YouTube Fight Challenge Issued by Akira Corassani, DFX Pro Staff Member

This past Sunday, Swedish fighter Akira Corassani (11-3, 1NC) took to YouTube to call out Irish fighter ‘Notorious’ Conor McGregor (13-2) for a match-up. Featherweight Corassani, a Pro UFC Fighter and DFX pro staff member who uses the DFX Powerball Gyro line and its other sports and fitness equipment during his constant high and low intensity training sessions, hopes to square off with McGregor August in Boston at the UFC’s first show on the soon-to-be launched FOX Sports 1 channel. Both men were winners at the UFC on FUEL TV 9 event in Sweden last month. See the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXCoRG-FUIs&feature=player_embedded.

Corassani, an avid Twitter user, requested McGregor respond to the challenge bout to @akiracorassani. No word yet on acceptance from McGregor. The Corassani official Facebook page, loaded with training images and backstage views, has no notice of fight challenge acceptance at this writing, is here: https://www.facebook.com/corassani. Keep an eye on these sites for new developments!

Read about DFX Powerballs here: https://www.facebook.com/DFXpower?fref=ts and interact on Twitter @DFXsports. Read more about Corassani at his UFC profile page located here: http://www.ufc.com/fighter/Akira-Corassani.

Peralta's reputation as a heavy-handed bomber along with an impressive 10-fight unbeaten streak made him a significant favorite in the eyes of most, with the betting line setting around four-and-a-half to one in his favor. But it was the hometown kid Akira Corassani who made good, upsetting Peralta in a unanimous decision.

The judges scored it 30-27, 30-27, 29-28.

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 “Corassani used movement, range and angles to stay away from Peralta's power, even though he did taste it in the second, getting staggered with a sharp left hook. But he also flashed his own striking in the same round, drilling Peralta with an overhand right that wobbled his opponent. Because the second round was close and up for grabs, Corassani sealed the deal in the third with several takedowns. Corassani’ s win makes him 11-3 with 1 no contest, while the end of Peralta's successful run makes him 16-4 with 1 no contest.”

Can't wait to watch our Akira Corassani fight again!!

The entire DFX staff attended the weigh -ins Friday February 22nd  as well as the UFC 157 event Saturday February 23rd.

Liz Carmouche and Ronda Rousey really caused a ruckus during their walkout and the crowd all but lost their mind when the fight began. They really went at it from the get go and we were all at the edge of our seat when Carmouche came so close to choking out Rousey. Ronda retaliated with a series of punches and dominated Carmouche with her infamous arm bar. The energy was great and the DFX team was extremely excited and blessed to be there.




The fight marked a monumental moment in sports history, a time when the women showed that they too could shine in this sport.

They proved that women could compete on a show featuring men and still be the star attractions. Too often, women's sports are given secondary roles.

The majority of television, print and online coverage of sports is about men. This might be the night that nudges the pendulum closer to the center.

Rousey and Carmouche competed on a card filled with men and looked perfectly at home in the main event.

The pressure on Rousey was enormous. She carried an unprecedented promotional load, for months filling every waking moment that she wasn't training with interviews.

Not only was there intense pressure on her to win, but it was specifically to win by first-round arm bar. Anything less would have been perceived as a disappointment.

The duo did much more, though, for women who have been denied opportunity or not given equal access solely because of their gender. They stood up to the scrutiny and the grind and the pressure and delivered a scintillating performance.

Feb 23, 2013

The Ultimate Fighter 11 winner Court McGee took on MMA veteran Josh Neer in a welterweight battle at UFC 157.

We were ecstatic that we could all support our fighter, Court McGee who  has dropped weight for this event and looked great sporting his DFX t-shirt as he undressed for the scale. With 33 wins under his belt Josh Neer was still no match for “The Crusher.”  McGee used great punching combinations to keep Neer at bay, and eventually, the strikes took their toll on Neer's face. In addition, McGee hurt Neer's liver in the first round, nearly finishing him. To his credit, Neer took a beating and kept coming, but it wasn't enough, and McGee won by unanimous decision.

Bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey and Liz Caramouche, a former Marine who served three tours in Iraq, are now preparing to fight for UFC title. The bout, two weeks away, will be held Feb. 23 at UFC 157 in Anaheim, CA. This, the first women's fight in UFC history, is a highly anticipated event. The UFC has created a compelling preview show to chronicle Rousey and challenger Carmouche as they prepare for the bout.

