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#60 - Leo Leite - Judo, BJJ & MMA Mastery: Leo Leite on the Grapplezilla Podcast
In this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we sit down with a true martial arts unicorn: Leonardo "Léo" Leite. Léo is a multi-time Pan American Judo Champion, a two-time IBJJF World Champion, and a former Legacy FC Middleweight and Light Heavyweight MMA Champion.
We dive deep into the technical and mental aspects of mastering three distinct combat sports. Léo breaks down exactly what it took to defeat the legendary Zé Mario Sperry just two weeks after receiving his black belt from Alexandre "Gigi" Paiva, and how he successfully adapted his elite Judo throwing mechanics for the MMA cage. We…
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