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“Gradually work your way towards the hard stuff. That will help you avoid injury and you'll be most likely to stick with it.”

Quote by Miesha Tate

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Miesha Tate is a celebrated mixed martial artist, born on August 18, 1986. She has made substantial contributions to the realm of MMA, particularly in the women's division. Tate has held multiple championships throughout her career, including the Strikeforce Women's Championship and the UFC Women's Bantamweight Championship. Her prowess in striking and grappling has earned her a reputation as one of the top female fighters in the sport. more

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