Does your business lack brand awareness? Does it have the recognition you feel it deserves? If not, we’re here to help.
Your brand is your company — or at least, it should be. What your brand is doing determines the quality and scope of your company, so you must know how to build yours.
Don’t know how to start your brand building?
We’ve got you covered!
In this guide, we’ll show you some of the best brand-building tips around. You’ll want to bookmark this one in your binder of business knowledge.
1. Define Your Brand Identity
Establishing what your brand represents and what sets it apart from competitors is key. For example, if your business is selling apparel, decide what makes your brand unique – are you selling eco-friendly clothing? Your product must match the values of your brand.
Additionally, create branding elements that will be used on your website, advertisements, company literature, and other marketing materials. This is important because it sets expectations and communicates to customers what sets you apart from competitors. Things like a consistent tone of voice, colors, fonts, and logos should all lend an understanding of who you are as a business.
2. Consistency Is Key
When customers know what to expect from your business, they are more likely to stay loyal. If your products and services are always top-notch, customers will continue to choose your business and refer others to it. If you make sure your messaging is consistent across all communication channels, customers will find it easier to identify with your brand.
Consistency is also key when it comes to setting yourself apart from your competitors. Make sure your messages, logo, and other marketing materials all have the same look and feel.
3. Build Strong Relationships
Social media can help your business to build relationships and expand your reach. Platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram allow you to stay connected with your audience and share meaningful content. You can interact with them, share their posts, comment on their perspectives, and even have conversations with them.
4. Create Compelling Content
Creating compelling content is also one of the essential brand-building tips. Content helps to inform and engage customers and establishes an emotional connection that drives their loyalty.
One great tip is to use a free tool that can help craft content that is both useful and engaging. This free tool might be-useful in crafting well-researched, high-quality content that resonates with the target audience. The tool can provide valuable insight into customer wants and needs, helping to craft content that stands out from the competition.
5. Monitor and Adapt
By monitoring the success of your brand, you can identify areas of strength and areas of improvement. You can then use this information to modify and adjust your brand to reach your desired goals. It is important to remain vigilant and check your brand’s performance so that you can make any necessary changes as soon as possible.
Additionally, adapting to industry trends and customer preferences is essential to remain competitive. For example, be sure to keep up with the latest fashion, technologies, and marketing strategies to ensure that your business branding is up-to-date and remains relevant.
Master the Art of Brand Building Today!
Let’s not forget the most important aspect of brand building: staying consistent. Follow these essential brand building tips and you’ll be well on your way to building a strong and successful brand. Get started today and see the positive results yourself.
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SIX FURTHER BOUTS ADDED TO BELLATOR 299: EBLEN VS. EDWARDS ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 AT DUBLIN’S 3ARENA
DUBLIN’S SINEAD “KO” KAVANAGH AND ENGLAND’S LUKE “THE GENT” TRAINER AMONGST NEW ADDITIONS TO CARD HEADLINED BY MIDDLEWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BOUT BETWEEN JOHNNY EBLEN AND FABIAN EDWARDS
DUBLIN, IRELAND – BELLATOR MMA has today confirmed six additional bouts which have been slated for BELLATOR 299: Eblen vs. Edwards. The promotion’s latest blockbuster card in the Irish capital, headlined by a middleweight world championship bout between the USA’s undefeated champion Johnny “The Human Cheat Code” Eblen and the UK’s No.1 challenger Fabian “The Assassin” Edwards, will take place at the 3Arena on Saturday, September 23.
BELLATOR 299: Eblen vs. Edwards will air live at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT on SHOWTIME in the US. Broadcast details for the preliminary card will be announced soon.
Irish fan favorite and No. 4-ranked Sinead Kavanagh (9-5) will look to make it three straight when she squares up with undefeated Aussie, Sara Collins (4-0), who is ranked No. 6 in the division. A talented boxing champion, Kavanagh has displayed a well-rounded ground game enroute to inspiring back-to-back unanimous decision victories over Leah McCourt and Janay Harding. She’ll be looking to harness the energy from the Irish faithful at 3Arena against Collins, a talented BJJ practitioner, who made an immediate impact with a skillful submission victory over Pam Sorenson.
Joining Edwards on the card is fellow Brit, Luke “The Gent” Trainer (7-1) who will face promotional newcomer Laurynas “Captain Lithuania” Urbonavicius (14-1) in a potentially explosive light heavyweight bout.
There are high hopes for Trainer, who has won all but one of his five bouts since making his BELLATOR debut in 2020. He returns to European shores following his first US outing at BELLATOR 293 in March, where he notched his second first round rear-naked choke victory in two. Another win to his record will nudge him closer to a top 10 light heavyweight ranking.
A further four preliminary bouts have been confirmed, including newly-signed Scottish lightweight Mark Ewen (4-0) who faces fellow debutant Noah Gugnon (1-1) of France. Irish representation on the card swells with the addition of Kenny “Black Diamond” Mokhonoana (5-0) who puts his undefeated record on the line in a clash with as-yet-unbeaten Welshman Josh O’Connor (4-0).
In what is expected to be a livewire women’s strawweight bout, Italy’s in-form Chiara “Beasty Barbie” Penco (8-3) will aim to extend her three-fight winning streak against American youngster Mackenzie “Mack Judo” Stiller (1-0). Rounding out the announcements are Italy’s SBG Dublin prospect Nicolo “The Monkey King” Solli (5-1) and Frenchman Romain Debienne (9-4) in a welterweight match-up.
