? I've heard him speak in french and I can tell you the guy is much smarter than he sounds when he speaks english. Not all fighters are dummies, some love science, some don't. GSP is into a lot of nerdy shit.

[@zerg9523]

Chael _“i once eased myself into GSP”_ Sonnen

[@strateshooter1402]

Once you begin to get laid regularly , this innuendo won't seem as funny .

[@picmman]

That KY helps with that.

[@josephmiller6216]

U just made me actually laugh,good stuff!

[@lnvalidm8]

@@strateshooter1402 its still a pretty damn awkward string of words

[@tedbundywastheultimatechad8400]

@@strateshooter1402 - Dude.

[@JamaaLS]

GSP is the perfect fighter

[@BigBoss-yr6re]

him and jon Jones are imo

[@EM-vl6zm]

there is no such thing. he has lost before..

[@PC-eu9gb]

being a top or goat fighter doesn't mean u dont lose, its still fighting after all.

[@WiATeaM]

GSP lost and avenged both loses.

[@WiATeaM]

Jones is a cheat GSP isn't.

[@eduardovaldez-modonese5517]

Chael can tell a story man. Love listening to this guy.

[@Bigdogiswolfing]

Same

[@tucker8795]

He loves listening to himself more than any of us do.

[@WiATeaM]

GSP is the greatest fighter of all time.

[@metaldude198]

You spelled Fedor wrong. Fedor is the greatest MMA fighter of all time so far. GSP is definitely in the top 5 though.

[@williamsparks6945]

GSP is the greasiest fighter of all time--fixed it for ya.

[@marshcrew]

pop loroganol bisping beat the fuck out of Henderson in his last fight so did silva and other top tier fighters hendo ain’t even top 10 you jackass

[@cosmickoala6663]

metaldude198 I agree

[@thefaminedenier5199]

ClementineTheMan is that some weird abbreviation for Chael Sonnen?

[@JohnDoe-xl9bk]

I hated GSP when I first started watching UFC. I was all for Matt Hughes. But GSP is the GOAT.

[@Conflict1922]

GSP is #2 Fedor Is #1. Watching Fedor fight in his prime was like watching someone get mauled by a bear with dad bod for 20 minutes.

[@sharktooth2888]

John Doe hate Hughes, good wrestler, but so one dimensional. He is very lucky he got past Carlos with that unconscious slam, cuz he was done. GSP exposed that asshole.

[@mattholt9065]

@@sharktooth2888 u know matt hughes beat gsp the first fight right? lol. matt hghes was the man for awhile. gsp just beat him the next 2 fights. the 3rd fight ws the dominating one.

[@mattholt9065]

@@sharktooth2888 and matt hughes not one dimensional...that dude trained with the best training camp team. yall just tal trash cu he lost and the new era is around where u see all this flashy shit now. i mean matt hughes was trianed by the best fighters around. hughes was no walk in the park.

[@johnnygreen200]

Agreed. Khabib is a close second currently. Mgregor is a wild card.

[@antoniobenitez2755]

I’ve seen this video countless times throughout the years and it never gets old... Chael is one of the best story tellers hands down

[@EskenRock]

I shook GSPs hand in Japan several years ago at the Saitama fights. He is a huge dude for 180-190lbs walking around. His shoulders and stature are humbling. Super nice guy! Him and Greg Jackson signed my back shoulder and thanked me for buying GSPs gear. And his smile was contagious.

[@shobushogun2405]

GSP is the undisputed GOAT, not only was his fighting technique top notch but his mentality and spirit were completely unrivaled. The most complete fighter and person the UFC has ever seen.

[@Smood47]

What about jones ?

[@shobushogun2405]

@@Smood47 I'd put Jones right behind him, he's definitely a goat too.

[@Smood47]

@@shobushogun2405 How though? Jones has never been finished where GSP has ?

