Some popular MMA fighters have shared their story about their journey from scratch up to the point they are today. And I for one can't help but draw inspiration from such stories. 
One that particularly stood out for me is that of Alex Pereira. He grew up in Sao Paulo, Brazil and because of financial constraints, he had to drop out of school to do menial jobs. He then started training in kickboxing, became a kickboxing champion and transitioned to MMA.
He lost his first MMA fight, but he didn't give up. He kept on going with determination and now he is regarded as a champion in the UFC.
Pereira's story serves as a reminder for me that with perseverance and determination, it is possible to become a champion, even when things don't seem rosy at first.

What MMA fighter's story do you draw inspiration from?