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.
The Black Lion Blueprint
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 about the emotional highs and behind-the-scenes struggles leading up to the fight, what it felt like to have the towel thrown in again, and how Steph overcame one of the hardest weight cuts of her career.
We cover:
- The mental battle backstage before the walkout
- Why being a smart fighter beats being a brawler
- What really goes into effective rehydration after weigh-ins
- The importance of fight IQ and composure in the cage
- Lessons learned from 12+ fights and what it means to trust the process
Steph opens up about gut health, emotional regulation, rehydration mistakes, the power of self-belief, and why a solid support system is everything.