MMA, or mixed martial arts, is the ultimate combat sport. Fighters use techniques from boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and other martial arts to dominate their opponent.
Some of my most popular MMA posts are:
- How Much Money do MMA Fighters Make?
- The Best MMA Workout at Home
- How to Become a MMA Fighter
- What’s the Best Fighting Style for MMA?
- How to Build the Perfect MMA Gym at Home
MMA Gear Guides
When it comes to MMA, there is a wide variety of gear depending on your style of training. I’ve basically tried it all, and these are my top picks.
All of my MMA Posts
The 25 Richest UFC Fighters of All Time
A multibillion-dollar enterprise, the Ultimate Fighting Championship is the most prominent Mixed Martial Arts organization…
Is WWE Fake? Behind the Scenes of Pro Wrestling
I remember when I first watched WWE, I couldn’t help but wonder if it was…
The 5 Best Female MMA Fighters Of All Time
Women have been competing in the sport of mixed martial arts since 1997, but female…
The 5 Most Controversial Fighters In UFC History
Controversies are a part of life, but in the fight game, they reign supreme. With…
FightBooth.com is Now Part of TheMMAGuru.com
What up MMA fans! I’m writing this post with a mix of excitement and nerves….
Hasbulla Magomedov: Everything You Need to Know
Dagestani blogger Hasbulla Magomedov is the most popular person on the internet these days, especially…
The Best Mexican UFC Fighters in 2023
Hey, fellow martial arts fans! It’s The MMA Guru here, and today, we’re diving into…
The Most Boring Fights in UFC History
We all watch mixed martial arts because it’s super exciting. Fighters from different disciplines of…
The UFC’s 15 Hottest Octagon Girls
If you’ve ever turned on a UFC event, you certainly haven’t missed the ringside presence…
The Best Boxing Gloves for Sparring in 2023
Whether you’re trading blows in Boxing or Muay Thai, equipping yourself with a premium set…
The 15 Best Kickboxers of All Time
Everybody knows I love MMA, but I also really love me some kickboxing. Whether it…
13 Celebrities Who Are Surprisingly Good At Martial Arts
Thanks to stunt doubles and the power of special effects, every leading actor looks like…
Martyn Ford: The MASSIVE Actor and MMA Fighter
If you come across Martyn Ford in the street it would be hard not to…
Fred Mastro and the Mastro Defense system
Fred Mastro is a Belgian born self defense teacher. He is best known for being…
The Best Soaps for BJJ and MMA Training
If you train martial arts, in particular BJJ or MMA, you’re probably well aware of…
Is There Really A Mutual Combat Law in Washington?
Street fighting is something that should be avoided if possible. Usually even if you are…
How Long is a UFC Event?
With the rise in popularity of mixed martial arts, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has…
Journey Through Taekwondo Belts: Understanding The Ranking System
Did you know that the journey towards a black belt in Taekwondo requires an average…
KO vs TKO: What’s the Difference? (In Boxing and MMA)
In the world of combat sports, where every punch and kick holds the potential to…
The Ultimate UFC Gaming Experience: The Best MMA Games For All Platforms
In the vast realm of gaming, the ultimate UFC experience awaits enthusiasts as they step…
The Best Spats for BJJ and MMA
Whether you’re just rolling on the mats or getting ready for a competition, owning a…
Which Illegal Moves Are Banned In The UFC?
Amidst the chaos and excitement in an MMA fight, there are lines that cannot be…
Karate Belt System: Colors, Ranks, And Progression
In the world of karate, the belt system serves as a symbolic representation of a…
Who Owns the UFC? Learn About MMA’s Top Organization
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has grown from a niche combat sports event to a…
The Best MMA Home Workout
Look, I know we’ve all got that dream of becoming the next Anderson Silva or…
Can You Punch a Heavy Bag Without Gloves?
I get asked this question all the time by Boxers, Muay Thai, and MMA fighters:…
The 10 Best Heavy Bags for Boxing and Muay Thai
The heavy bag you use is one of the most important tools in your combat…
Which Martial Art Should I Learn First?
Are you interested in learning a martial art but unsure where to begin? Choosing the…
Which Black Belt Takes the Longest Time to Achieve?