[@shobushogun2405]

@@Smood47 yes he has and he is notorious for eye pokes which is a scumbag thing to do to mention the failed drug tests and suspensions which is why GSP is ahead of him and so is mighty mouse

[@shanghunter7697]

@@Smood47 And jones CHEATED in EVERY fight he had, roids, constant eye gouging etc

[@CarharttCowboy]

Georges integrated gymnastics, boxing, wrestling etc into his training like no other MMA fighter. I'm surprised no one else has done it to this extent

[@footba11fan41ife]

People are sleep on the benefits of gymnastics training for athletes. I mean those guys are p4p the strongest humans on the planet.

[@miso1995srb]

@@footba11fan41ife Djokovic is doing it also, makes complete sense to do it

[@GG-mr9iz]

Man Chael storytelling is amazinf. Very informative and outlines every single details about his whole day. He sure is gifted.

[@cizia69]

That was a good one, thanks champ.

[@JSmooove98]

“Champ” 🤣🤣🤣

[@nate3766]

@@JSmooove98 ikr, it should've been "Thanks undefeated, undisputed, never lost a round, never lost a second, middleweight, light heavyweight and heavyweight champ."

[@iron60bitch62]

He does a lot of gymnastics he does a lot of work on the bars and I think this is where he gets a lot of his grip strength

[@PhysiqueFuel]

This is why George is a champion. Methodical, hardworking, and humble.

[@jimgray3346]

Spot on. So many potential greats had two of the three, but not the trifecta. Cain and Tony trained stupid, not methodically. BJ Penn wasn't hardworking. Rockhold, Anderson and McGregor lost their aura of invincibility in brutal losses set up by their lack of humility

[@JeffBourke]

Must have been absolutely incredible experience for GSP. I bet he still thinks about it to this day.

[@grahambrown5822]

I bet he doesn't. It was a training session. He didn't get gang raped by a baseball team

[@PeteSavage-lg9fh]

Wow. That was as close to a compliment as I have ever heard from Chael. And GSP was smart enough to walk away when he did. He was even one of the greatest to walk away.

[@smokestrong1000]

gsp has some crazy genetics 76" reach and built like a super hero. if he is clean which i think he is imagine if he took steroids and fought..he'd probably be throwing people out the octagon

[@soldierforchrist2017]

@Cody rodriguez was GSP ever popped for PED's. Didn't think so

[@humzachudhary2056]

Science Fiction GSP wanted stricter regulations before he returned to the UFC. So, what you’re saying makes no sense.

[@mikegoodwin5951]

Gsp also wanted extra testing done on himself and Jonny hendrix before their fight to which Jonny declined.

[@PurPleMind100]

Its that french canadian blood

[@Macx204]

Science Fiction GSP does gymnastics do you realize how strong Gymnastics makes you and it really builds your core which is why GSP’s body looks the way it does.

[@pr1m339]

Another part of why GSP was so successful in his MMA career. In his specific case, he did not over train his body and create unnecessary strain on himself. I'm a Tony Ferguson fan (besides GSP) and I think he's a hell of a fighter but when you train 6 hours straight, no matter who you are, you got to be smart and try to get great recovery after such an unnecessary session. GSP will always be the GOAT man.

[@oluwaseyisvn]

so you’re saying it’s better in the long run to train like gsp for 25 minutes over training for let’s say 2 hours or 6 hours like tony ferguson?

[@jsisisisiissisis]

@@oluwaseyisvnthere’s a reason he’s a goat…

[@sasagrcevic475]

@@oluwaseyisvn I think Chael wanted to say that he trains 25 min with same intensity as fights are. But he probably trains normally outside that time frame. Like goes for a run longer then 25 min for sure. Lift weights, do gymnastics exercises, train tehnique, etc. But he seems to allocate 25 min just for the hard core. This is how I understood the method. No way he is just training 25 min per day.

[@steffonpaul]

I bet GSP still can't sleep at night after training with the great Chael P Sonnen.

