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Brad Tavares at the UFC 125 Weigh-in.

Brad Tavares

TRAINING: This camp in particular I’ve been waking up earlier than usual. I start my day training at 7am. I like it because I have the rest of the day to rest until pro team practice at 5pm.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started fighting in 2007 because fighting is fun.

What ranks and titles have you held? None

Do you have any heroes? My Mom and King Leonidas from Sparta

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It means everything to me. It's a dream come true.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? N/A

What was your job before you started fighting? Ramp agent