Social media has become a significant part of the sporting landscape. But few, if any, professional sports match the level of interaction and personal access provided by MMA.

In an individual competition in which nearly every athlete is chasing the same goal of financial success and championship glory, it’s important for fighters to provide insight into their lives in order to connect with fans and gain followings.

Although the life of a fighter often can be mundane and repetitive, there still are moments of interest that take place outside the cage, ring or training room. Here are some of the most interesting of those occurrences from the past week.

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Cormier’s big day

How are you doing beautiful? Nice to see you lol. If I was that courageous I woulda walked up to salina the day I met her and not sent a friend. Well it worked out. I married the love of my life this weekend. Thanks salina for always being there for me and being the best mom I've ever seen. We love you @peechypie Mrs Cormier. #5/27/17

A post shared by Daniel "DC" Cormier (@dc_mma) on May 30, 2017 at 1:54pm PDT

Congrats to my brother @dc_mma on tying the knot today!

A post shared by "Bunch The Great" Shawn Bunch (@bunchthegreat) on May 27, 2017 at 11:06pm PDT

Congratulations to my guy @dc_mma on his wedding today. Couldn't be happier for him and his wife Salina.

A post shared by Daniel Rubenstein (@dannyrube) on May 27, 2017 at 5:55pm PDT

Weekly eats

Some baby backs on the @primoceramicgrills. One rack rubbed with @meatchurch honey hog and the other with their pecan rub. #delicious #bbq #bbqlife #bbqtime #bbqistheway #grilling #grillinout #lowandslow @learningtosmoke @grillinfools @bblummmmm @zillas_pit_bbq @dalbones_bbq

A post shared by Eliot Marshall (@firemarshall205) on May 28, 2017 at 4:10pm PDT

Dinner ???? ?????? #florida #miamibeach #??????? #???? #dinner #oleynik

A post shared by Alexey Oleynik (@alexeyoleynik1) on May 29, 2017 at 5:49pm PDT

Hoje não resisti, ?? tive que experimentar as deliciosas pizzas do meu amigo @thiago_castroh da @pprimedelivery #APROVADISSIMA e para facilitar mais ainda é só entrar no link abaixo e fazer seu pedido pelo site: Www.pizzaprimeonline.com.br ??????

A post shared by Rony `Jason´ Mariano (@ronyjasonoficial) on May 29, 2017 at 6:08pm PDT

Dinner time no @levin_bistro

A post shared by Rogerio Nogueira (@minotouromma) on May 31, 2017 at 6:05pm PDT

Memorial Day 2017

Honor & Remember #MemorialDay

A post shared by ufc (@ufc) on May 29, 2017 at 8:54am PDT

Ponies. Kids. Hot dogs. Pretty solid Memorial Day celebration. #MemorialDay

A post shared by Stipe Miocic (@stipemiocicufc) on May 29, 2017 at 11:18am PDT

Thank you to the Men and Women that sacrifice their lives every day so I may live free!

A post shared by Donald Cerrone (@cowboycerrone) on May 29, 2017 at 6:49am PDT

Our Flag does not fly because the wind blows it; It flies with the last breath of Every Soldier who died defending it. -Unknown. #memorialday

A post shared by Tecia Torres (@teciatorres) on May 29, 2017 at 6:59am PDT

Happy Memorial Day. God bless all who have served!

A post shared by Chase Sherman (@chase_sherman_ufc) on May 29, 2017 at 9:14am PDT

Land of the free, home of the brave. United we stand. Thank you for your support and great sacrifice. #memorialday @usarmy @usmarinesofficial @usnavy @usairforce @uscg I'm proud to be an American! ????

A post shared by titoortiz1999 (@titoortiz1999) on May 29, 2017 at 10:34am PDT

#Merica Land of the Free, Because of the Brave !! Thank you for your service ????

A post shared by Dennis Bermudez (@menacebermudez) on May 29, 2017 at 8:39am PDT

My girls saying a prayer for brave, the families of the brave, and the brave who gave their lives..we pray for you every day.. you are our heroes

A post shared by Johny Hendricks (@johnyhendricks) on May 29, 2017 at 9:36am PDT

Happy Memorial Day my friends. I tried to think of something to write here to thank the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice, but then I read my brother @andystumpf212's article in his bio and he wrote something far greater than anything I'm capable of putting down in words, so I humbly suggest you go there instead. Enjoy your life and hug and cherish the ones you love.

A post shared by Joe Rogan (@joerogan) on May 29, 2017 at 1:30pm PDT