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Muay Thai is one of the top contact sports in the world. It involves strength, technique, discipline, speed, and endurance. Being able to deliver the right blows with the right amount of power and precision could be the difference between a fighter being knocked out and his opponent taking the win. In order to deliver the perfect knockout blow, you have to first know the knockout moves. In the ring, you have to know to think on your feet (literally), using creativity and training to overcome your opponent.  These fighters were able to do just that and ultimately win the...

One of the things that Muay Thai athletes enjoy about the sport is the range of training exercises. The main aim of Muay Thai exercises are to keep your body strong, your kicks and punches fast and sharp, and get your heart rate going. Some of these exercises include jump rope, sparring, punching and sprinting, sit-ups and punch-block-kick combos with a heavy bag.  Using a heavy bag can seem intimidating to a beginner, especially if they don't have much previous experience.  What are the benefits of using a heavy bag? Incorporating a heavy bag into your Muay Thai training is...

There are many combat sports out there, and each has its own set of rules, techniques, and benefits. And while they may all have their similarities, their differences make them unique and identifiable. Oftentimes, people may confuse them or think of them as the same thing. Two such combat sports are Kickboxing and Muay Thai.  What is kickboxing? Kickboxing is a striking style of combat sport that involves kicking and punching your opponent. It is often used as an umbrella term to describe a range of martial arts and combat sport fighting styles. Kickboxing is a stand-up fighting style, which...

Muay Thai, or the art of eight limbs, is one of the best martial arts to learn for self-defense. It’s called the art of eight limbs because you use your fists, elbows, knees, and shins during combat. Since you’re essentially using your entire body during Muay Thai training, It’s a great way to stay fit. You need to do a wide range of exercises. Sadly, you may not be able to work out at a formal gym for a wide range of reasons.  Don’t worry – we have your back. Here are some basic Muay Thai exercises you can do...

If you're going to train in Muay Thai, you need to wear the proper shorts. While many combat sports may appear identical, there are many variables that need slightly different garment designs — for example, flexibility, grappling, or just cultural heritage. Given that Muay Thai is a sport that switches rapidly between striking and grappling (in the form of clinching and catching kicks, for example), having any loose clothing increases the likelihood of getting caught on clothing or of competitors using clothing to gain an advantage in a fight with other competitors. As a result, heavy clothing like Gis and...