TRAINING: A morning run followed by two more sessions later on in the day – MMA, grappling, jiu-jitsu, boxing and kick boxing.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started when I was 12 to lose weight and here I am.

What ranks and titles have you held? Black belt in jiu-jitsu, SCC and Dominion Warrior bantamweight champion

Do you have any heroes? My father

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It means I can provide a better life for my daughter and my family, which is basically everything.

What was your job before you started fighting? Jiu-Jitsu coach since I was 15

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? One ammy title. 2-0

Favorite grappling technique: Rear naked choke

Favorite Striking technique: Jab

• Pro since 2014

• One win by KO, six by submission (4 RNC, 1 arm triangle)

• Three first round finishes

• Married to UFC flyweight and TUF 26 alum Montana De La Rosa