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BELLATOR 299: EBLEN VS. EDWARDS
SHOWTIME // BBC iPlayer (UK) // Virgin Media Sport (IRE)
September 23 — 9 p.m. IST/4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT
Middleweight World Championship: C-Johnny Eblen (13-0) vs. #1-Fabian Edwards (12-2)
Featherweight Bout:Brian Moore (16-9) vs. Otto Rodrigues (13-1)
Featherweight Bout:Mads Burnell (17-5) vs. Daniel Weichel (42-14)
Women’s Featherweight Bout:Sinead Kavanagh (9-5) vs. Sara Collins (4-0)
Light Heavyweight Bout: Luke Trainer (7-1) vs. Laurynas Urbonavicius (14-1)
Lightweight Bout: Mark Ewen (4-0) vs. Noah Gugnon (1-1)
Featherweight Bout: Kenny Mokhonoana (5-0) vs. Josh O’Connor (4-0)
Women’s Strawweight Bout: Chiara Penco (8-3) vs. Mackenzie Stiller (1-0)
Welterweight Bout: Nicolo Solli (5-1) vs. Romain Debienne (9-4)
SIX NEW BOUTS INCLUDING FORMER TITLE CHALLENGER AUSTIN VANDERFORD RETURNING TO ACTION AGAINST UNDEFEATED IMAMSHAFI ALIEV.
LOS ANGELES – BELLATOR MMA is adding six new contests to complete the lineup for its blockbuster BELLATOR 297: Nemkov vs. Romero / Pettis vs. Pitbull event Friday, June 16 event at Wintrust Arena in Chicago.
The preliminary portion of BELLATOR 297 now features a middleweight fight between No. 5-ranked Austin Vanderford (11-2) and Dagestan’s undefeated Imamshafi Aliev (9-0), who was victorious in his promotional debut at BELLATOR 288. “The Windy City” will also see undefeated, homegrown prospect Jordan Newman (5-0) try his hand against the second-most famous Matthew Perry (5-3) in a friendly 185-pound affair.
At lightweight, Mike Hamel (10-5) quickly returns to action against “The Chechen Wolf,” Shamil Nikaev (10-0), No. 7-ranked Leandro Higo (21-6) goes to battle against Team Fedor’s Nikita Mikhailov (10-2) at bantamweight, Cody Law (6-2) looks to bounce back from the first losing streak of his young career against Colorado’s Edwin Chavez (6-4), Wladmir Gouvea (1-0) returns for his sophomore appearance in BELLATOR against two-fight veteran Kevin Childs (1-1), and highly-touted Max Metzgar makes his pro debut against David McKinney (1-3).
Additionally, Kyle Crutchmer (9-2), a two-time NCAA All-American and two-time Big 12 champion at Oklahoma State has replaced Roman Faraldo (8-1) and will now face Bobby Nash (12-4) in a welterweight matchup.
These six bouts join a critically acclaimed event headlined by BELLATOR Light Heavyweight World Champion and No. 2-ranked pound-for-pound fighter Vadim Nemkov (16-2), defending the throne against No. 3-ranked ageless wonder Yoel Romero (15-6). An equally compelling co-main event will feature BELLATOR’s No. 1-ranked pound-for-pound fighter and current BELLATOR Featherweight World Champion, Patricio “Pitbull” (35-5), who looks to make MMA history by becoming a three-division champion as he moves down a weight class to challenge incumbent bantamweight kingpin and No. 8-ranked pound-for-pound athleteSergio Pettis (22-5) in a BELLATOR “Super Fight” for the ages. Additionally, a battle between the No. 1 and No. 2-ranked light heavyweights between Corey Anderson (16-6) and Phil Davis (24-6) is set, as is a heavyweight slugfest between No. 4-ranked Daniel James (15-6-1) and No.10-ranked Gokhan Saricam (8-2)
BELLATOR 297: Nemkov vs. Romero airs LIVE in the U.S. at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT/6 p.m. PT on SHOWTIME. The preliminary contests will air live at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT on the BELLATOR MMA YouTube channel, the SHOWTIME Sports YouTube channel, and Pluto TV.
Tickets for the explosive event are on sale now at Ticketmaster and Bellator.com.
#5-Austin Vanderford vs. Imamshafi Aliev — Middleweight Bout
No. 5-ranked middleweight contender and former BELLATOR world title challenger Austin Vanderford (11-2) will look to get back to his usual winning ways against undefeated Dagestani Imamshafi Aliev (9-0) in a preliminary matchup. The 33-year-old Vanderford will be eager to add to his highlight reel and re-assert his case for title contention when he steps into the BELLATOR cage for the first time since August, while Aliev will try to build upon the momentum earned in his dominant BELLATOR debut in Chicago last November.
Jordan Newman vs. Matthew Perry – Middleweight Bout
Undefeated top up-and-comer Jordan Newman (5-0) proved he is much more than just a wrestler in Chicago last November when he out struck and then submitted Jayden Taulkerat BELLATOR 288. At BELLATOR 297, the two-time NCAA Division III National Champion will take on Matthew Perry (5-3) in a matchup worthy of getting the Friends together.
Mike Hamel vs. Shamil Nikaev – Lightweight Bout
Elsewhere on the preliminary card, fellow BELLATOR 293 victor Mike Hamel (10-5) joins Archie Colgan in a quick turnaround when he faces surging Russian standout Shamil Nikaev (10-0) in a lightweight clash. A five-fight BELLATOR veteran, Hamel sports an impressive three-fight winning capped off by his lightning quick knockout of Nick Browne in March. Winning streaks are no stranger to the undefeated, Kill Cliff FC-trained Nikaev, who will make his long-awaited return to the BELLATOR cage after besting Kemran Lachinov in 2020.
Cody Law vs. Edwin Chavez – Featherweight Bout
At featherweight, blue-chip prospect Cody Law (6-2) will look to right the ship against promotional newcomer Edwin Chavez (6-4). The former NCAA Division II National Champion and two-time All-American hopes to remind the division of his limitless potential with an emphatic victory over Colorado’s Chavez at BELLATOR 297.
