We recently connected with Anthony Rowland and have shared our conversation below.

Anthony , appreciate you joining us today. Risking taking is a huge part of most people’s story but too often society overlooks those risks and only focuses on where you are today. Can you talk to us about a risk you’ve taken – it could be a big risk or a small one – but walk us through the backstory.

I left home at 15, abusive mother. Father who loved me but loved his relationship with God and duty to his word more than he thought it was necessary to protect me.

I’ve been on my own since, today: I’m an accomplished mma fighter, business man and person who protects children

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

Anthony Rowland is a combat sports athlete, coach, and fitness professional dedicated to helping people become stronger, more capable versions of themselves—both physically and mentally. Standing 5’10” and competing in mixed martial arts, Anthony has spent years immersed in the world of combat sports, strength training, and personal development. His work sits at the intersection of athletic performance, practical self-defense, and everyday fitness, with a mission centered on helping people push beyond perceived limits.

Anthony’s journey into the fitness and combat sports world began with a personal drive to challenge himself and develop real-world physical capability. Over time, that pursuit evolved into a professional path where he now trains, competes, and coaches others who want to improve their strength, conditioning, and fighting skills. His experience inside the gym and inside the cage gives him a unique perspective that blends athletic performance with practical application. Rather than focusing solely on aesthetics, Anthony’s philosophy emphasizes functional strength, resilience, and discipline—the same qualities required to perform under pressure in combat sports.

As a coach and fitness professional, Anthony works with a wide range of clients, from beginners looking to get in shape to athletes seeking to sharpen their performance. His services include boxing instruction, strength and conditioning coaching, MMA training, and self-defense education. He is also developing beginner-friendly boxing programs and structured fitness courses designed to make combat sports accessible to people who may feel intimidated walking into a traditional fight gym.

One area Anthony is particularly passionate about is helping people—especially women—build confidence through practical self-defense and strength training. He believes everyone should have the ability to protect themselves and move through the world with greater confidence. Through his coaching and programs, he focuses on teaching clear, practical skills that people can apply immediately, rather than overly complicated techniques that only work in theory.

Anthony also shares educational content online focused on boxing, strength training, and combat sports strategy. His content breaks down techniques, training methods, and mindset strategies in a way that both beginners and experienced athletes can understand. Whether it’s analyzing fight tactics, demonstrating boxing combinations, or explaining why strength training is essential for fighters, his goal is to make high-level training concepts accessible to everyday people.

What sets Anthony apart is that he lives the lifestyle he teaches. He trains intensely nearly every day—balancing strength training, sparring, wrestling, and conditioning as he prepares for competition. That firsthand experience allows him to speak authentically about the realities of training, recovery, discipline, and the mental challenges athletes face. His coaching is grounded not just in theory, but in the lessons learned through years of training and competition.

Despite the physical intensity of combat sports, Anthony’s broader philosophy is about growth and personal evolution. He believes fitness and martial arts are powerful tools for developing confidence, resilience, and self-mastery. For many of his clients, the biggest transformation isn’t just physical—it’s mental. Learning to push through difficult workouts, face fear in training, and steadily improve over time often translates into greater confidence in everyday life.

Among the things Anthony is most proud of is the impact he’s able to have on the people he trains. Seeing someone who once doubted themselves become stronger, more skilled, and more confident is one of the most rewarding aspects of his work. Whether it’s a client hitting their first boxing combination cleanly, completing a difficult workout, or gaining the confidence to step into a sparring session, those milestones matter.

Looking forward, Anthony is focused on expanding his reach through online programs, digital fitness courses, and educational content. By building structured training systems and beginner-friendly programs, he hopes to help more people around the world access the benefits of boxing, strength training, and self-defense—even if they don’t have access to a traditional fight gym.

At the core of Anthony Rowland’s brand is a simple philosophy: becoming “more than human.” It represents the idea that through discipline, training, and consistent effort, people can push beyond what they once believed was possible. Whether someone’s goal is to compete, get in shape, learn to defend themselves, or simply build confidence, Anthony’s work is built around helping them take that next step forward. 💪🥊

Where do you think you get most of your clients from?

Honestly, Google and word of mouth

Have any books or other resources had a big impact on you?

Robert Greene…check him out. You’ll thank me later

Contact Info:

• Website: https://Www.morethanhumanfit.buz
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachcore91?igsh=MXRwdWhvaTVxZ3Jibw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@morethanhuman2k?si=Nc_2fO6ZJ6FBofeW