Episode
#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
2:49:44
Published: Mon Apr 26 2021
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Georges St-Pierre is a martial artist. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: - Allform: https://allform.com/lex to get 20% off - ExpressVPN: https://expressvpn.com/lexpod and use code LexPod to get 3 months free - Blinkist: https://blinkist.com/lex and use code LEX to get 25% off premium - Theragun: https://theragun.com/lex to get 30 day trial - The Information: https://theinformation.com/lex to get 75% off first month EPISODE LINKS: GSP's Twitter: https://twitter.com/GeorgesStPierre GSP's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgesstpierre/ GSP's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgesstpierre GSP's Website: https://www.gspofficial.com PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://lexfridman.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lwqZIr Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2nEwCF8 RSS: https://lexfridman.com/feed/podcast/ YouTube Full Episodes: https://youtube.com/lexfridman YouTube Clips: https://youtube.com/lexclips SUPPORT & CONNECT: - Check out the sponsors above, it's the best way to support this podcast - Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lexfridman - Twitter: https://twitter.com/lexfridman - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexfridman - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexfridman - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lexfridman - Medium: https://medium.com/@lexfridman OUTLINE: Here's the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time. (00:00) - Introduction (08:09) - Love of winning (11:01) - Suffering (12:03) - Fasting (22:01) - Carnivore (28:30) - Fear (36:02) - Strategy (39:12) - Mind games (42:54) - Mental games (48:00) - Science of fighting (1:11:39) - GOAT (1:15:22) - A fight vs Khabib (1:25:03) - Free will (1:28:49) - Consciousness (1:31:05) - AI (1:41:13) - Aliens (1:52:21) - Dreams (1:57:55) - Father (2:02:58) - Life and love (2:17:07) - Advice for young people (2:19:28) - How to learn (2:22:55) - Bruce Lee (2:26:04) - Tie choke (2:32:49) - Best martial art for self-defense (2:37:28) - Meaning of life
Chapters
This podcast features a conversation with George St. Pierre, a renowned martial artist and considered as one of the greatest fighters in UFC and MMA history.
00:00 - 01:50 (01:50)
Summary
This podcast features a conversation with George St. Pierre, a renowned martial artist and considered as one of the greatest fighters in UFC and MMA history. The episode includes timestamps to help skip between topics and a mention of sponsors.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The benefits of slow reading lie in the opportunity to let ideas breathe and take root in the mind, leading to deeper intellectual growth and understanding.
01:50 - 07:49 (05:58)
Summary
The benefits of slow reading lie in the opportunity to let ideas breathe and take root in the mind, leading to deeper intellectual growth and understanding. At the same time, fast reading has its place in processing information quickly and efficiently.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast episode talks about sacrificing yourself to win, and that winning is better than hating to lose.
07:49 - 16:10 (08:20)
Summary
This podcast episode talks about sacrificing yourself to win, and that winning is better than hating to lose. The speaker also discusses the benefits of fasting.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this episode, the speaker talks about his experience with fasting and trying to find the sweet spot that works for him.
16:10 - 19:56 (03:46)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker talks about his experience with fasting and trying to find the sweet spot that works for him. He discusses the negative effects of overeating and how he found that a three-day fast was the optimal time period for him, while still being able to train during that time.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker shares some natural methods to treat ulcerative colitis, including fasting, eating fermented food, collagen, and bone broth to allow the body to heal.
19:56 - 24:54 (04:58)
Summary
The speaker shares some natural methods to treat ulcerative colitis, including fasting, eating fermented food, collagen, and bone broth to allow the body to heal. He also mentions the benefits of a high fat diet for endurance athletes.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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The speaker discusses their curiosity about trying an exclusive carnivore diet, inspired by their belief that our ancestors did not eat three times a day.
24:54 - 29:07 (04:13)
Summary
The speaker discusses their curiosity about trying an exclusive carnivore diet, inspired by their belief that our ancestors did not eat three times a day.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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MMA fighter Georges St-Pierre talks about the pre-fight momentum in the locker room and the importance of his training partners' presence.