#7-Leandro Higo vs. Nikita Mikhailov – Bantamweight Bout
Brazilian ex-title challenger Leandro Higo (21-6) will return to defend his place among the bantamweight Top Ten for the first time since his participation in the Bantamweight World Grand Prix against Russia’s Nikita Mikhailov (9-2). Higo enters off a razor-thin decision against superstar Danny Sabatello keen to return to the win column after victories in three of his last four. Opposite Higo, Mikhailov’s decision victory over former Bantamweight World Champion Darrion Caldwell has given the upstart plenty of confidence, and he believes his skills will match up well with Higo’s in this preliminary affair.
Wladmir Gouvea vs. Kevin Childs — Heavyweight Bout
Heavyweight prospect Wladmir Gouvea (1-0) will return to Chicago for the second time in as many professional fights when he challenges Kevin Childs (1-1) in this preliminary fight. The 30-year-old AKA product swarmed Kory Moegenburg for a second-round TKO in his pro debut, and he hopes to do the same against Childs on June 16. Childs, 28, brings with him a wealth of amateur MMA and boxing experience for what looks every bit the part of a classic heavyweight brawl.
BELLATOR 297: NEMKOV VS. ROMERO MAIN CARD:
SHOWTIME
Friday, June 16 — 9 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. CT / 6 p.m. PT
Light Heavyweight World Title Bout: C-Vadim Nemkov (16-2) vs. #3-Yoel Romero (15-6)
Bantamweight World Title Bout: C-Sergio Pettis (22-5) vs. C-Patricio “Pitbull” (35-5)
Light Heavyweight Bout: #1-Corey Anderson (16-6) vs. #2-Phil Davis (24-6)
Heavyweight Bout: #4-Daniel James (15-6-1) vs. #10-Gokhan Saricam (8-2)
Around 65 percent of Americans know they should do 30 chest compressions before 2 breaths when performing hands-only CPR. It is important to know that in real life.
Errors in CPR can and do happen in emergency situations. That fear of making a mistake often prevents people from learning emergency medical procedures.
Knowing what common mistakes occur during CPR can help reduce the fear of performing hands-only CPR. To better prepare yourself, we’ve compiled a list of common errors often made during CPR.
Keep reading to learn more.
1. Poor CPR Hand Placement
Proper hand placement is essential in performing CPR correctly. The hands should be placed on the center of the chest, on the sternum. Do not put your hands on the ribs or abdomen. The fingers should be interlocked and the arms should be straightened.
One common mistake is placing the hands too high or too low on the chest. This can result in less effective compressions. Make sure your hands are positioned correctly before starting CPR.
2. Chest Compression Errors in CPR
It is important to push down on the chest and not just tap it. Allow the chest to recoil between between applying pressure in CPR. Remember to keep your arms straight and use your upper body weight to compress the chest.
3. Applying Too Much Pressure in CPR
Applying enough pressure is crucial in performing CPR. Applying too much pressure can cause damage to the internal organs of the patient. Avoid applying too much pressure and make sure the compression depth is appropriate.
In addition, avoid leaning on the patient’s chest between compressions. This can also reduce the effectiveness of CPR.
4. Not Maintaining the Correct CPR Compression Rate
Maintaining the correct compression rate is crucial in performing effective CPR. The recommended rate is 100 to 120 compressions per minute, with a depth of at least 2 inches.
A common mistake is performing CPR too slowly. This can reduce the effectiveness of the technique. To maintain the correct rate, you can count the compressions out loud or use a metronome.
5. Not Taking CPR Training Classes
Performing CPR correctly requires proper training. Taking CPR training classes can help you learn the proper techniques and avoid common errors.
You can visit https://cprcertificationnow.com and see if you can start your training soon. CPR training classes can provide hands-on practice, which can increase your confidence in performing CPR in an emergency situation.
6. Not Calling Emergency Services
While performing CPR can help revive a person, it is important to call emergency services as soon as possible. Calling emergency services can ensure that the patient receives the necessary medical attention they need. Delaying calling emergency services can reduce the chances of the patient’s survival.
Learn How to Perform CPR
CPR is a life-saving technique that can help revive a person who has stopped breathing or has no pulse. Avoid common errors in CPR such as poor hand placement, applying too much pressure, and not maintaining the correct compression rate.
Be aware of these errors and take the necessary precautions. This way you can increase the chances of the patient’s survival. Remember to always call emergency services and seek medical attention as soon as possible.
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How to Start a Gym: 5 Tips for a Successful Business
Are you thinking about starting a gym?
As you might already know, starting a gym isn’t as simple as it may look at first glance.
Fortunately, you can ensure that your gym succeeds and that you get the results you’re looking for. You can do so by taking a couple of things into consideration.
Below are five tips that can help you how to start a gym the right way.
1. Research the Market
Researching the market is an essential step for establishing any gym. It helps you determine who your target audience is, what gyms are already in the area, and the demand for services like yours.
Knowing your competition can provide invaluable insight into the planning stages. Also, researching what potential customers are looking for in a gym can attract more attention. This will help you create effective promotional campaigns.
2. Obtain the Needed Certification
Before doing anything else, check with local and state governments to find out the requirements to run a gym. Laws and regulations can vary from place to place. So you may need to research or contact a lawyer or other expert.
Also, be sure that the trainers you hire for your gym have the credentials. For example, if you are looking to hire a trainer for weight training, they should have the needed certification for calisthenics.
3. Find Funding
To own a gym, you can pursue a variety of sources of financing. You could go with angel investors, venture capitalists, grants, or bank loans. Your funding strategy should reflect the long-term goals of the business.
