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
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Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic and the ensuing travel bans, the world of sports was crippled as leagues began canceling events.
However, UFC stood …
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Combat sports is an inherently dangerous activity. With thousands of fights taking place every year, injuries are an inevitability. And sadly, there have been many …
A multibillion-dollar enterprise, the Ultimate Fighting Championship is the most prominent Mixed Martial Arts organization in the world. As the UFC has become increasingly popular …
Let’s face it: height advantage is real in combat sports. Height may not be the most apparent indicator of strength, but it has a lot …
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Applied correctly, the rear-naked choke, or RNC, is the most devastating strangulation finish used in martial arts disciplines including MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
In fact, the …
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Valentina Shevchenko currently holds the title of the current UFC Women’s Flyweight Champion. The Peruvian-Kyrgistani athlete, born on March 7th, 1988, is a former Muay …
In UFC history, no fighter is responsible for creating more new UFC fans than Conor McGregor. McGregor is a true showman. Not only does he …
Tensions have always been high between the UFC and its roster of fighters. Unlike other sports leagues, where the profit sharing is closer to 50/50 …
I was talking to my friend Paul Chittenden about fighter pay and all of the craziness surrounding UFC salaries these days. Why does it seem …
For a sport as grueling and violent as mixed martial arts, you might be surprised to know that there are some absolutely stunningly beautiful women …
If you’ve ever wondered, “Do fighters wear cups?” here’s your answer: MMA fighters are required to wear cups as part of their standard uniform when …
Lethwei, the beautiful, brutal Burmese martial art, holds a certain mystique in the realm of combat sports. With its use of headbutts and lack of …
Everybody knows I love MMA, but I also really love me some kickboxing. Whether it be K1, Muay Thai, Glory, Bellator, or One FC, I …
The birth of MMA actually did not start with the first Ultimate Fighting Championship event. In Brazil, an early form of MMA had been going …
One of the most popular figures in all of MMA is longtime referee Herb Dean. If you’ve ever watched an MMA event, you definitely know …
One question that I commonly hear from casual MMA fans is, “Is Joe Rogan really good at martial arts?” Yes.
If you’ve been around the MMA …
The team behind BJJ Fanatics (one of the best Online Jiu Jitsu websites) has been hard at work on a new striking and MMA based …
Ever find yourself hopping on YouTube to look something quick up, and then two hours go by and you’re waist-deep in martial arts videos with …
Many people think that the most anticipated fight of the year is the UFC heavyweight trilogy fight between Daniel Cormier and towering Stipe Miocic. But …
Over the last few years, there has been a new format of Jiu Jitsu competition that quickly gained popularity: Combat Jiu Jitsu, or CJJ. Combat …
Whether you’re just rolling on the mats or getting ready for a competition, owning a pair of spats is essential for anyone training BJJ or …
Why is 145lbs considered a catchweight in professional boxing, but not in MMA? It has to do with how weight classes are set up in combat …
Thanks to stunt doubles and the power of special effects, every leading actor looks like they’ve got dynamite in their hands in a fight scene.
While …
If you’ve ever turned on a UFC event, you certainly haven’t missed the ringside presence of the organization’s famous Octagon Girls. These are my picks …
Some martial arts were designed to kill. No rules. No mercy. Lethal intent.
But which martial art is the deadliest? Considering that we’re talking about deadly force …
If you’ve ever trained with a strong boxer or Muay Thai striker, then you know just how dangerous and painful it can be to catch …
Sometimes there just aren’t any sparring partners around that you can work on your technique with. When there’s no-one nearby to practice with, using a …
Used all around the world in martial arts schools, the phrase “Oss!” is a signature greeting of combat sports. It’s particularly common to hear at …
Should transgender athletes be sanctioned to compete in MMA?