I want to start this out by saying that achieving a black belt in any…
Fallon Fox: MMA’s First Transgender Athlete
Should transgender athletes be sanctioned to compete in MMA? This is a divisive question that…
Rear Naked Choke Breakdown: Submission and Defense
Applied correctly, the rear-naked choke, or RNC, is the most devastating strangulation finish used in…
UFC Weight Classes: 2023 Men’s and Women’s Divisions
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is the biggest mixed martial arts promotion in the world…
How Tall Are MMA Fighters? UFC Height Analysis by Division
Let’s face it: height advantage is real in combat sports. Height may not be the…
The Hottest Female UFC Fighters in 2023
For a sport as grueling and violent as mixed martial arts, you might be surprised…
Top 15 Deadliest Martial Arts in the World
Some martial arts were designed to kill. No rules. No mercy. Lethal intent. But which martial…
How Much Money do UFC Fighters Make in 2023?
In 2022, the average UFC fighter made $150,249. It’s important to note that this statistic…
UFC Fight Island: Here Are The Facts
Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic and the ensuing travel bans, the world of…
The Darce Choke: Technique and Famous Subs
Whether you practice mixed martial arts or are a UFC enthusiast, you’ve probably seen or…
The Best Cups for MMA, Muay Thai, and Boxing
Any man who has ever gotten a kick or knee to the groin will do…
The Best Floor Mats for BJJ and MMA
Want to train BJJ or MMA at home? Well, the first thing you’re going to…
Southpaw Fighters: Advantages and Disadvantages
I love watching southpaws (left handed fighters) trade blows. They’re some of the best and…
The Best Body Wipes for BJJ and MMA
Sometimes, I just don’t have time to shower after hitting the gym. But I really…
18 Tragic Deaths in the Ring: Boxing, MMA, and More
Combat sports is an inherently dangerous activity. With thousands of fights taking place every year,…
Iron Crotch Kung Fu: Everything You Need to Know
Have you ever heard of Iron Crotch Kung Fu? Neither had I, until a few…
The Best Wing Chun Wooden Stick Dummies
The wooden dummy, also known as the Mook Yan Jong, helps students of Wing Chung…
How to Maximize Your Earnings as an MMA Fighter
I was talking to my friend Paul Chittenden about fighter pay and all of the…
MMA Fighters vs The UFC: Revenue Share and Lawsuits
Tensions have always been high between the UFC and its roster of fighters. Unlike other…
Fighter Spotlight: Valentina Shevchenko
Valentina Shevchenko currently holds the title of the current UFC Women’s Flyweight Champion. The Peruvian-Kyrgistani…
Conor McGregor: Fighter Spotlight
In UFC history, no fighter is responsible for creating more new UFC fans than Conor…
Lethwei: The Brutal Burmese Martial Art
Lethwei, the beautiful, brutal Burmese martial art, holds a certain mystique in the realm of…
Do UFC Fighters Wear Cups?
If you’ve ever wondered, “Do fighters wear cups?” here’s your answer: MMA fighters are required…
Vale Tudo, The Predecessor to MMA
The birth of MMA actually did not start with the first Ultimate Fighting Championship event….
Trump vs Biden: Who Would Win in an MMA Fight?
Many people think that the most anticipated fight of the year is the UFC heavyweight…
Pekiti Tirsia Kali: The Deadly Filipino Martial Art
Ever find yourself hopping on YouTube to look something quick up, and then two hours…
Dynamic Striking: Boxing and Muay Thai Videos from the Pros
The team behind BJJ Fanatics (one of the best Online Jiu Jitsu websites) has been…
Is Joe Rogan Good at Martial Arts?
One question that I commonly hear from casual MMA fans is, “Is Joe Rogan really…
Herb Dean: All About the Legendary MMA Ref
One of the most popular figures in all of MMA is longtime referee Herb Dean….
What is a “Catchweight” Boxing or MMA Fight?
Why is 145lbs considered a catchweight in professional boxing, but not in MMA? It has to…
Combat Jiu Jitsu: Everything You Need to Know
Over the last few years, there has been a new format of Jiu Jitsu competition…
The Best Focus Mitts for Boxing, Muay Thai, and MMA
If you’ve ever trained with a strong boxer or Muay Thai striker, then you know…
The Best Grappling Dummies for BJJ and MMA
Sometimes there just aren’t any sparring partners around that you can work on your technique…
What does “Oss” Mean?
Used all around the world in martial arts schools, the phrase “Oss!” is a signature…
Engage E-Series: Affordable Fight Gear for Beginners
Engage is a high-quality combat sports brand that is known for their exclusive designs and…
Mario Yamasaki (UFC Referee): Genius, or Lunatic?