Full details of the event and the content of the preview show can be found here: sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/powerful-preview-show-profiles-ronda-rousey-liz-carmouche-214758620--mma.html

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San Diego, CA-based Court “The Crusher” McGee, an American mixed martial artist who melds boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, karate and wrestling into his Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) style, will be sponsored by DFX Sports in his welterweight debut against Josh Neer on February 23rd. Courts, under Paradigm Sports
Management, boasts an astounding record of 14 wins and three losses by decision. Three of his wins have been from knockouts, three by submissions and four by pro-McGee decisions.

The main event that evening will be the fight between Ronda Rousey and Liz Carmouche. This highly-anticipated event will be the first women's fight in UFC history. All eyes will surely be on the ring that night!

DFX Sports is pleased to support MMA athletes, male and female alike, as they strive forward on their own paths to reach the top. As always, we are proud when our fitness products are successfully used on the path to greatness.

Tony "El Cucuy" Ferguson

Tony is currently recovering from a arm injury that took place in his last fight but hopes to be back in action early in 2013. Tony has had some surgery done and a plate with some screws. He is now on the road to recovery with some help from his orthopedic surgeon and rehabilitation from DFX sports and fitness premier Powerball Gyro Hand exerciser.

Tony Ferguson, a professional MMA Fighter in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), has signed with Paradigm MMA Management for full service representation. Tony was the winner of the UFC’s reality TV show, The Ultimate Fighter Season 13. He holds a professional MMA record of 13-3, including 11 stoppages (8 KO/TKO & 3 submissions), and a 3-1 record in the UFC.

Tony is thrilled to sign with Paradigm, stating, “I signed with Paradigm because I wanted a company that can take me to the next level. With the services Paradigm has to offer and an entire team working towards a common goal I believe that I have found just that. I wanted a management team that can handle everything outside the Octagon, so I can concentrate 100% on fighting.”

Paradigm MMA President Audie Attar said this about the signing, “We are truly excited to have Tony join the Paradigm team. Tony is a very exciting fighter and has proven to be a fan favorite because his skills and style. We look forward to working with Tony for many years as he climbs up the lightweight ranks.”

Osteoporosis is the most common bone disease that affects Americans today. Sports rehabilitation and fitness company, DFX Sports and Fitness, has compiled the following top tips to protect and strengthen bones as a way to improve overall health and fitness.

With Osteoporosis affecting over ten million Americans and another thirty four million already at risk with weakened bones, bone strengthening and protection is vital at an early age (lifelinescreening.com/health-updates/health-news/strengthen-bones.aspx). Sports rehabilitation and fitness company, DFX Sports provides these top reasons and tips to ensure that strengthening and protection is incorporated into a daily routine.

“There are many things people can do to help strengthen and protect their bones,” says DFX Executive Assistant, Rose Merry Blanco. “Most people just forget to maintain a healthy diet and incorporating a few simple steps can really make a huge difference.”

As a way to increase overall health and prevent osteoporosis, DFX provides readers with the following recommendations:

1.    Up the calcium intake. Calcium is a vital building block to strengthen bone tissue. According to WebMD’s experts, “Calcium gives bone its hardness and is very important for bone strength.”

2.    Get screened. A bone density test can be extremely beneficial in finding out how much care needs to be taken and patients may also find that bone-building medication may also be an option.

3.    Recognize and include calcium-rich foods into your diet. Soy, fish, bananas, almonds and potatoes are all foods that are high in calcium and fulfill many other nutritional needs for a healthy diet (shape.com/healthy-eating/diet-tips/best-healthy-foods-strong-bones).

4.    Last, but not least - an important step to prevent osteoporosis is exercise. By incorporating three simple types of exercises into a daily routine, bone mass and density is strengthened and build the thickness of bones. Weight-bearing exercises, resistance training and increasing flexibility are three workouts that come highly recommended by health professionals.

DFX Sports and Fitness makes it easy to incorporate exercise into a daily routine with their DFX Powerball. The Powerball incorporates everything needed to increase bone and muscle mass: weight-bearing, resistance and flexibility.
“The Powerball is really an incredible tool for bone strength and not only the prevention of osteoporosis, but also carpal tunnel and repetitive stress injuries as well,” says Blanco. “The low impact resistance training makes it easy for anyone of any age to use and can really help promote blood circulation, and strengthen, tone, and increase muscle mass.”

