Got Fight?

Got Fight? is a raw and direct look at mixed martial arts through the lens of UFC fighter Forrest Griffin. The book combines fighting advice, personal stories from Griffin's career, and his unconventional philosophy on life and combat sports. Griffin walks readers through the mental and physical elements required to be a fighter, sharing techniques and training methods along the way. The narrative includes his experiences from amateur fights to becoming a UFC champion, with practical insights about both winning and losing. The book presents Griffin's signature humor throughout its instructional segments and biographical elements. His approach mixes serious fighting knowledge with irreverent observations about the sport and its culture. This work serves as both a fighting manual and a meditation on what it means to be a warrior in modern society. The text explores themes of perseverance, self-discovery, and finding meaning through physical challenge.

Readers describe Got Fight? as a humorous, profanity-filled look into Forrest Griffin's mind and fighting career. Many note it reads like having a conversation with Griffin himself. Readers appreciated: - Raw, uncensored stories from Griffin's life - Training tips and fighting advice - Self-deprecating humor - Unconventional "manliness test" and quizzes - Behind-the-scenes UFC insights Common criticisms: - Scattered, rambling writing style - Too crude/vulgar for some readers - Limited practical fighting instruction - Feels disorganized and unfocused Ratings: Goodreads: 3.9/5 (2,800+ ratings) Amazon: 4.6/5 (350+ ratings) Sample reader comment: "It's exactly what you'd expect from Forrest - funny, irreverent, and all over the place. Don't expect a traditional fighting manual." -Amazon reviewer Several reviewers noted the book works better as entertainment than as a serious guide to MMA training.

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🥊 Forrest Griffin wrote this book while actively competing in the UFC, where he was a former Light Heavyweight Champion and winner of the first season of The Ultimate Fighter. 🥊 The book includes a "Warrior Code Quiz" that helps readers determine their "warrior status" through humorous and often absurd questions. 🥊 Co-author Erich Krauss is a Muay Thai fighter who has written over 20 combat sports books and trained with many legendary fighters in Thailand. 🥊 The book's unconventional writing style includes random tangents, personal anecdotes, and Griffin's signature self-deprecating humor that made him a fan favorite in the UFC. 🥊 Despite its comedic approach, the book contains legitimate training advice and insights into the mental aspects of fighting, drawn from Griffin's experience as both an ex-police officer and professional fighter.