[@georgephillips66]

Steffon Paul He did say on JRE that he struggles sleeping😂

[@savagemaestro]

lmao

[@jesp1423]

Who could sleep after being in the presence of Chael Sonnen

[@yes2208]

gsp would kill that goof

[@mikehobbins4742]

I think you got it wrong. George got the better of Chael when they trained.

[@crispcaddy3064]

For someone so talented you always hear how humble the champ is, nice to see it with my own eyes.

[@PaulMG33]

His philosophy of 5/5's is spot on. It free's you to do other work like strength training, Also allows for recovery.

[@ImdefNOTbatman]

Was never a fan or a hater of Chael Sonnen in the UFC, but what a smart great guy and I'm now a fan and visiting his old fights and more recent fights and loving it ❤️

[@alextyson411]

This is one of my favourite sport stories of all time! Chael is amazing at describing stories! Well done sir

[@harrisongadd7454]

Georges St Pierre the most revolutionary and inspirational fighter of all time.

[@Dadaadad268]

He definitely isn’t!

[@twentyfourseven7988]

GSP = PERFECTION IN THE UFC,, WHAT A REAL DUDE,, LET HIS ACTIONS DO THE TALKING

[@Timmyotoolify]

Chael would stare off into the distance in deep thought ordering a burger.

[@klevdud]

I do that shit

[@dondada4437]

lol

[@theadventuresoftomcharlie306]

everyone ive ever heard talk about training with GSP says that he is one of the strongest men they have ever sparred with.

[@j5865]

Every road leads to GSP..

[@jhayregz]

Dark Knights Metal reference?

[@stevennieto9898]

.....and every road ends with Chael P SONNEN!!!!!

[@geforce5492]

Levi Kooperfield the GPS

[@pasxidhs627]

Every roid leads to Jon Jones

[@sECUREij]

Apparently even Carwins road led to GSP

[@kanenas9607]

If Matt Serra hadn't hit GSP with that "lucky punch" GSP would have 20 straight title defenses. To give you a perspective, Mighty Mouse Demetrious Johnson has the record with 13 straight title defences. And one was taking the higher weight class champion. Anybody who knows anything about MMA knows he's the current GOAT.

[@ZilnichProductions]

I think GSP needed to lose to be able to dominate after that. He was getting complacent.

[@leeboy29680-ol7gf]

hes the all time goat imo even though he might be juiced.

[@frankiiie919]

leeboy29680 your an idiot..

[@ZilnichProductions]

Theres no proof of that so probably shouldn't be spreading that. GSP wanted stricter testing before he returned, why would he want that if he juiced?

[@TheBarret89]

nah man, you're mixing some stuff up. He would also be at 13 straight title defenses. Anybody who knows anything about MMA, heh? :P

[@ahmadmubarik]

Chael is an awesome story teller. I can listen to him speak all day

[@john-edwardpryce4821]

Undefeated, Undisputed.

[@nemdenemam9753]

Never lost a round in his life. Its crazy. You might think his loss to Silva or others would taint that record. Not with that man over there. Thats how badass he is.

[@raymondr2821]

Chael should be commentator for ufc next to Joe rogan of course after winning grand prix

[@cody2497]

Ramon V I want to see Bas teamed up with Joe

[@RubinRudeboyCarter]

@@cody2497 bas would just talk about himself all night

[@JonnySublime]

Joe Bas and Chael!

[@betteldottel]

i just saw gsp's full interview with joe rogan and i knew that dude is a legend and in the goat- discussion but he is also ridiculously symphatic.

[@betteldottel]

M Express indeed he is. i was quite surprised since i never heared such long and free interview of him. he is super funny and damn smart too.

[@TheRunner999]

Why did I just automatically say Symphatic in his accent

[@yourdaddy.956]

Gotta check out that podcast!

[@betteldottel]

Khalid UFCinator oh ooops i just saw i translated it wrong ':D but at least it sound a little cute in his accent. wouldn't work like that with a german like mine

[@croakingfrog3173]

Symphatic? What do you even mean?