You’ve fired up the latest UFC and Bruce Buffer is announcing the fighters. Next, you…
Is Wing Chun Effective in MMA?
Is Wing Chun a waste of time for MMA? Or could it be an underrated…
How do MMA Judges Score Fights?
As professional fighter Urijah Faber so eloquently put it, the purpose of an MMA fight…
How to Eat like a Professional Fighter
Diet is one of the most important part of any training regimen, and yet it…
The MMA Gear Worn by UFC Fighters and Champions
One of the most unique MMA fight gear brands you may have never heard of,…
Ranking the UFC’s Toughest Weight Divisions (2019)
There has never been more talent in the UFC than there is now, which is…
The Best MMA Shorts: Top 10 Buyer’s Guide (2020)
If you’re in the market for some new MMA shorts, you’ve come to the right…
10 Future MMA Superstars to Watch in 2019
As the sport of MMA is constantly evolving, so is the younger generation of MMA…
How to Become a MMA Fighter
So you wanna be a MMA fighter? The road to MMA fame and fortune isn’t…
Is Boxing or MMA More Dangerous?
With the recent trend in popularity among MMA, I continually get asked why such a…
The Best Shin Guards for Muay Thai and MMA (2020)
When you first start to train Muay Thai and MMA you quickly realize that shin…
MMA or Boxing – Which Style is More Effective?
As the sport of MMA becomes more and more popular, I’m continually asked whether Boxing…
The 10 Best Boxers in MMA Today
In the lead up to the Mayweather Vs. McGregor fight, many people pondered whether or…
How to Train Like a Professional MMA Fighter
So you want to train like a professional MMA fighter? Be careful what you wish…
Guide to Sparring in MMA, Boxing, and Muay Thai
How often should you spar? Should you even spar at all? This is a topic…
How Much Do MMA/BJJ Gym Memberships Cost?
I get this question asked multiple times every month because it’s a concern of many…
The Best Muay Thai Training Pads (2020)
Anyone who has trained authentic Muay Thai knows how essential Thai pads are for Muay…
The 10 Best Muay Thai Fighters In MMA
If you know anything about Mixed Martial Arts, you also know that having good Muay…
Who Has The Best Jiu Jitsu In The UFC Today?
Ever since the very beginning, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has been an integral part of the…
What is the Best Martial Art for Women’s Self Defense?
Hey all! The MMA Guru here – I’m going to hand this post over to…
The 10 Best Gym Bags for MMA, BJJ and Muay Thai
After joining my first MMA gym, I quickly realized that I was going to need…
Is MMA Good for Self Defense?
I know it may seem obvious to most of you, but Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)…
What’s the Best Fighting Style for MMA?
This is one of the most debated topics when it comes to the ultimate MMA…
Top 10 Best Youth Boxing Gloves for Beginners
I know how tough it can be to find quality youth combat sports gear, especially…
What’s The Best Age to Practice Martial Arts?
Before I started my martial arts journey I would constantly ask myself if it was…
Do You Need to Wear Hand Wraps for MMA and Boxing?
Ahh, the age old question of whether or not you need to wear hand wraps…
Twins Special Boxing Gloves Review
When you think of Muay Thai gear, you think of Twins Special. Twins have been…
The Best MMA Gloves – Top 10 Gear Guide (2020)
Looking for the best MMA gloves? Well you’ve come to the right place. With so…
10 Reasons Why You Should Study Martial Arts
When I first decided to train Muay Thai and start my Martial Arts journey I…
The Best MMA Gyms in The World
Although MMA fighters are alone in the octagon on fight night, it doesn’t mean they…
When Should a Beginner Start Sparring in Muay Thai?
The first time you start sparring can be super intimidating, especially when you don’t know…
Ultimate Guide to the Best MMA and Boxing Headgear
With MMA, Boxing, and other combat sports like Muay Thai, there is always risks associated…
Best Mouthguards for MMA, Boxing, and Muay Thai
If you train in any type of MMA, Muay Thai, or Boxing, one of the…
How to Build the Perfect MMA Gym at Home
So you’ve decided to build an MMA gym at home and don’t know where to…
Who Is Abdu Rozik?
Have you ever heard of a 19-year-old who’s made a name for himself as the…
Who Is Echo Charles?
Echo Charles is a media personality who has risen to fame thanks to his work…