{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"#72: Zion Perry \u2013 Behind the Real Pathway to the UFC, How To Stay Mindful and His Best Knockouts","description":"First ep of the year! Zion Perry lives a pretty unique double life. He studied Ecology, works in conservation, and in his spare time is also a national champion Muay Thai fighter and the latest King in the Ring champion.  KITR is the most prestigious combat sport event in New Zealand, with previous champs being Israel Adesanya and Carlos Ulberg. In this episode, we talk about what it actually feels like to step into the ring, the nerves before a fight, and how mindfulness plays a role when everything is on the line. Zion breaks down his recent King in the Ring run, what that win meant for him, and what\u2019s next as he transitions into MMA, heads to Thailand, and chases a pathway towards the UFC. Enjoy! Please remember to hit subscribe, click follow or rate 5 stars, it helps the pod grow! Moana Road (Use Discount Code BTS20 for 20% off!) \u2013 https:\/\/moanaroad.co.nz\/ Kaboose Media \u2013 https:\/\/www.kaboosemedia.co.nz\/ Noa Woolloff Insta \u2013 https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/noawoolloff\/?hl=en  Zion's Insta \u2013 https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/zion_perry\/?hl=en Beyond the Surface Insta \u2013 https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/beyond_the_surfacenz\/?hl=en  Spotify \u2013 https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/4ZArq1W.. ","author_name":"Beyond the Surface","author_url":"https:\/\/beyondthesurface.libsyn.com\/","html":"