For example, an entrepreneur seeking majority control of their gym may choose to pursue angel investments over bank loans. And depending on the industry, there may be specific funding opportunities set aside for gyms.
4. Pick Your Payment Options
When starting a gym, deciding how to accept payment is essential. Among the most popular methods are credit and debit cards. These options often need a merchant account.
This option makes it easier for clients to pay instantly. Customers who prefer using cards will find this option quite convenient.
Don’t forget about other payment options as well. You can opt for automatic deductions from members’ accounts, cash, check, or monthly payment plans. You may also want to consider integrating with a third-party service that allows customers to pay at their convenience.
5. Develop Your Gym’s Marketing Strategy
Starting with the basics, create an online presence. Create social media accounts, a website, and an email newsletter. Use these to share information and engage with customers.
Reach out to influencers and local businesses who may be able to direct customers to your door. Additionally, use traditional methods of marketing like flyers and word-of-mouth referrals. Offer discounts to first-time customers and free trials of your classes and services.
Be sure to review your current marketing to ensure it’s up-to-date and working in your favor. Measure the results and adjust your strategy as needed.
Know How to Start a Gym Right
Learning how to start a gym is a great way to build a successful business. With the right preparation, you can be on your way to owning and operating a successful gym.
With all this, you can create a gym that will be profitable for years to come. Get started today and take the first step toward your gym success.
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BELLATOR 290 LANDS NEW WORLD TITLE CO-MAIN EVENT AS UNBEATEN MIDDLEWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION JOHNNY EBLEN FACES TEAM FEDOR’S ANATOLY TOKOV.
LOS ANGELES – With a planned matchup between BELLATOR Light Heavyweight World Champion Vadim Nemkov and the legendary Yoel Romero unable to take place as scheduled, a blockbuster BELLATOR Middleweight World Championship bout between current champion and #5-ranked pound-for-pound athlete Johnny Eblen (12-0) and Team Fedor’s #3-ranked Anatoly Tokov (31-3) has been added as the co-main event for the promotion’s CBS debut this February 4 during BELLATOR 290 at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.
BELLATOR 290: Bader vs. Fedor 2 will be headlined by undisputed Heavyweight World Champion Ryan Bader (30-7, 1 NC) defending his title in a rematch against MMA legend Fedor Emelianenko (40-6, 1 NC). The BELLATOR 290 main card will also include an explosive welterweight contest between Sabah Homasi (17-10) and longtime BELLATOR standout Brennan Ward (16-6) that is sure to produce fireworks.
The event takes place on Saturday, February 4, 2023, with the main card airing live beginning at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT on the CBS Television Network and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+*. BELLATOR MMA, CBS and Paramount+ are all owned by Paramount.
Tickets for BELLATOR 290: Bader vs. Fedor 2 are on sale now at Bellator.com and Ticketmaster.
The undefeated Johnny Eblen vaulted himself to stardom with his BELLATOR 282 victory over MMA legend Gegard Mousasi to become BELLATOR’s middleweight champion, but his reputation as a world-class fighter has been climbing for some time. Eblen has been flawless since joining the BELLATOR roster in 2019, racking up victories over Mousasi, John Salter, and former CFFC champion Collin Huckbodyin the process. Eblen’s dominance earned him the fifth position in the organization’s pound-for-pound rankings, and his inclusion on BELLATOR’s CBS debut reflects his impressive technical abilities and his stature as one of MMA’s finest talents. The 31-year-old former University of Missouri wrestler will face Anatoly Tokov in his first title defense, which will serve as the co-main event of this historic event.
Looking to spoil Eblen’s first title defense will be Team Fedor’s Anatoly Tokov, a fighter whose dazzling record is second only to his in-cage performances. A decorated combat sambo athlete, Tokov will be thrilled to fight for the prestigious BELLATOR middleweight title on the same night as his mentor Emelianenko. Like Eblen, Tokov has been perfect inside the BELLATOR cage. His 7-0 record with the promotion is replete with five highlight-reel finishes and a win over former champion Alexander Shlemenko. The former Absolute Championship Berkut titleholder is eager to add BELLATOR gold to his crowded mantle of accolades, and he will look to do so against a dangerous champion in Eblen on February 4. Fittingly, Tokov’s last fight — a first-round destruction of Muhammad Abdullah— also took place on BELLATOR 282, when Eblen decisively won the title. Their paths destined to cross with championship stakes on the line, Eblen and Tokov will square off in one of 2023’s can’t-miss fights live on CBS.
In addition, the BELLATOR 290 preliminary card has started to take shape, with the exciting inclusion of former welterweight title challenger Neiman Gracie (11-4) taking on the streaking American Top Team standoutMichael Lombardo (13-3, 1 NC). Additional bouts include a re-scheduled bantamweight scrap pitting Grand Prix alternate hopeful Jornel Lugo (8-1) against undefeated prospect Jaylon Bates (6-0), and the always exciting Henry Corrales (20-6) returning to action at featherweight against Akhmed Magomedov (9-0, 1 NC). A women’s flyweight contest is also official, in which former No. 1 contender Alejandra Lara (9-6) squares off against undefeated challenger Diana Avsaragova (5-0), as is a light heavyweight tilt featuring Grant Neal (7-1) versus Sweden’s Karl Albrektsson (13-4). Lastly, a lightweight scrap featuring two former wrestling standouts in Chris Gonzalez (7-2) against former UFC athlete Max Rohskopf (7-1) is confirmed. All preliminary action will take place LIVE on the BELLATOR YouTube channel, as well as Pluto TV beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT.
*Paramount+ Premium subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service as well as on demand. Essential-tier subscribers of Paramount+ and SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to on-demand following the live presentation.
