A question we get a lot is whether Muay Thai is a good way to learn self-defense? While there are a lot of martial arts currently being practiced in the world, and all of them believe to be the best, objectively speaking, some are just superior. Both in regards to the martial art itself and…
Muay Thai fighters have to be in peak physical condition to be able to compete, and their diet is a big part of that. While there are no specific dietary requirements for Muay Thai fighters, they typically eat many protein-rich foods like chicken, fish, and eggs. They also consume plenty of vegetables and fruits to…
One of the main reasons why stretching is so crucial in Muay Thai is because it helps to improve your range of motion. This is crucial for Muay Thai practitioners as they need to be able to execute powerful strikes while still being able to move around quickly. Stretching also helps to prevent injuries by…
If you think about the martial arts of Judo, Karate, BJJ, and taekwondo, they all have a ranking system. To be more precise, they all have a belt system that indicates the rank of the practitioner or fighter. So now you are wondering, does Muay Thai have a ranking system also? The answer is NO;…
The teep or the push kick is a staple in the Art of the eight limbs. It is used as a sort of a jab to measure the distance between you and your opponent and to also keep your opponent as far away as you want. It can also help you set up a combination…
If you have ever watched a Muay Thai fight, you must have seen the fighters (Nak Muay) wear an armband or often two just above their biceps and a specific rope or cloth on their head. The armbands they wear are called Pra Jiad (sometimes Prajet or Prajioud), and they are of cultural significance to…