[@tman186]

GSP = GOAT ! Silva and Jones are out of the conversation as far as I’m concerned. Testing positive on multiple occasions for PED‘s being the reason. Having said that, the only other person with similar credentials is Demetrious Johnson. I just don’t believe the fighters that Demetrious faced were as much of a “murderers row“ as those who GSP faced.

[@Deeplycloseted435]

T Man DJ needs to get up to the 135er’s, and needs to beat Cruz, TJ, and Cody....then we can talk about the GOAT. He faced Cruz and lost, but that was seven years ago, and I don’t see Cruz or Cody going down to face him, he needs come up. Maybe TJ would go down to face him should he lose the Cody rematch, and lose a possible #1 contender match with Cruz. I dunno. There just aren’t any studs at 125 that can move in between much, maybe Dodson, but DJ has already beaten him twice. He needs to seek out the best guys. Its about legacy, not just defending against bums.

[@jackhughman9450]

gsp never tested positive. doesnt mean he never used

[@acalbmilan4562]

yes

[@Romans8-9]

It doesnt fit his MO, most of the PED users, stayed quiet when GSP came out and said UFC needed USADA, then a bunch of the quiet ones got popped. Why would he want them to come in if he was using himself?

[@Dewitt-b8n]

Big Matt Hughes fan

[@daphnesuarez5924]

Back here in 2024 cuz I love how Chael tells his stories...I never tire of this one, it's my all time favorite! GSP is the GOAT! Toronto Canada!

[@mctuble]

What I've loved about GSP is his out of the box approach. People are hitting the heavy bag while he's training his balance, reaction, pattern recognition.

[@danielleclair1360]

GSP not only is one of the greatest specimens to ever step into a ring or octagon. He is one of the most humble, genuine and polite fighters you could ask for. A truly great ambasador for the sport. There are others that remind me of this. Guys lile Fedor Emelianenko, Dan Henderson, Randy Couture, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Gustafsson, Rory MacDonald, Evan Tanner. There isn't a whole lot but if you can draw comparisons between all these great fighters it is intelligence, determination, humbleness, hard work, open mindedness, cross training, travelling and switching gyms to learn more. Now alot of guys play by this book, minus the humbleness. Some guys have taken a page out of Conor and Chaels book to try and get those big money fights....but these dudes were playing this game and laying out the ground work 10-15 years ago. They are MMA trailblazers and GOATS. Much respect, especially to GSP who I think is still ahead of Khabib. Khabib, unfortunately quit too soon. He could have been the greatest ever, but he stopped.

[@locknesmonster]

Funny you just mention white guys lol

[@danielleclair1360]

@@locknesmonster Khabib isnt a white guy. Some very humble and good down to earth black fighters would be Kevin Randleman, Gary Goodrich, Anderson Silva etc. but we are talking GOATs here. The non white GOAT is Jon Jones, but unfortunately he is NOT a good role model. Same with Quinton Rampage Jackson.

[@locknesmonster]

@@danielleclair1360 the only Goat in your first post was fedor&GSP, funny you don't mentioned the technical wizardry of Mighty mouse, or Aldo longevity....Just seems u a bit biased

[@danielleclair1360]

@@locknesmonster Why you gotta turn this into a race thing? It never even crossed my mind until you said all that. Tired of this woke bullshit. Here ill change it for you to make it better... Jon Jones, Mighty Mouse, Daniel Cormier, Jose Aldo, Anderson Silva, Ovince St. Preux, Rashad Evans, Quinton Jackson, Kevin Randleman are the GOATS, the most sportsmanlike and rolemodel like fighters ever in the history of the game. All white fighters suck and cant fight their way out of a wet paper bag and are bad role models for kids. There you go. Happy?

[@nirogalactoid8398]

@@danielleclair1360 bro you didn’t even mention jones lmao clearly ahead of all these dude in skill wise and iq

[@rogerdodger8415]

GSP is not only a real champion, but the FINEST of human beings. The most decent person, I can imagine in MMA.