BELLATOR 290: BADER VS. FEDOR 2 MAIN CARD:
CBS and Paramount + Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 — 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT
Heavyweight World Title Main Event: #C-Ryan Bader (30-7, 1 NC) vs. #3-Fedor Emelianenko (40-6, 1 NC)
Middleweight World Title Co-Main Event: #C-Johnny Eblen (12-0) vs. Anatoly Tokov (31-3)
Welterweight Bout: Sabah Homasi (17-10) vs. Brennan Ward (16-6)
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LOS ANGELES — As BELLATOR’s return to the Windy City approaches, the promotion has announced the full lineup of preliminary bouts slated to take place before the event’s hugely consequential, two title fight-led main card.
On Friday, Nov. 18, BELLATOR 288 brings two world championship bouts to Wintrust Arena in Chicago, when incumbent light heavyweight titlist Vadim Nemkov (15-2, 1 NC) immediately rematches No. 1-ranked Corey Anderson (16-5, 1 NC) in the BELLATOR Light Heavyweight World Grand Prix Final, while Patricky “Pitbull” (24-10) defends his lightweight belt against undefeated, No. 1-ranked Usman Nurmagomedov (15-0).
In an update to the main card, former featherweight title challenger and No. 7-ranked Daniel Weichel (42-13) faces promotional newcomer Timur Khizriev (11-0), who steps in to replace fellow Dagestani fighter Akhmed Magomedov (10-0, 1 NC).
The five-fight main card of BELLATOR 288: Nemkov vs. Anderson 2/Pitbull vs. Nurmagomedov airs LIVE on SHOWTIME beginning at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. The preliminary portion of the card will begin three hours prior across the BELLATOR MMA YouTube Channel, Showtime Sports YouTube Channel, and Pluto TV.
Tickets are on sale now and available at Bellator.com and Ticketmaster.
Joining BELLATOR 288 will be one of BELLATOR’s brightest prospects, undefeated 26-year-old light heavyweight Sullivan “Sully” Cauley (4-0). The protégé of BELLATOR heavyweight champion Ryan Bader and No. 10-ranked light heavyweight will face fellow unbeaten American Jay Radick (3-0). Cauley will put his four-fight, first-round knockout streak on the line in this preliminary bout as he welcomes the six-foot-five Radick to the BELLATOR cage.
In an all-Brazilian lightweight matchup guaranteed to deliver fireworks, the always entertaining Killys Mota (13-3) will look to build off his BELLATOR 282 victory over Dan Moret (15-8) against promotional newcomer and countryman Jairo “Mumuzinho” Pachecho (7-0). Mota has taken his game to the next level after joining American Top Team, and his potential to disrupt the division is evidenced by his past wins over Moret, Mandel Nallo, and Bobby Lee. Opposite him will be Pachecho, who at just 25 years old has looked sensational through seven professional outings. The BELLATOR debutant seeks to add a third straight stoppage to his resume in Chicago.
Additionally, a featherweight bout between highly-touted undefeated American Kickboxing Academy black belt Laid Anderson (2-0) and one-time BELLATOR alumnus Rob “Big Papagiorgio” Fenicle (2-2) will take place on the preliminary portion of BELLATOR 288.
The full lineup for BELLATOR 288: Nemkov vs. Anderson 2 / Pitbull vs. Nurmagomedov is as follows:
BELLATOR 288: NEMKOV VS. ANDERSON 2 / PITBULL VS. NURMAGOMEDOV MAIN CARD:
SHOWTIME
Friday, Nov. 18 – 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
Light Heavyweight World Grand Prix Final: C-Vadim Nemkov (15-2, 1 NC) vs. #1-Corey Anderson (16-5, 1 NC)
Lightweight World Title Bout: C-Patricky Pitbull (24-10) vs. #1-Usman Nurmagomedov (15-0)
Featherweight Bout: #7-Daniel Weichel (42-13) vs. Timur Khizriev (11-0)
Heavyweight Bout: #5-Tyrell Fortune (12-2, 1 NC) vs. Daniel James (13-6-1)
When the weather starts to change from warm and sunny to cold and dreary, the leaves fall from the trees and Halloween costume shops proliferate seedy strip malls; it can only mean one thing. No Nut November is just around the corner.
For the uninitiated, No Nut November, is when guys the world over make a pledge to themselves to abstain from any sexual behavior for thirty days. While the focus is generally on refraining from masturbation, the month can also include sexual intercourse and/or “edging” (the act of sexual stimulation up to the moment of orgasm, but without ejaculation). Often this time is used to test one’s level of self discipline and detox from the addictive practices of social media, watching online pornography, or distancing oneself from other toxic relationships. It is considered a badge of honor for those who successfully complete No Nut November and has gained a cult following online over the years.
Prepping for four weeks of behavior modification takes a little work, but the good news, it can be done with relative ease. It could be as simple as quitting porn cold-turkey. However, ask anyone addicted to smoking tobacco how easy that is! More complex strategies may include limiting screen time, blocking toxic people on social media, and starting new hobbies.
Here’s a down and dirty guide to stowing the meat torpedo and avoiding “fuckin’ your fist” for thirty days and nights. Add your suggestions in the comments below and be sure to share the article.
Prepping for No Nut November
Get a calendar
When you’ve got to keep track of time, it only makes sense to get a calendar. Any old wall-mounted paper calendar will do just fine. It should be obvious that the raunchy playmate calendar hanging on the inside of the mechanics garage needs to be avoided (*See triggers below.) Also, having a paper calendar will be one less time that you need to pick up your smart phone or laptop to check the date. So, get a calendar, hang it on the wall, and cross off each day that you complete in the month of No Nut.