29:09 - 35:05 (05:56)
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MMA fighter Georges St-Pierre talks about the pre-fight momentum in the locker room and the importance of his training partners' presence.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Having a backup plan is crucial in fighting if plan A fails, and it's essential to becoming the perfect nemesis to your opponent, according to the speaker.
35:05 - 39:43 (04:38)
Summary
Having a backup plan is crucial in fighting if plan A fails, and it's essential to becoming the perfect nemesis to your opponent, according to the speaker.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker explains how body language and winning mindset in competitive sports are similar to those of lions or other animals in the wild, and how he made adjustments to his fighting techniques after his first match.
39:43 - 47:29 (07:46)
Summary
The speaker explains how body language and winning mindset in competitive sports are similar to those of lions or other animals in the wild, and how he made adjustments to his fighting techniques after his first match.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker advises that if one does not enjoy fighting and finds it stressful, they should not pursue it as a career as it's not sustainable in the long run, even for successful fighters like Jon Jones.
47:29 - 51:31 (04:01)
Summary
The speaker advises that if one does not enjoy fighting and finds it stressful, they should not pursue it as a career as it's not sustainable in the long run, even for successful fighters like Jon Jones.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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Former UFC fighter advises unsuccessful fighters to have a plan B, as most of them will not be able to make it in the industry.
51:31 - 59:20 (07:48)
Summary
Former UFC fighter advises unsuccessful fighters to have a plan B, as most of them will not be able to make it in the industry.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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The podcast hosts discuss elite training strategies and nutrition, including the role of team training and questioning popular nutritional practices.
59:20 - 1:05:15 (05:55)
Summary
The podcast hosts discuss elite training strategies and nutrition, including the role of team training and questioning popular nutritional practices.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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Georges St-Pierre discusses the importance of showcasing beautiful technique in fighting, similar to how other sports have their own displays of beauty.
1:05:15 - 1:17:18 (12:03)
Summary
Georges St-Pierre discusses the importance of showcasing beautiful technique in fighting, similar to how other sports have their own displays of beauty.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker discusses his approach to fighting Khabib Nurmagomedov and how he would try to avoid wrestling with him, as Khabib has a style of chain wrestling similar to Kamaru Usman.
1:17:19 - 1:19:37 (02:17)
Summary
The speaker discusses his approach to fighting Khabib Nurmagomedov and how he would try to avoid wrestling with him, as Khabib has a style of chain wrestling similar to Kamaru Usman.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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The speaker believes that the odds of a boxing match do not always predict the winner, as there are factors that can influence the outcome of the fight.
1:19:37 - 1:25:06 (05:29)
Summary
The speaker believes that the odds of a boxing match do not always predict the winner, as there are factors that can influence the outcome of the fight.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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The mystery of human intelligence and consciousness makes it difficult to reason about free will.
1:25:06 - 1:38:52 (13:46)
Summary
The mystery of human intelligence and consciousness makes it difficult to reason about free will. The creation of conscious AI systems that can love and be better to each other could help build a more beneficial and expanding civilization.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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The guest speaker reflects on the dangers of keeping military secrets and the potential negative consequences of not sharing important technology with the world for fear of danger.
1:38:52 - 1:49:26 (10:33)
Summary
The guest speaker reflects on the dangers of keeping military secrets and the potential negative consequences of not sharing important technology with the world for fear of danger.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The first interaction between humans and aliens might be through a drone or a probe, rather than a direct contact.
1:49:26 - 1:51:53 (02:27)
Summary
The first interaction between humans and aliens might be through a drone or a probe, rather than a direct contact. In case of direct contact, it is expected that the approach would be more visible and obvious.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The discussion revolves around the impact of psychedelic substances on people's mindsets, including their beliefs about the experiences, the entities they met, and the legality and safety of using them.