[@XieTianXieDi888]

I love how you come out saying, I’m going to use my size on him and this and that. But then at the end of it, you’re tipping your hat to GSP being as close to a perfect fighter as you’re going to get.

[@MoralMonster]

Honestly I just liked this podcast because Chael is a methodical thinker, very analytical. His stories I wouldn't say captivate me per say. But they definitely have my full attention every damn time. Dude is awesome. Stay humble Chael

[@luissandoval1519]

Chael is very humble to spend the day with GSP, what a great guy

[@ryanevanzzz]

GSP is the greatest fighter of all time and I say that only because he was never busted for steroids, no controversy when his name is spoken

[@3kbschannel288]

So is Khabib

[@OsvaldoBayerista]

@@3kbschannel288 khabib's record is shit compared to GSP, khabib only have 2 good fighters in his record, he need at least 15 good defend titles more to be able to start talking about GOAT.

[@leescott759]

USADA WASNT AROUND WHEN GSP WAS THE WELTER WEIGHT CHAMP THATS WHY HE NEVER GOT CAUGHT

[@carlblanchette4826]

@@leescott759 GSP wanted more testing aka USADA during his time at welterweight. He was willing to pay 20k$ of his own money so that him and Hendricks got tested pre-fight . Both Hendricks and the UFC refused. Why would a guys taking roids would be willing to pay to get caugh. Your comment just doesn't make sense.

[@rayhanebournas9481]

@@carlblanchette4826 Is that why he dipped the second USADA came into town? He was asking for USADA, and the second it came, he left. Also look at how many wins GSP had before he got given a title shot, and then look at khabib, and tony. The reason why khabib had so few title defenses is that conor held the division for 2 years, and the fact that he robbed his title shot back at ufc 205.

[@013XIII]

The thing I like about Chael is that he has respect where respect is deserved! And he's funny as hell!

[@henry0461]

GSP is the definition of the perfect fighter.

[@TranswarpXL]

The strength in his wrists and control come from the gymnastics training he’s done.

[@williamferguson7202]

Respect to Chael for this one. GSP has always been a very unique fighter to me, and even as competitive as you are, it’s cool to see you gives props to a fellow artist.

[@ShrimpOfDeath]

Whether he's trolling Brazilians or just telling stories, Chael is always a treat to listen to :)

[@alexanderbuc6625]

Chael “we eased ourselves into each other” Sonnen

[@brothajack1993]

Yes excellent story teller....He takes you through the events, but also what he was thinking during those events, its like youre right there with GSP.

[@Frondo22]

brothajack1993 and he didn’t share every gruelling detail. Just bought to put you in there. I have friends who share EVERYTHING and they play no part in the story

[@kevinmorrison-HTC]

"The best there is, the best there was and the best there ever will be." -GSP talking about Chael

[@kennypowers8220]

An awesome story with some really good info! Thank you Chael! Ive always rooted for you!

[@StrengthAttack]

Thanks for all the great work over years . Sending you all good vibes to do what you do best !

[@ryanokeefe521]

GSP is the greatest fighter ever period. never popped for steroids avenged his only losses and won 2 belts in 2 weight classes.

[@Xiaolongbaokid16]

GSP was truly blessed to be in the prescence of the GOAT.

[@erikeggenbakstad]

This is what I love about your s snippets of information. It is straight talk and to the point!

[@Scorpio1075]

I totally agree with the idea of training for what you're going to do. I never spend more than 45 min in the gym, anything I need to accomplish can be done in that amount of time. Only exception would be for endurance athletes, obviously they are training to compete over long periods of time.

[@thomasemmet2177]

Chael, you are one helluva storyteller. Great voice, great delivery.