Declutter your life, workspace, phone
As you prep for No Nut November, this is perfect time to declutter your life and physical space around you. Throw away or donate old items that you don’t use anymore. That might be books you haven’t read, clothes, gaming equipment, half-eaten food, etc. Recyle old papers, scan important documents and file them safely, scrap half-baked projects that you abandoned midway through.
The idea is simple; you’ll need to have a clear and calm mind to maintain your focus on No Nut November. If you are easily distracted, or suffer from procrastination, have a clean and organized space around you will assist in making clear judgements on what needs to be done. Once your life and space is clear from debris, you can more effectively decide what tasks need immediate attention, which ones can be delayed, and what needs to be abandoned all together.
Organzine a daily routine
While Idle Hands with Jessica Alba was worth watching simply to see an extremely sexy Alba cavorting across the screen, there is is lot of wisdom in keeping your hands busy. Its pretty difficult to jerk off if your hands are occupied building something. Having a daily routine in November can be the difference between the successful completion of No Nut November or failure.
A daily routine will look different for each man, and must be tailored to the individual. If you work nights, then exercising at 0600 won’t be a realistic option for you. If you don’t even have a job…. then what are you doing? Go out and get a fucking job, and leave your mom’s basement!
Here is a very simple daily routine that a single guy might adapt for his own use:
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We’ve all heard about bitcoin, the cryptocurrency that was created by an unknown person in 2009. But what is a cryptocurrency? Cryptocurrencies are digital currencies that use encryption techniques to create secure online transactions and verify the transfer of funds.
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BELLATOR MMA ANNOUNCES TWO STACKED EVENTS TO CAP HARD HITTING, FIVE EVENT FALL SCHEDULE.
LOS ANGELES — BELLATOR MMA today announced two events to cap the promotion’s biggest run of live events in years—five events, featuring four of BELLATOR’s championships, and over 30 fighters ranked in the top-10 of their respective weight classes will be competing during this exciting four-month span.
On Friday, Nov. 18, BELLATOR 288 brings two world championship bouts to Wintrust Arena in Chicago.
Incumbent light heavyweight titlist Vadim Nemkov (15-2, 1 NC) immediately rematches No. 1-ranked Corey Anderson (16-5, 1 NC) in the BELLATOR Light Heavyweight World Grand Prix Final, while Patricky “Pitbull” (24-10) defends his lightweight belt against undefeated, No. 1-ranked Usman Nurmagomedov (15-0).
On Friday, Dec. 9, the Mohegan Sun Arena plays host to BELLATOR 289: Bantamweight World Grand Prix Semifinals as the final four 135 pounders each find themselves just two victories away from the million-dollar prize. Two-time NCAA wrestling national champion Raufeon Stots (18-1) defends his interim title opposite fast-rising star and No. 6-ranked Danny Sabatello (13-1). On the other side of the bracket, No. 2-ranked Patchy Mix (16-1) takes on No. 3-ranked Magomed Magomedov (19-2)
Both BELLATOR 288 and BELLATOR 289 air LIVE on SHOWTIME at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT with respective preliminary cards streaming online beginning three hours earlier.
In addition to the newly announced events, the BELLATOR lineup from September to December also features a star-studded event in Long Beach, Calif., along with visits to Dublin, Ireland and Milan, Italy as BELLATOR continues to reinvigorate the European MMA scene.
On Friday, Sep. 23, BELLATOR arrives at 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland with BELLATOR 285, an event headlined by former UFC Champion and No. 3 ranked-Benson Henderson (29-11) meeting No. 7-ranked Peter Queally (13-6-1) at lightweight and an explosive light heavyweight co-main event pitting Yoel Romero (14-6) against combat sports legend Melvin Manhoef (32-15-1). The main card begins LIVE on SHOWTIME at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT.
On Saturday, Oct. 1, BELLATOR 286 emanates from The Long Beach Arena in Long Beach, Calif., and is anchored by a featherweight title fight featuring BELLATOR’s Pound-for-Pound Best Patricio “Pitbull” (33-5) defending his championship against Hungary’s No. 2-ranked Adam Borics, (18-1) in the main event. In the co-feature, LBC’s own AJ McKee (18-1) will move up to lightweight and challenge Spike Carlyle (14-3). Southern California’s No. 4-ranked Aaron Pico (10-3) is also in action against Canada’s No. 6-ranked Jeremy Kennedy (17-3) and former BELLATOR Bantamweight Champion Juan Archuleta (25-4) goes up against World Grand Prix Quarterfinalist, No. 9-ranked Enrique Barzola (18-6-2). The main card begins LIVE on SHOWTIME at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.
Lastly, on Saturday, Oct. 29, BELLATOR 287 will take place at the Allianz Cloud Arena in Milan, Italy. The event is headlined by a lightweight contest featuring Northern California’s Adam Piccolotti (13-4) making his 14th appearance for BELLATOR against the newly signed French superstar Mansour Barnaoui (19-4), who will be looking to make an immediate impact with the brand. The co-headliner will see No. 3-ranked middleweight Fabian Edwards (10-2) going up against the always tough and exciting “Relentless” Charlie Ward (10-4), who proudly represents Ireland. The international spectacle will air LIVE on SHOWTIME at 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT.
Vadim Nemkov vs. Corey Anderson 2 – BELLATOR 288 on Fri. Nov. 18
BELLATOR returns to the Windy City for the first time since 2019, and Illinois fight fans will find it to be well worth the wait, as 205-lb. champion Vadim Nemkov (15-2, 1 NC), and No. 1-ranked Corey Anderson (16-5, 1 NC) square off in the highly anticipated BELLATOR Light Heavyweight World Grand Prix Final, a rematch after their first Grand Prix Final fight ended in a No Contest.
