The path to UFC gold holds no mold, but in any data set recurring patterns do exist. One would be apt to think becoming a UFC champion entails something different for every athlete. But after analyzing the 81 champions in the history of the promotion, the most effective route to the top became evident.
There are a hefty amount of paths to take in becoming a successful professional athlete. One could follow the road of Tom Brady. The unwanted, undesired, underdog who never took no for answer. It’s equally possible taking the path to greatness which LeBron James did.