1:51:54 - 1:58:04 (06:10)
Summary
The discussion revolves around the impact of psychedelic substances on people's mindsets, including their beliefs about the experiences, the entities they met, and the legality and safety of using them. One of the speakers argues that it's unfair to blame these substances for people's actions and asserts that their use should not be recklessly promoted but approached with a balanced perspective.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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In this podcast episode, the speaker shares their admiration for their hardworking father as a role model for overcoming obstacles and adversity.
1:58:04 - 2:03:19 (05:14)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the speaker shares their admiration for their hardworking father as a role model for overcoming obstacles and adversity. Despite growing up with limited financial means, the speaker's father demonstrated the importance of staying committed to hard work.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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A former athlete reflects on the importance of acknowledging bad training sessions and how his personal life is a million times better than his career.
2:03:19 - 2:07:47 (04:27)
Summary
A former athlete reflects on the importance of acknowledging bad training sessions and how his personal life is a million times better than his career. He also discusses how he used to use bad performances as fuel to improve in the future.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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The speaker admires Joe Rogan's family and feels that they could serve as potential friends who offer valuable advice and a mutual relationship.
2:07:47 - 2:10:36 (02:49)
Summary
The speaker admires Joe Rogan's family and feels that they could serve as potential friends who offer valuable advice and a mutual relationship.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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Love includes missing someone, losing someone, and even being angry with someone.
2:10:36 - 2:13:38 (03:01)
Summary
Love includes missing someone, losing someone, and even being angry with someone. It also involves loving oneself, even through mistakes.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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The speaker shares how they learned to love themselves in order to become a better, more positive person by striving to be more like someone they admire and by working hard towards their dreams.
2:13:38 - 2:19:02 (05:24)
Summary
The speaker shares how they learned to love themselves in order to become a better, more positive person by striving to be more like someone they admire and by working hard towards their dreams.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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The speaker discusses their expertise in mixed martial arts and their ability to identify their opponent's weaknesses.
2:19:02 - 2:26:03 (07:01)
Summary
The speaker discusses their expertise in mixed martial arts and their ability to identify their opponent's weaknesses. They also highlight the importance of self-reflection in maximizing success.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Joe Rogan believes that wearing a tie is a significant disadvantage in a combat scenario and that he would definitely remove his tie if he had to fight someone.
2:26:03 - 2:31:11 (05:08)
Summary
Joe Rogan believes that wearing a tie is a significant disadvantage in a combat scenario and that he would definitely remove his tie if he had to fight someone. While fighting in mixed martial arts and fighting in the street are two different things, Rogan thinks that removing any barriers, such as a tie or vest, is important when preparing for a physical altercation.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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The speaker emphasizes the importance of tactically dealing with an aggressor, rather than just learning physical techniques.
2:31:12 - 2:35:30 (04:18)
Summary
The speaker emphasizes the importance of tactically dealing with an aggressor, rather than just learning physical techniques. He mentions that real-life fights differ from fights in mixed martial arts.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
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The speaker talks about her vision of becoming a champion wrestler and how it has impacted her life's goals towards wanting a family.
2:35:30 - 2:40:26 (04:56)
Summary
The speaker talks about her vision of becoming a champion wrestler and how it has impacted her life's goals towards wanting a family.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The consequences of failure in mixed martial arts are much more serious than those in movies, making it easier for a martial artist to transition to action movie roles.
2:40:27 - 2:46:13 (05:46)
Summary
The consequences of failure in mixed martial arts are much more serious than those in movies, making it easier for a martial artist to transition to action movie roles. Thinking as if you are really trying to kill your opponent helps in executing the moves perfectly.
Episode#179 – Georges St-Pierre: The Science of Fighting
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker discusses how actors can get caught up in their emotions and how that relates to experiencing emotions in real life.
2:46:13 - 2:49:37 (03:24)
Summary
The speaker discusses how actors can get caught up in their emotions and how that relates to experiencing emotions in real life.