Vadim Nemkov, 30, of Russia is eager to make the most of his opportunity against Anderson following the dissatisfaction of their first fight. Many believe Anderson was on his way to becoming the new BELLATOR champion, but an accidental headbutt ended the fight just five seconds prematurely. Adamant that he will “correct his mistakes,” Nemkov has been next to perfect in his BELLATOR tenure. The protégé of the legendary Fedor Emelianenko is unbeaten in eight BELLATOR fights, including a title-clinching knockout victory over heavyweight champion Ryan Bader in August 2020, stoppages of former champions Liam McGeary and Rafael Carvalho, and two sound defeats over Phil Davis. Facing off with Anderson again allows Nemkov the opportunity to erase the lone semi-blemish of his record.
Rockford, Ill’s, Corey Anderson believes that he would have won the match in its later rounds if not for the headbutt that stopped the fight with just five seconds remaining in the third frame. The 32-year-old’s path to the BELLATOR title fight was dominant, outclassing Dutch star Melvin Manhoef in his BELLATOR debut before knocking out Grand Prix opponents Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov and Bader to reach Nemkov in the finals.
Patricky Pitbull vs. Usman Nurmagomedov – BELLATOR 288 on Fri. Nov. 18
Patricky ‘Pitbull’ Freire, 36, captured the title in November by knocking out Ireland’s Peter Queally in the second round of their BELLATOR 270 rematch. ‘Pitbull’ will look to defend his title for the first time against the undefeated Nurmagomedov. With a victory, Pitbull would retain his title and maintain his and his brother Patricio’s status as the lone brothers to simultaneously hold MMA world championships.
Fresh off a blistering first-round submission victory against Chris Gonzalez at last month’s BELLATOR 283, No. 1-ranked lightweight contender Usman Nurmagomedov (15-0) will look to fulfill the prophecy foretold by his cousin, Khabib Nurmagomedov, and become BELLATOR’s lightweight champion. At just 24 years old, Nurmagomedov’s rapid rise to the top of the division has been thrilling and he now sets his sights on dethroning Pitbull in the co-main event of the blockbuster BELLATOR 288 event, becoming BELLATOR’s youngest reigning champion in the process.
Raufeon Stots vs. Danny Sabatello – BELLATOR 289 on Friday, Dec. 9
When the BELLATOR Bantamweight World Grand Prix Semifinals continue, two animated trash-talkers, interim title holder Raufeon Stots (18-1) and No. 6-ranked Danny Sabatello (13-1), will finally settle the score after a heated, months-long war of words. After Sabatello scored a dominant unanimous decision victory over Leandro Higo in June, Stots was on hand to face off with his future foe in the center of the BELLATOR cage. What ensued from the crowd in attendance and the fans around the world has sparked arguably the greatest “Babyface” vs. “Heel” matchup in BELLATOR history.
Raufeon “Supa” Stots has been perfect in his first six fights with BELLATOR, which earned him a spot in the BELLATOR Bantamweight World Grand Prix to face close friend and training partner Sergio Pettis for the Bantamweight World Title in April. After Pettis suffered an injury, the bracket was reshuffled, and Stots ended up facing former champion Juan Archuleta at BELLATOR 279, capturing the interim title with a third-round head kick KO. Stots, who developed his MMA chops primarily at the famed Roufusport Academy, was a two-time NCAA DII wrestling National Champion for the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
For Danny “The Italian Gangster” Sabatello, the road to the Semifinals was slightly longer as the American Top Team prospect had to compete in a “Wild Card” matchup against Jornel Lugo at BELLATOR 278, whom he dispatched via unanimous decision before making his way to his quarterfinal matchup with Higo. The Purdue wrestling stud has effectively used his ground game to subdue and dominate his opponents inside the BELLATOR cage. With and endless stream of trash talking, Sabatello has captured the MMA world’s attention as one of the greatest heels in the game. The two have been on a collision course for months and we’re about to see who has what it takes to move onto the finals for their shot at the million-dollar prize.
Patchy Mix vs. Magomed Magomedov – BELLATOR 289 on Friday, Dec. 9
On the opposite side of the semifinal bracket is an equally compelling matchup featuring two of the top-three ranked fighters in the 135-lb. weight class in No. 2-ranked Patchy Mix (16-1) and No. 3-ranked Magomed Magomedov (19-2).
Patchy “No Love” Mix, 28, has established himself as one of the most fearsome grapplers in the sport, dominating opponents and scoring remarkable highlight-reel submissions in the process. His current three-fight winning streak includes wins over fan-favorite James Gallagher and former champion and pound-for-pound great Kyoji Horiguchi, the latter of whom Mix outpointed to advance to the semifinals back in April. Against Magomedov, Mix will look to continue his dominant ways and secure a Grand Prix finals berth and opportunity for $1,000,000 against the winner of Stots and Sabatello.
Looking to do the same is Russia’s Magomed “Tiger” Magomedov, 30. While Magomedov has been sensational throughout his BELLATOR tenure to date, he reached another level in his BELLATOR 283 quarterfinal fight, submitting Enrique Barzola. Magomedov’s high octane striking arsenal and potent submission skills have seen him defeat a wide array of quality opponents, including former UFC world champion Petr Yan.
For more information on upcoming BELLATOR MMA events, visit BELLATOR.com.
Updated schedule of BELLATOR events – click links for updated fight cards
Fri. Sep. 23 // BELLATOR 285: Henderson vs. Queally // 3Arena // Dublin, Ireland
Sat. Oct. 1 // BELLATOR 286: Pitbull vs. Borics // The Long Beach Arena // Long Beach, CA
Sat. Oct. 29 // BELLATOR 287: Piccolotti vs. Barnaoui // Allianz Cloud Arena // Milan, Italy
Fri. Nov. 18 // BELLATOR 288: Nemkov vs. Anderson 2 / ’Pitbull’ vs. Nurmagomedov // Wintrust Arena // Chicago
Fri. Dec. 9 // BELLATOR 289: Bantamweight World Grand Prix Semifinals // Mohegan Sun Arena // CONN.
