10 Questions With Wayne Weems (by Darrick Patrick)
Wayne "The Wayneiac" Weems is a professional mixed martial artist who has competed in organizations such as King Of The Cage, Silverback Classic, Iowa Challenge, Hand 2 Hand Combat, Xtreme Fighting Organization, Midwest King Of The Ring, Ultimate Cage Combat, American Fighting Association, Iowa Fighting Organization, and the Illinois Wrestling Association Inc. He also appeared on the fifth season of the television show The Ultimate Fighter.
Darrick: What was the journey that led you to competing in professional mixed martial arts?
Wayne: I have amateur wrestled my whole life. A friend of mine put me in a show, I won my match, and I was hooked.
Darrick: Who are some of the people that greatly influenced you while growing up?
Wayne: My uncles, and my guardians Greg and Kaye Quick.
Darrick: What brings you the most fulfillment out of martial arts?
Wayne: I just enjoy competing and finding out who is the best.
Darrick: Do you have any words of advice for other individuals looking to train in MMA?
Wayne: It takes a lot of work and dedication. It's not something you can do part time and be successful at.
Darrick: Who are a few of the people in the sport that you highly respect?
Wayne: Jens Pulver is a legend at 155 and Pat Miletich - the man is a genius.
Darrick: Generally speaking, what does a typical training session for you consist of?
Wayne: I'll get up at eight in the morning, do cardio and weight training, and come back in at six in the evening for live sparring.
Darrick: Outside of MMA, what are your other interests?
Wayne: I like teaching, and I fish and love to spend time on the river.
Darrick: If you were the last person alive on Earth, what do you think you'd do to entertain yourself?
Wayne: Swim and fish.
Darrick: Tell us something about you that most people don't know.
Wayne: I believe Halloween is the best holiday of the year.
Darrick: What is your oldest memory?
Wayne: Spending time with my grandfather.
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