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Nik Lentz & Charles Oliveira

Nik Lentz

TRAINING: Wake up 9:30, Grapple 10-5 min rounds, 5-5 min rounds pad work, Lunch at around 1, Spar at 4:30, Teach at 5:30, eat dinner, Play Starcraft/surf internet until I go to sleep around 12

When and why did you start training for fighting? I don’t remember the exact reason why I wanted to start fighting, but I had my first MMA fight in August of 2005.

What ranks and titles have you held? I have held many smaller show belts in weight classes ranging from 155-185.

Do you have any heroes? My father

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It is something I have wanted to accomplish for a long time and I’m glad it’s about to happen.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I went to the University of Minnesota. I am one semester away from graduating in Pre-Med (Biology)

What was your job before you started fighting? I ran an online store that sold rare collectables and video games.

If any list specific accomplishments in amateur competition? State Champion Wrestler, Wrestled D1 for the University of Minnesota

Favorite grappling technique: Guillotine

Favorite Striking technique: Head Kick