About BELLATOR:
BELLATOR MMA is a leading global mixed martial arts organization featuring many of the best fighters in the world. Under the direction of veteran fight promoter Scott Coker, BELLATOR events take place in major cities worldwide and can be seen on television in over 160 countries to an available audience of over one billion people. In the United States, BELLATOR can be seen on SHOWTIME. BELLATOR is comprised of an executive team that includes top industry professionals in television production, live event orchestration, fighter development/relations, venue procurement, sponsorship creation/development, international licensing, marketing, advertising, publicity, and commission relations. BELLATOR is based in Hollywood, Calif. and owned by entertainment giant Paramount, home to the world’s premier entertainment brands that connect with audiences through compelling content across television, motion picture, online and mobile platforms.
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THE POUND-FOR-POUND BEST, PATRICIO ‘PITBULL,’ DEFENDS HIS BELLATOR FEATHERWEIGHT TITLE AGAINST NUMBER TWO RANKED 145-POUNDER ADAM BORICS AT BELLATOR 286 ON SATURDAY, OCT. 1
LOS ANGELES — BELLATOR MMA featherweight kingpin and No. 1-ranked pound-for-pound fighter Patricio “Pitbull” (33-5 MMA, 21-5 BMMA) defends his World Championship against surging Hungarian Adam Borics (18-1, 9-1 BMMA) as the main event of BELLATOR 286 on Saturday, October 1 at The Long Beach Arena in Long Beach, Calif. In an eye-popping co-main event, Long Beach’s native son AJ McKee (18-1 MMA, 18-1 BMMA) will make his lightweight debut, as the former 145-pound champion takes on Spike Carlyle (14-3, 1-0 BMMA), who rides a 5-fight wave of winning momentum into the high profile co-main event.
The main card of BELLATOR 286: Pitbull vs. Borics will air LIVE on SHOWTIME at 10:00 pm EST, while the preliminary portion of the event will air free-to-watch beginning at 7:00 PM ET on the BELLATOR MMA YouTube channel, the SHOWTIME Sports YouTube channel, and Pluto TV. A bantamweight tilt featuring undefeated former LFA champion Richard Palencia (10-0) versus Cee Jay Hamilton (15-9) is confirmed for the undercard.
Tickets for the massive event in Southern California will go on sale Friday, August 12 with a special presale the day prior, and can be purchased Bellator.com and Ticketmaster.com.
Pitbull’s Return.
Reigning BELLATOR featherweight champion, pound-for-pound kingpin, and MMA living legend Patricio ‘Pitbull’ returns to the BELLATOR cage for the first time since reclaiming his title from nemesis AJ McKee by unanimous decision in their BELLATOR 277 rematch. For the first defense of his third championship reign, Pitbull will face the red-hot #2-ranked contender, Hungary’s Adam Borics in the main event of BELLATOR’s return to Long Beach, California.
Pitbull, 35, has been one of the faces of BELLATOR for well over a decade. The Brazilian finisher became just the second BELLATOR fighter to simultaneously hold two titles when he knocked out then-lightweight champion Michael Chandler in the first round of their 2019 meeting, and his resume is as lengthy and renowned as anyone’s in MMA, regardless of promotion. The winner of eight of his last ten, Pitbull has continued to display his dominance into his mid-30s. Against Borics, Pitbull will look to begin yet another successful era as the top dog at 145-pounds.
29-year-old Hungarian Adam Borics has been as impressive as advertised.
“The Kid” has been nearly perfect inside the BELLATOR cage, amassing five straight finishes in as many outings to start his tenure with the promotion, building a highlight reel with wins over former champion Pat Curran, Aaron Pico, Jeremy Kennedy and Mads Burnell.
Currently riding a four-fight winning streak, his successes and marked improvements in each subsequent bout have seen Borics catapult into the upper echelon of the featherweight division, landing at his current perch as the division’s #2-ranked contender. The fight with ‘Pitbull’ will be the biggest of the Kill Cliff FC product’s career, but if his recent performances are any indication, Borics is ready for his bid at BELLATOR championship gold.
A new challenger enters!
While ‘Pitbull’ faces a new challenger in the main event of BELLATOR’s return to Long Beach, a familiar face in California-based star AJ “The Mercenary” McKee will look to make a strong first impression in the lightweight division in the show’s co-main event. In his consequential lightweight debut, McKee, 27, moves up a weight class to face a tough opponent in arguably the toughest division in BELLATOR’s current landscape.
The former champion is eager to rebound from his first career loss, as well as to announce his arrival at 155 pounds to the rest of the division. With his new weight class ruled by the brother of Patricio ‘Pitbull,’ Patricky, McKee has a clear target at which his efforts will be aimed north of featherweight. First, he will have to dispatch a difficult opponent in Carlyle, who is 1-0 in his BELLATOR tenure, with an even more recent victory in Japanese-based promotion RIZIN’s ring this past April.
Spike “The Alpha Ginger” Carlyle, at 29-years-old, is eager to give former featherweight champion AJ McKee a warm welcome to the 155 lb. division in front of “The Mercenary’s” hometown of Long Beach. Carlyle is on a roll, having won five straight fights with a whopping five finishes during that span.
Of course, this current stretch includes Carlyle’s wild, comeback submission victory over Dan Moret in the third round of their BELLATOR 272 affair. Against McKee, Carlyle finds himself in a sizable matchup for both the division and combat sports fans. A win over the former titleholder would be the biggest of his professional career and likely vault him into the division’s rankings.