[@adaptiveagile]

Great vignette. I’m sure my experience is like most people’s. I dabbled in martial arts years ago, so been watching MMA from the early days. From the second I first saw GSP in the Octagon years ago, it was abundantly clear that we were looking at a rare individual. More than any fighter I’ve ever seen, he made me really pay attention. Despite all his fanfare I still think he is underrated. Georges had a knack of making some great fighters look mediocre (Koshcheck, Nick D, Shields, Conduit - off the top of my head). And even the trolls will have to concede that he fought the toughest guys in the division. So intelligent, athletic, methodical and scientific. Watching him train with his gymnastics and other oddball stuff showed a man on a mission. He would turn his weaknesses (BJJ and wrestling) into strengths through disciplined training to become elite in everything he did. And he’s a hell of a nice guy, to boot. Guy is an F-ing Samurai. Chael, love listening to your thoughts.

[@chefduke3719]

I love hearing when fighters like Chael just open up and forget the cameras are rolling, so it's just a guy talking about his experiences

[@johnbreuwet6224]

It’s perfect as long as after that 25 minutes, you know you have left every ounce of energy in that amount of time.

[@azzurasquadra5552]

Just the way Chael tells you a story, always so interesting

[@06livefast]

Prime welsterweight GSP could beat any welterweight today and probably for the foreseeable future. He was the most well rounded with strengths in the most impotant areas (wrestling and striking from a distance)

[@estabannazam9906]

Gsp is my favourite fighter man, going to be a sad day when he retires completely

[@whennever8202]

Woodley is not to be disregarded, guys. Not at all.

[@Bebolife12345]

Know Never Prime GSP > Woodley

[@Macx204]

Bebolife GSP is still better than Woodley and not to mention GSP and Woodley are pretty much the same age so it’s not like Woodley is some young dominant champion the only reason anyone other GSP has touched the 170 belt is because GSP vacated the title if GSP stuck around and didn’t leave for 4 years he’d still be Champ and honestly he still technically is the true Welterweight champ right now anyways.

[@Doug.the.welder-hj6cq]

Woodley is a freak, excellent wresting, and insane power. I would've loved to see those 2 in their prime go at it.

[@WonderArsen4l]

You know someone is good when even Chael aproves him ! Love to Gsp

[@baroneb5043]

GSP the greatest MMA fighter ever without question..!!!! look at the men he fought.. all beasts

[@Dadaadad268]

Bisping…

[@epikcyne]

I love hearing stories like these!

[@toddkennedy7399]

How cool is that to just be rolling with GSP, Kenny Florian, and just living in the moment.

[@quebec654]

Seriously gsp is one of the best guys I Ever saw in the streets of quebec city he was relax not cocky or arogant he was just him self and i think its whats make him great

[@robertm7889]

As perfect a fighter as you are ever going to see! Very very well said Chael Sonnen. I agree completely. GSP=GOAT!

[@jkoz4918]

I tried telling my coaches I only want to spar hard during mma sessions for however long the fight is going to be. But they always want to do like 10 rounds. Maybe this will change their minds. Thanks Chael

[@tymacdougall3140]

I 💯 agree with this.

[@rhys5567]

GSP is awesome. Sonnen is impressive too. Amazing at the talk. Could have made it at anything. Many many skills.

[@ryancahill4436]

GSP is my favorite UFC fighter of all time... Dude is a beast and so humble... I hope I can meet him some day

[@reformedstoic1320]

>be Kenny Florian >call Chael Sonnen >call GSP "George" What I've learned is that Kenny Florian is a very badass dude.

[@johnd6258]

Reformed Stoic right?!? The people ya know! I think I’d drop dead of shock if I was ever called to help by KenFlo.

[@capinkyky]

I met him! He came and rolled with us at a BU wrestling camp when I was in highschool (back when BU had a D1 team) and he was super humble and down to earth. Signed our gear and gave us a speech. Really cool experience.

[@mikedevyatov3213]

2:26 “...and eventually we kind of eased into each other...” pause

[@SEDRICKHENDRIXTHEGAMER]

This guy is awesome, very descriptive in the way that he talks

[@GBLynden]

GSP is the man!

