Inside Apex: The Fighter’s Journey with Elijah Juarez
Inside Apex: The Fighter’s Journey with Elijah Juarez
What does it take to fight at the highest level? For Elijah Juarez, it’s all about opportunity, discipline, and relentless ambition. In this Apex Insider exclusive, Elijah shares his journey, training routine, and his vision of becoming a champion in the kickboxing/Muay Thai world.
🔥 Life Inside Apex Fight League
For Elijah, Apex Fight League is more than just a promotion—it’s a place that provides fighters the platform to make a name for themselves:
🗣 "Apex Fight League stands out for being one of the more inviting promotions out there. They don’t shy away from giving anyone the opportunity to go out there and make a name for themselves, and as a fighter, that’s all you can ask for—a chance."
The atmosphere at Apex events is nothing short of electric:
🗣 "The atmosphere at an Apex event is absolutely electric. They have such an intense energy that you feel from the crowd that makes being there unforgettable, and for me, that’s the ultimate fuel to go out there and put on a show for the fans."
One of Elijah’s favorite moments at Apex was his 29-second KO victory:
🗣 "My favorite memory so far at Apex is getting my 29-second KO. The roar of the crowd and the energy in the building was by far one of the best experiences I’ve ever felt. For that, I’ll always choose Apex any day of the week when it comes to promotions to watch fights or compete in."
🧠 The Fighter’s Journey
Elijah didn’t start out dreaming of being a fighter. For him, fighting was just a way to stay in shape for other sports until he found his true passion at Legion MMA:
🗣 "The defining moment I had in my career would be when I joined Legion MMA. These guys helped me once again find my love for not only fighting but competing in general. The family mentality they have and the love and support they show makes it the best environment to be around when you’re going through this journey."
Balancing the family man and fighter life has been Elijah’s biggest challenge:
🗣 "It’s hard to have to put myself first and really focus on training when that means I’m asking my wife to watch my son and give up her free time, or missing family events because it might mess up my diet or schedule. I wouldn’t say I’ve overcome that challenge yet, but with the support of my family and my coaches, it makes it easier for me to commit to this dream."
🥊 Behind the Scenes: Training & Mindset
Elijah’s fight camps revolve around three main elements:
🗣 "A typical fight camp centers around three things: getting my weight down, tightening my technique, and all the mental preparation. I’m a firm believer in consistently training throughout the year, so learning new things isn’t a huge focus during camp. It’s about execution and being as close to perfect as possible on fight night."
Mental toughness is key to Elijah’s preparation:
🗣 "The main step in this process is the mental aspect. It takes a lot to go out there and not only win but dominate. My goal every fight is to show that I’m a level above my competition. To do that, I have to constantly build my confidence through visualizing success, trusting my skills, and going in there with the intent to break whoever I’m standing across from."
But behind the confidence lies the fear and stress every fighter feels:
🗣 "The biggest thing fans will never see is my fear before fight night. No one really understands the stress of wondering if the work you put in is enough or if you’re ready to fight. But as long as you take the right steps, come fight night, you’ll have nothing to worry about."
💡 Looking Ahead
Elijah’s dreams are as big as they come—UFC champion status:
🗣 "The goal in the journey is to get to UFC champ status. Apex is going to be the start of this journey, and later, I’d love to be the person they use as an example of the caliber of talent they have in their promotion."
He has some powerful advice for young fighters:
🗣 "Don’t be afraid to show love to other gyms and fighters for their skills. In a sport where everyone can be good at fighting, it’s the ones who are liked that are remembered. People make a point to remember you when you make their days better."
Elijah has clear plans for the future and is all about building his resume:
🗣 "In the next year, I hope to have over 10 amateur fights. Then mid-next year, I plan to go pro and continue to build a name for myself in the kickboxing/Muay Thai world. I’ll still be training MMA and may take some MMA fights, but right now, it’s all about building the resume."
🚀 What’s Next for Elijah Juarez?
Elijah Juarez’s journey is one of ambition, perseverance, and fearless determination. From overcoming fear to balancing family life and pursuing greatness, Elijah is ready to rise through the ranks in kickboxing, Muay Thai, and MMA. With Apex Fight League as his launching pad, the future is bright for this rising star.
Stay tuned for more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories—only on Apex Insider.
🔥 Want to see Elijah Juarez in action? Follow Apex Fight League and watch his journey unfold! 💪🥊🔥
