I understand it, but at the same time when you're in a role of influence like that, there should be a cutting off point.". Martyn Ford was born on May 26, 1982 and hails from Birmingham in the United Kingdom. Last updated 8:29 PM, Friday November 02 2018 GMT. In his youth, Ford was a tall and gangly boy—far from the man who is nicknamed “The Nightmare” today. In 2018 the Polish MMA promotion KSW announced that Martyn Ford had joined their promotion during an interview with him during a live broadcast. looking routine while Eddie puts him through his paces -. People were quick to notice his massive body on the social media which gave him immense popularity.KSW announced the signing and debut of Martyn Ford as a martial arts with KSW in 2019. In fact, he has taken on some pretty grueling looking routine while Eddie puts him through his paces - definitely not a routine you should try at home, kids. 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Have to agree with you there, Martyn, it doesn't look like the most pleasant routine. about his transition to MMA and how it was a pretty natural one for him. (sic). , big fights or drama, it's all about sport. look down the line that you've got a lot of young people looking up to you," he said. Martyn 'The Nightmare' Ford has been training hard since he was announced he was joining the 2019 line-up for Polish MMA organisation Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki (KSW). He used to play cricket when he was younger, and hoped to be a sportsman one day. Mind you, looking at him train I don't think he'll have much to worry about in that department. I defo wouldn't like to take him on. 2.8m Followers, 1,011 Following, 4,806 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Martyn Ford (@martynfordofficial) ", He added: "I think [McGregor] is a fantastic fighter, and sometimes you get caught up in the drama, but when you are in that much of the limelight, I just believe you should have a bit more responsibility for your actions.". What Exactly Is A 'Substantial Meal' Under Tier Three Coronavirus Rules? I'm just a bit stupid really, aren't I?!". When commenting on the recent fight between Conor McGregor and his rival Khabib Nurmagomedov, and the scuffle that followed, he said: "The behaviour... just disappointed me. Recently the star spoke to LADbible about his transition to MMA and how it was a pretty natural one for him. Along with a video he posted a comment on Instagram saying: "That stupid moment in life where you decide.... MMMM I know, I haven't done any bodybuilding training now for 5-6 wks, focusing purely on MMA, body weight and fitness work .....so I'll give my pal @eddiehallwsm a call and see if he fancies doing legs for fun what a twat move that was needless to say I won't be making that mistake twice lol." KSW is one of the biggest promotions in Europe and have modeled themselves on the now defunct Japanese Pride promotion. (sic). When commenting on the recent fight between, Nurmagomedov, and the scuffle that followed, he said: "The, just disappointed me. 'Popeye' Spotted Training With The 'Russian Hulk' After MMA Defeat, I'm just a bit stupid really, aren't I?! "For me personally, I always try and carry myself as professionally as possible, and look down the line that you've got a lot of young people looking up to you," he said. He said: "I've just always been very competitive, and I like challenging myself. Borat's Daughter Got In White House And Within Metres Of Donald Trump, Interactive Map Shows Families Where Kids Can Eat For Free Over Half Term, The Addams Family To Get Live Action Tim Burton TV Reboot, has been training hard since he was announced he was joining, Eddie once held the title of the World's Strongest, so he knows what training takes - plus since his own slimming down, he knows how to change up his training habits, which is exactly what former bodybuilder and actor Martyn has to do in order to hold his own in the, video he posted a comment on Instagram saying: ", That stupid moment in life where you decide.... MMMM I know, I haven't done any bodybuilding training now for 5-6, , focusing purely on MMA, body weight and fitness work, a call and see if he fancies doing legs for fun what a twat move that was needless to say I won't be making that mistake twice lol." These matches appeal to a casual fan base who are keen to see novelty matchups and who may be less interested in th… Rachael is a NCTJ qualified journalist from West Cumbria, with a passion for news, features and journalism. agree with you there, Martyn, it doesn't look like the most pleasant routine. Eddie once held the title of the World's Strongest Man, so he knows what training takes - plus since his own slimming down, he knows how to change up his training habits, which is exactly what former bodybuilder and actor Martyn has to do in order to hold his own in the octagon. “To come in here and to have the opportunity to put what I … Martyn Ford was born in Birmingham, England UK on 26 May 1982 so under the zodiac sign of Gemini and holding British nationality – known as The Nightmare or The Hulk, he is popular for his career as a fitness model and a bodybuilder. Mass Monster Martyn Ford Training for MMA Debut “I’ve loved almost all forms of martial arts,” Ford said after signing. This means that a certain percentage of their matches feature unusual matchups in terms of spectacles and oddity. He had a gym in his hometown, but it’s now permanently closed. Outside of work Rachael loves plenty of coffee, running and reading. Martyn Ford Debut MMA fight 2019 Martyn Ford a beefed up 6 feet 8 inches and 320 pounds bodybuilder gained popularity through internet besides his acting. Martyn 'The Nightmare' Ford has been training hard since he was announced he was joining the 2019 line-up for Polish MMA organisation Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki (KSW).