photo 1 of 21 NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 28: Robbie Peralta weighs in during the UFC on Fuel TV weigh in at Capital FM Arena on September 28, 2012 in Nottingham, England. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
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Robbie PeraltaTRAINING: A typical day of training consists of some technique, whether jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, or wrestling, followed by some sparring, and ending with some mitt work and conditioning.
When and why did you start training for fighting? Five years ago I started training to be a better role model for my family and to better myself. What ranks and titles have you held? I hold two titles in Gladiator Challenge at 135 and 145. I also have a black belt in Taekwondo and a blue belt in Jiu-Jitsu Do you have any heroes? My Mom What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It means everything to me Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Yes, in waste water treatment What was your job before you started fighting? Working at a recycling plant Favorite grappling technique: Triangle Favorite Striking technique: Head kick
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