"I just cant wait to f****** hit someone."
Lewis Long hunches over the counter at the reception of his gym and pours us both a coffee. He's been keeping himself busy on the mats all day, but the last three months have clearly worn down his patience. His dog gets it in the neck on a couple of occasions for interrupting our hour-long chat, but he still just about musters up the effort needed to make everyone that walks through the door feel welcome.
It's a common dynamic for a new parent. The sleepless nights alone are enough to spark a slightly cranky streak. Then again, most new fathers aren't earning their crust by fighting in a cage for a living.
