Made In Big Bear: Altitude Sessions

Siena Hermon: From Big Bear Trails to Elite Mountain Bike Competition

This week, we welcome Siena Hermon, a mountain biker from Big Bear who shows that champions are truly made here. Siena was born and raised in Big Bear Lake, riding the trails that helped her become one of the area’s top endurance athletes. Now, she races in some of the country’s toughest events, like the Grizzly 100 and Belgian Waffle Ride California. In this episode, Siena talks about how training at altitude gives her an edge, what it was like to grow up in a mountain biking family, and the mindset that helps her overcome challenges on and off the bike. Whether you’re a cyclist, love the outdoors, or are chasing your next big goal, Siena’s story reminds us that we grow when we keep moving forward. Watch now to see why champions are made in Big Bear. #MadeInBigBear #BigBearLake #VisitBigBear #MountainBiking #AltitudeTraining

Chito Vera & Jason Parillo on Training in Big Bear - Made in Big Bear: Altitude Sessions

UFC contender Marlon “Chito” Vera and legendary coach Jason Parillo join host Johnny Burnham to take us inside fight camp in Big Bear Lake. Why would a top 10 UFC fighter leave the comfort of his usual training environment and head to the mountains? In this episode, Chito breaks down his decision to train at altitude, what surprised him about Big Bear, and how the environment shapes both conditioning and mindset. Parillo shares what he looks for as a coach when choosing a camp location and why preparation at 6,752 feet can create a different kind of edge. In this episode of Made in Big Bear: Altitude Sessions, the conversation goes beyond fight strategy. Johnny, Chito, and Parillo explore: • Why elite fighters choose high-altitude environments • How mountain training sharpens endurance and mental toughness • The coach–fighter dynamic at the highest level of the UFC • Life after a title fight and the evolution of a contender • Family, legacy, and representing Ecuador on the world stage Why would they choose to train here? Because... Champions are Made in Big Bear. Start your path to victory at BigBear.com. #MadeInBigBear [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/madeinbigbear] #VisitBigBear [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/visitbigbear] #BigBearLake [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/bigbearlake] #ChampsionsAreMadeInBigBear [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/champsionsaremadeinbigbear]