The Black Lion Blueprint
The Black Lion Blueprint is the fighter-first podcast for athletes who want to train smarter, recover better, and build true durability. Hosted by Coach Frederick Sadler, each episode breaks down real-world strength, conditioning, and recovery strategies designed to support your fight career without the burnout. No fluff, no gimmicks—just the system and mindset needed to last in the game. New episodes drop every Monday.
Podcasting since 2025 • 11 episodes
The Black Lion Blueprint
Latest Episodes
Why Your Explosive Training Isn’t Working (Fix This and Finally Hit Harder)
Most fighters think they’re training explosiveness—but they’re really just moving fast with no real power behind it.In this episode of The Black Lion Blueprint, Coach Frederick breaks down why your “explosive” work isn’t ...
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Episode 8
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30:52
Training in Seasons — How Smart Fighters Adapt for Longevity
In this episode of The Black Lion Blueprint, Coach Frederick unpacks a crucial—yet overlooked—truth about fighter development: training moves in seasons, and treating every month like “go season” is a fast track to bur...
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Episode 7
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20:49
Smart Conditioning for Fighters — What Actually Works
Too many fighters think conditioning just means "doing more." But more circuits, more runs, and more sweat don’t always translate to better performance in the cage, ring, or on the mat. In fact, the wrong kind of conditioning can hurt ...
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Episode 5
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50:44
Special Episode - Back-to-Back TKOs, Mental Grit, and Knowing You’re Built for This | Stephanie “Stone Cold” Calderon
In this special episode of The Black Lion Blueprint, Coach Frederick sits down with pro MMA fighter Stephanie “Stone Cold” Calderon just days after her second TKO win in less than two months.They talk abo...
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45:26
Simplicity Over Sexy — What Actually Builds Fighters
In this episode of The Black Lion Blueprint, Coach Frederick breaks down one of the most misunderstood parts of fighter training: simplicity.If you’ve ever been tempted to swap out your program for something flashier—or felt lik...
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Episode 4
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22:44