Conor McGregor is bigger than ever, and shows marks from his cupping treatment before the UFC return

CONOR MCGREGOR is bigger than ever, as he prepares for a UFC Return later in the year.

Since breaking his leg at UFC 264 last July, The Notorious has been out inactive.


Conor McGregor is bigger than ever, and shows marks from his cupping treatment before the UFC return
Conor McGregor lifts weights at the gym

Conor McGregor is bigger than ever, and shows marks from his cupping treatment before the UFC return
As he works, The Notorious smiles

However, his long absence hasn’t made him lose shape. In fact, it has had the exact opposite effect.

McGregor, 33 years old, has bulging biceps after working out hard during his injury layoff.

Today, the Irishman shared photos and videos of himself exercising on social media.

He can be seen doing a few pull-ups in one clip and lifting weights in another.

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McGregor shared a photo of himself smiling cheekily, clearly enjoying his hard work.

He wrote, "Proper power training!" alongside his snaps. God bless my @tidlsport recovery gel to be pain-free! Keep pushing team
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McGregor is seen in the video with his cupping marks.

Cupping is a treatment many athletes opt for to eliminate toxins.

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Conor McGregor is bigger than ever, and shows marks from his cupping treatment before the UFC return
McGregor's cupping marks can be seen on his arms

This treatment aids in physical recovery by relieving pain and decreasing inflammation.

It is particularly helpful in relieving joint and muscular pains and speeds up the recovery of soft tissues.

It is believed that it is cursed by some fight fans, but this belief was based on the fact that many stars have lost their bouts following cupping.

Amir Khan, who lost to Kell Brook recently, and Derrick Lewis, who was brutally KOed by Tai Tuivasa are two examples of such fighters.

McGregor's next opponent is not yet known.

Chael Sonnen has urged him to confront Jorge Masvidal.

McGregor was recently embroiled in an online dispute with Henry Cejudo, a former UFC champion at two-weight.

On social media, he called Cejudo a "fat midget novice"


Conor McGregor is bigger than ever, and shows marks from his cupping treatment before the UFC return
The Irishman hopes to be back in action by the end of this year