Ronda Rousey Trains on Beach ‘Karate Kid’ Style

Ronda Rousey is taking a break from taking a break. Right before her surprising upset loss against Holly Holm, the former UFC bantamweight champion said she would leave MMA for a while to focus on her other career pursuits. She added that she would return toward the end of the year to reclaim her belt. If these shots are any gauge, she’s well on her way.

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After her stunning loss to Holly Holm, Rousey quietly prepares to reclaim her top spot as an MMA fighter.

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The former champ hits the surf with a little saltwater shadow boxing.

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It’s a formidable pose we’ve seen from Rousey many times, and one we expect to see in the Octagon soon again.

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Rousey tests the waters with some nifty hand work.

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Back on shore, Rousey performs some sand sprints to ramp up her cardio and endurance levels. 

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