From Kickboxing Prodigy to PFL Fighter - Connor Hughes (Elite Podcast #19)

Join us as we catch up with Connor Hughes, a decorated British, European, and World Kickboxing champion, who has now made a significant mark in the Professional Fight League (PFL). Conor takes us on a journey through his early days in kickboxing, growing up in a family of accomplished martial artists, and his transition into the world of MMA. Hear about the challenges he faced, his training regimen, mental fortitude, and the strategic nuances of weight cutting. Discover how Conor's unique background in point fighting has shaped his striking abilities in MMA, making him a formidable contender in the PFL European League. Don't miss to learn about his upcoming fight and aspirations to clinch the PFL European and World titles. The Elite Podcast is a brand-new show where host Lee Matthews speaks to individuals who are at the top of their industry and profession. The guests will be from different backgrounds including combat sports, military, and business to coaching. Lee will be finding out along with you why they have become the best in their fields and enjoyed acclaimed success and what they all share – their determination to become ELITE in their field. Lee Matthews is a former paratrooper, kickboxing world champion and now entrepreneur. He is the owner of the UK's biggest chain of martial arts centres. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:24 Kickboxing Achievements and Family Legacy 01:32 Signing with PFL and Early Professional Fights 04:00 Weight Cutting Challenges and Strategies 06:46 Fight Camp Mentality and Preparation 17:36 Transition from Point Fighting to MMA 21:26 Adjusting Fighting Style for MMA 24:45 Influence of Family in Martial Arts 27:20 Transitioning from Kickboxing to MMA 30:24 Challenges and Growth in MMA 35:05 Mental Strategies for Success 43:02 Upcoming Fights and Future Goals Follow Lee on social media for more: ▶︎ Facebook -   / lee.matthewsbmma   ▶︎ Instagram -   / leematthewsofficial   ▶︎ Website - www.leematthewsofficial.com ▶︎ Lee’s Book - https://shorturl.at/fyGI7 Recorded and Produced by Liverpool Podcast Studios ▶︎ Web - http://www.liverpoolpodcaststudios.com ▶︎ Instagram -   / liverpoolpodcaststudios   ▶︎ LinkedIn -   / liverpool-podcast-studios