For more information about DFX Sports and Fitness, visit mydfx.com. Follow them on Twitter (@DFXSports) or “Like” them on Facebook.

About DFX Sports and Fitness:
DFX Sports and Fitness is the original leader and innovator of gyroscopic fitness products, manufacturing a wide range of rehabilitation training and fitness tools through their patented gyro technology. They are the original creator and manufacturer of the patented Powerball Gyro. Established in the late 1970’s, DFX has revolutionized the way people improve their physical fitness and is UAL Logo Certified, military endorsed, and PGA Tour Partners Club Member tested and approved. For more information, please visit: www.mydfx.com.

DFX Sports and Fitness presented an amazing fitness gadget at CES 2013 in Las Vegas. DFX Sports and Fitness Powerball handheld device, manufactured by DFX located in Anaheim, CA, uses 14,500 RPMs and up to 40 lbs of torque to deliver incredible results with as little as 1 to 5 minutes of use. The Powerball is beneficial in improving blood flow and strength from the fingertips to the shoulders. This novelty is great for enhancement with common injuries such as carpal tunnel, repetitive stress injuries, and arthritis.

DFX Sports and Fitness Powerball makes a simple exercise seem fun and captivating. The Powerball is a colorful circular handheld gyroscope, which illuminates with use. A flywheel inside the device spins and generates a gyroscopic inertia that is felt while the user rotates his/her wrist. The ball only weighs 10 ounces making it easy to hold from child to adult. One reason the ball is fun is because with each use an attempt to spin the ball faster and faster is addictive. The enchanting lights create a visual playland. With each revolution of the ball the lights zip around the Powerball in a multi colored display.
“DynaFlexPro Powerball” An Incredible Handheld Fitness Device
DFX Sports and Fitness Powerball An Incredible Handheld Fitness Device

Benefits:
Better Grip
Toned Arms
Increased Endurance
Increased Power
Non Impact

CES 2013 DFX Sports and Fitness Powerball stood out for it’s innovation for handheld strength training. DFX Sports and Fitness received many interested visitors at the show. The representatives were very enthusiastic and eager to discuss the ability of the Powerball. After a few minutes of using the ball, it was easy to understand how this product lives up to its reputation. It is a great choice for strength training needs at work, on the go or relaxing at home.The DFX Sports and Fitness Powerball retails for $49.95. It can be found many places online including www.MyDFX.com. Local stores such as REI, DICK’S and Big 5 carry this hot item. The only notable problem with the ball is that once you share this device with friends and family it is very hard to get it back. For the DFX Sports and Fitness Powerball, this is a great problem to have.

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Rafael Natal will be fighting Magnus Cedenblad tomorrow night with UFC on Fox. UFC on FOX 6 takes place Jan. 26 at United Center in Chicago. The main card airs on FOX following prelims on FX and Facebook.

Spencer currently is riding a three-fight win streak, and in his two most recent bouts (for Bellator and Legacy FC), he scored wins over Joseph Daily and then-unbeaten Evan Cutts. The four-year pro had been scheduled to fight Roy Spoon in April at Legacy FC 19, but he instead signed with the UFC with the organization's blessing.

Natal returns to the cage for the first time since a July loss to Andrew Craig at UFC on FUEL TV 4. The Brazilian appeared well on his way to a victory before Craig's head kick gave the Texan an incredible come-from-behind win. It snapped a two-fight winning streak for Natal, who had scored decision wins over Paul Bradley and Kuiper in his two previous bouts.

DFX Sports and Fitness is proud to be sponsoring Rafael aka "Sapo" who recently incorporated the Blue Powerball and Dynamax into his training regimen and was amazed by the effect it had on his body.

Sapo will be giving us more feedback about our products so stay tuned!

Here is some Stats!

Given Name: Rafael Natal Diniz Franca
Professional MMA Record: 14-4-1 (Win-Loss-Draw)
Nickname: Sapo
Current Streak: 1 Loss
Age: 30 | Date of Birth: 1982.12.25
Last Fight: July 11, 2012 in UFC
Weight Class: Middleweight | Last Weigh-In: 185.0 lbs
Career Disclosed Earnings: $34,000 USD
Height: 6'0" (183cm) | Reach: 77.0" (196cm)
Gym/Affiliation: Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Born: Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Fighter Pages: Sherdog  |  Wikipedia  |  The UG
Fighting out of: New York City, New York