David Goggins is one of the most famous people when it comes to motivation and discipline on the internet. UFC color commentator, Joe Rogan is a good friend and big fan of Goggins. He once revealed about Goggins’ bad knees with which he has run thousands of miles and marathons. Here is what happened:
Joe Rogan did a podcast with former UFC BMF champion, Jorge Masvidal. The two discussed multiple topics. One of them was David Goggins. Joe Rogan told Masvidal about Goggins’ knee condition. He said:
Do you know his knees are destroyed? His knees are so f***** up. The doctor when they examined his knees said 'I can't believe you could walk. Forget about running thousands of miles, how the f**** are you walking on these knees?Joe Rogan via JRE
David Goggins himself discussed his history of knee surgeries with Joe Rogan on his podcast. He has had multiple knee surgeries to correct bone-on-bone arthritis. The condition has prevented him from running for a long time, yet he persisted. He also said that a total medial meniscectomy had made his condition worse.
Goggins is a retired Navy SEAL and triathlete. He also said that he fractured his kneecap before Hell Week. To avoid being sent back, he continued through Hell Week with his fractured kneecap. Goggins underwent surgery on his left leg with multiple rods implanted in him. He discussed multiple knee surgeries to address his bone-on-bone arthritis, hindering his mobility.
David Goggin’s intense training methods discussed with Joe Rogan
Joe Rogan and David Goggins have had several conversations on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast. There they have discussed Goggins’ style of training in great detail. Goggins is a retired Navy SEAL and ultramarathon runner who is popular for his extreme training methods.
Goggins’ training routines are often very intense. He is known for waking up at 3:00 AM every day to go for a 20-mile run. He also regularly does pull-ups, push-ups, and sit-ups and often trains in extreme weather conditions. While Goggins’ training style is not for everyone, it has been effective for him in achieving his goals. He has completed numerous ultramarathons and other endurance events. He is considered to be one of the toughest people in the world.
Joe Rogan has defended David Goggins’ training style, believing criticisms are unfair. Rogan has observed how Goggins’ training could benefit athletes like in the case of Tony Ferguson and appreciated its mental toughness-building qualities.
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