Jono Micallef’s UFC 312 Debut: The Road to Peak Performance
The Journey to the UFC
Stepping into the UFC Octagon is the dream of every fighter, but only a select few make it. Jono Micallef has fought his way through the ranks, and at UFC 312, he made his long-awaited debut. At Mixed Osteo, we’ve been proud to support Jono throughout his fight camp as a professional fighter, ensuring he was physically, mentally, and nutritionally prepared for the biggest moment of his career.
How We Helped Jono Prepare for UFC 312
A UFC fight camp isn’t just about training hard—it’s about training smart and ensuring the body is primed for peak performance. Here’s how we worked with Jono to get him ready:
✅ Injury Management & Recovery
With the high intensity of MMA training, injuries and niggles are common. Our osteopaths and rehab team focused on:
Manual therapy & functional rehab to prevent injuries
Mobility work to optimise striking & grappling movement
Recovery strategies to keep him fresh for every session
✅ Strength & Conditioning
Jono’s S&C program was designed to enhance his power, endurance, and explosiveness while ensuring he stayed injury-free. His training included:
Unstable weight training to improve co-contraction and joint stability
Speed & agility work to improve movement efficiency
Sport-specific strength training to maximize performance
✅ Nutrition & Weight Cutting
Making weight is one of the most challenging aspects of fight prep. We helped Jono optimise his nutrition to fuel his training while safely reaching his fight weight. Key strategies included:
Structured meal planning to maintain strength while cutting weight
Hydration & electrolyte management for performance & recovery
Fight week weight cut strategy to make weight safely & efficiently
What’s Next for Jono?
UFC 312 was just the beginning for Jono. With his work ethic, discipline, and skill, we know he’ll be making waves in the UFC’s welterweight division.
If you’re an MMA fighter (or any athlete) looking to optimise performance, prevent injuries, and make weight safely, book an appointment at Mixed Osteo today!
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