The main thing I learned in San Diego was I can't do this and compete with the best guys in the world if I'm just doing MMA as a hobby. It has to be my job. — Alexander Gustafsson Copy Share Image
I'm not a trash talker, that's not my thing. But if someone asks me, I'm going to say what I feel and what I… — Alexander Gustafsson Copy Share Image
Things change very quickly. You have to be prepared and ready and on your toes at all times. — Alexander Gustafsson Copy Share Image
Even wrestling, now, I wear the helmet all the time. I'm not going to make that mistake again ever in my life. — Alexander Gustafsson Copy Share Image
I try to understand the sport more and more as I develop, and I try to be a better fighter overall and work on… — Alexander Gustafsson Copy Share Image
It's not always shine and good feelings in training. But when it comes down to it you need to have that happiness and motivation… — Alexander Gustafsson Copy Share Image
My best advice for mental training is simply to create good habits, in order to build a sense of security and calm around you. Also, you could try to distance yourself emotionally from the whole situation. In my case, I just look at it objectively: We are two guys going inside a cage to work. That's it. Try to de-escalate… — Alexander Gustafsson Copy Share
DC is smart and he's a big inspiration for me. Thirty-nine years old and two belts. I can't really trash the guy and I… — Alexander Gustafsson Copy Share Image
I'm working hard and I think I'm where I should be at by now but I'm in no hurry at all, I'm taking one… — Alexander Gustafsson Copy Share Image
