Muay Thai, or Thai Boxing, is one of the most exciting striking martial arts. It allows not only stand-up striking, but heavily incorporates fighting in the clinch. Elbows and knees are legal, and earned Muay Thai the nickname “art of eight limbs.”
Some of my most popular Muay Thai posts are:
- Muay Thai or Boxing – Which Style is More Effective?
- Muay Thai or Jiu Jitsu – Which Style is More Effective?
- 15 Muay Thai Heavy Bag Workouts You Should Try
- The 10 Best Muay Thai Fighters In MMA
- What to expect from your first Muay Thai class
Muay Thai Gear Guides
Muay Thai is a unique martial art, with some of the coolest gear around. Lots of Muay Thai brands make their gear in Thailand, which gives it an authentic feel.
Since Muay Thai gear is so unique, I put together The Ultimate Muay Thai Gear & Equipment Guide. Or if you’re looking for something specific, check out the guides below:
All of my Muay Thai Posts
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For …
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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 …
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This is a question that I’ve wanted to address for a long time. I often get asked “how long do boxing gloves last?” and there’s …
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I know how much of a struggle it can be to find quality Muay Thai gear online. I have personally been persuaded into buying a …
When I first started Muay Thai many years ago, I was always looking for ways to have harder and faster kicks and punches. I would …
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 know how tough it can be to find quality youth combat sports gear, especially when it comes to quality at a reasonable price. When …
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