[@typicalscotland2008]

Gsp is a legend and all round Nice humble guy. Long live gsp and his family

[@deridivisstar884]

GSP goat. Now it makes sense how he manhandled Bisping. Even Chael had trouble with him. I will say this, GSP is a very analytical thinker. Chael, can you tell us who got the better of the exchanges next time you talk about sparring or grappling. If not that's fine, I'm just curious. I guess this was more of a workout, so you felt no need to elaborate, but it would be nice to get an idea just to satiate my curiosity.

[@deridivisstar884]

Chris Dean , thank you good sir. That makes sense to me. I think it's funny how Chael talks about not wanting to disrespect GSP in his gym all because of some strange honor code. But hey he is a fighter, I'm just an analyst.

[@MrAdidas1980]

Enjoy! LOVE GSP & Chael!kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIrHfH58esShrqc

[@thetruth1024]

GSP constantly crushed Bisping when they used to train together. Some say that is why he picked him for his comeback fight.

[@KB-qk1ic]

Rashad Evans said something very similar about GSP years ago. Just ridiculously strong

[@nunyabizwacks6711]

GSP is a god damned beast!!

[@Zekefromcabincreek]

Great videos Chael. Enjoy listening to them. Really liked the one you did about Herschel Walker.

[@-NOCAP-]

I knew he was going to mention his grip strength. It's the same thing everyone points out. They always say he's a lot stronger then they thought he would be and he has a inhumanely strong grip that when he wraps his arms around you it feels like your ribs or back is going to fracture. I've only ever wrestled with 1 person where I felt like that from. He was my teamate, and I hated sprawling with him. Guaranteed to have sore ribs and back the next day.

[@ThePaw24]

GSP is a class act. True world class fighter. Few if any has his work ethic and focus.

[@tenzin682]

That was Bruce Lee's philosophy also. He would tell the guys he trained, if they were kick boxers or grappling to not go all out all the time. We did that in high school football, Kenpo, we never went all out. You avoid a lot of injuries that way. I watch these guys on Ultimate fighter and I know you don't have a lot of time to train, but I see many guys get hurt on the show. And yeah, we would work on different strikes, etc. in Kenpo also, until we got it right. It promotes longevity also, as you get older, warm up more, cool down more, don't go all out every day.

[@itsawonderfulknife7031]

“ eventually we kind of eased our way into each other.“ Never thought I would hear those words coming out of Uncle Chael’s mouth.

[@davekn74]

1:35... And I come out and theres GSP. and he's got his gi on and his belt tied.....This cracked me up because Chael always sounds like he's taking a dig, especially not being a fan of traditional jiujitsu training. GSP is such a great guy he almost feels bad for trying to say anything negative.

[@PavelSenko]

Seriously. The best story teller in MMA world. I don't know anyone better. This gangster keeps my attention till the end of the story, every story.

[@tactrix1h]

The reason why GSP is so good is because he trained that way, and not just him but if you look at the tippy top of every sport and every caliber throughout everything you'll see that the best always train every aspect of their game until they get every detail right. Why? Because that's what you have to do to see the entire field, to see all the mistakes, to see all the cracks, to learn why everything does what it does. And only then can you get to that level and becomes that good.

[@JamesonSharp]

I have to agree GSP is so good so strong and so precise in his skills and method for training, he is one of the GOATS!! Period. 🥋👍

[@flyingdoubleleg7952]

Ya no what they call the greatest heavy weight Bellator champion?? They call him Chael P Sonnen

[@RegulatedMilitia]

they call him fedor

[@flyingdoubleleg7952]

Vorpals That was until thee American Gangster came along... Stay in line son

[@legrandfromage9682]

The P stands for “Casanova”

[@johng3451]

Flying double leg the man with the biggest guns in the mean streets of west lynn!

[@Bl4ckiii]

Thanks for sharing this information, I consider it pure gold!

[@jasonjackson5696]

Tito would probably tell GSP the lion/hyena story before rolling with him 😂😂

[@fredericbouchardwong4596]

One of the greatest clips from Chael Sonnen on video

[@JamesG12]

GSPISTHEGOAT