Chris Leben on fight or flight

Chris Leben on turning on his primal instinct in competition:

If somebody hits me in the face, that's my button to go forward and keep moving...It's fight or flight, and at that time I fight, I turn into a savage beast.

Chris Leben on Working Hard

Chris Leben will pat himself on having a strong work ethic his entire career.

Chris Leben on Buddhism

Chris Leben uses Tibetan Buddhist philosophy to help him navigate through life:

It's a very wise, very good common sense stuff. It's not blind faith: it's question your teacher. And it's how to achieve true happiness.

Chris Leben on the thrill of winning

"You've got to bet big to win big. And there's nothing greater than that feeling when you win in this sport."
- Chris Leben