In this episode of the Fight Science Made Simple podcast, Coach Adam breaks down exactly how he rehabbed a complete ACL tear without surgery—and got back to full MMA sparring in under 6 months.
You’ll learn:
- How the ACL tear happened (and the mistakes he wishes he listened to sooner)
- Why he chose rehab over surgery—and who shouldn’t follow that path
- The simple rehab approach that actually worked
- Why “basic” strength & conditioning is the real secret to injury resilience
- The biggest rehab mistake fighters make (and why braces/shortcuts don’t fix the root problem)
- The mindset framework that made the difference: faith, identity, and how you talk about your injury
- What to do during downtime so you come back better—not broken
If you’re dealing with a knee injury (or any injury) and feel stuck, scared, or unsure if you’ll ever be the same again, this episode will give you a roadmap—and a serious mindset reset.
Information
- Show
- PublishedJanuary 13, 2026 at 11:58 PM UTC
- Length33 min
- Episode16
- RatingExplicit
