THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep.120 | Conversation with Firas Zahabi and Elton Wells

On today’s episode, we are excited to welcome guests Firas Zahabi and Elton Wells.

Firas Zahabi is best known for coaching UFC legend Georges St-Pierre, guiding him to multiple world championships. His analytical and methodical coaching style emphasizes technique and recovery over intense sparring, making Tristar Gym a premier MMA training center.

Elton Wells is a respected Muay Thai and MMA coach based in Austin, Texas, and the founder of Ambush Muay Thai. His coaching emphasizes traditional Muay Thai fundamentals, clinch work, and tactical application. Known for his methodical and disciplined approach, Wells fosters a strong community culture at Ambush, producing both national Muay Thai champions and rising MMA talents.

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