From Physical: Asia to Global Training: the Rapid Rise of Jang Eun-Sil
That technical evolution quickly expanded into regional training partnerships. In late 2025, Jang landed in Pampanga, Philippines, reuniting with fellow Physical: Asia cast members. The gathering brought together former UFC competitor Mark “Mugen” Striegl and elite Filipino CrossFit athlete Lara Liwanag.
Striegl, a seasoned mixed martial artist known for his submission grappling, joined Liwanag and Jang for intensive conditioning rounds that blended functional strength circuits with wrestling exchanges. Video dispatches and local reports from Pampanga showcased the trio working through brutal anaerobic sprints and ground control drills. Striegl shared technical nuances of cage wrestling and control against barriers, while Jang demonstrated high-amplitude freestyle throws. This informal camp underscored how international sports franchises now generate genuine training pipelines, breaking down geographic barriers between Asian combat athletes.