This is a divisive question that has stirred up fiery emotions in many of the sport’s biggest …
You’ve fired up the latest UFC and Bruce Buffer is announcing the fighters. Next, you hear him say: “Our referee for this contest is Mario …
Is Wing Chun a waste of time for MMA? Or could it be an underrated component of a well-rounded mixed martial arts game… While some athletes …
If you train martial arts, in particular BJJ or MMA, you’re probably well aware of the risk of skin infections like ringworm and staph. Getting …
Diet is one of the most important part of any training regimen, and yet it is often overlooked. Most people do not know much about …
As professional fighter Urijah Faber so eloquently put it, the purpose of an MMA fight is to simulate a death match – and, of course, …
Engage is a high-quality combat sports brand that is known for their exclusive designs and premium fight gear. I’ve used Engage gear multiple times in …
One of the most unique MMA fight gear brands you may have never heard of, Engage, is changing the way MMA fighters see their gear. …
There has never been more talent in the UFC than there is now, which is great for all of us MMA fans. All weight divisions …
If you’re in the market for some new MMA shorts, you’ve come to the right place. Today we’re going to talk about the 10 best …
As the sport of MMA is constantly evolving, so is the younger generation of MMA fighters who bring new excitement to the sport. 2019 looks …
So you want to train like a professional MMA fighter? Be careful what you wish for, it’s not as easy as it seems. It’s no …
As the sport of MMA becomes more and more popular, I’m continually asked whether Boxing or MMA is more effective when it comes to training, …
So you wanna be a MMA fighter? The road to MMA fame and fortune isn’t always as glamorous as it sounds. There are millions of …
The heavy bag you use is one of the most important tools in your combat sports training. No matter if you train Muay Thai, MMA, …
When you first start to train Muay Thai and MMA you quickly realize that shin guards are an essential requirement to properly train. Whether you …
How often should you spar? Should you even spar at all? This is a topic that I’ve wanted to touch base on for a long …
I get asked this question all the time by Boxers, Muay Thai, and MMA fighters. The honest answer is yes, you can hit a heavy …
With the recent trend in popularity among MMA, I continually get asked why such a dangerous sport is gaining notoriety. I go back and forth …
In the lead up to the Mayweather Vs. McGregor fight, many people pondered whether or not an MMA fighter could successfully fight in a professional …
After joining my first MMA gym, I quickly realized that I was going to need some sort of bag to carry all of my gear …
Anyone who has trained authentic Muay Thai knows how essential Thai pads are for Muay Thai training. Even MMA fighters are starting to incorporate Thai pads …
I get this question asked multiple times every month because it’s a concern of many people who sometimes feel that gym membership cost is too …
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I love the fresh smell of a new pair of boxing gloves. It doesn’t matter if you’re sparring in Boxing or Muay Thai, you’re going …
I want to start this out by saying that achieving a black belt in any Martial Art should be highly respectable no matter the length …
I know how tough it can be to find quality youth combat sports gear, especially when it comes to quality at a reasonable price. When …
I know it may seem obvious to most of you, but Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is one of the most beneficial things you can do …
This is one of the most debated topics when it comes to the ultimate MMA fighter. Many pundits will suggest that the best fighting style …
When you think of Muay Thai gear, you think of Twins Special. Twins have been a staple in the Muay Thai game for over 25 …
Before I started my martial arts journey I would constantly ask myself if it was already to late to start training. When you look at …
When I first decided to train Muay Thai and start my Martial Arts journey I had no idea what to expect. Looking back on that …
Looking for the best MMA gloves? Well you’ve come to the right place. With so many different types of MMA gloves to choose from it …
Ahh, the age old question of whether or not you need to wear hand wraps under your MMA/Boxing gloves. This is a question that almost …
If you train in any type of MMA, Muay Thai, or Boxing, one of the most important pieces of protective equipment you will use is …
How much money do MMA fighters make? For such a short and simple question, you might be surprised to learn that the answer is a …
With MMA, Boxing, and other combat sports like Muay Thai, there is always risks associated with absorbing punches and kicks to the head. There is …
The first time you start sparring can be super intimidating, especially when you don’t know what to expect. The unknown can be scary for many …
Although MMA fighters are alone in the octagon on fight night, it doesn’t mean they don’t have an entire team behind them. Most professional MMA …
So you’ve decided to build an MMA gym at home and don’t know where to start, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you can’t …
So you wanna start studying a martial art, but don’t know where to start. This might sound stupid to some people, however a true martial …
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