StairMaster Boxmaster with Base Review, Is it Worth It?
See that amazing device up above? Yeah. That's the StairMaster Boxmaster. Here's a video of someone lighting it up.A Look at the DeviceThe Stairmaster (formerly of Star Trac) BoxMaster comes…
How to Get Better at Muay Thai
Muay Thai is famously known as the art of the eight limbs. This recognition comes from the fact that it is a combat sport where its fighters attack each other…
Burglar Tries to Rob Fort Myers Jiu Jitsu Practitioner, Sweet Justice Ensues
A Fort Myers homeowner Brian Birch heard some rumbling in his garage so he went to check it out. Upon entering his own garage, he saw Ortiz, the buglar, carrying with his jackhammer and airgun case. Upon seeing Birch, Ortiz came up with the pathetic excuse saying the boss sent him back to get some things. Of course, Birch didn’t buy it. Next thing you know, Ortiz runs away and Birch chases after him, eventually subduing him until police came. (more…)
Joe Harding vs. Johan Segas Full Fight
So unless you have been living under a rock for the last week, you’ve seen the video of Joe Harding getting knocked out by Johan Segas after showboating for most of the fight. But if you haven’t seen the full fight, here it is. It was pretty much a very lopsided fight in Joe Harding’s favor up until the knockout. But watch for yourself and see. (more…)
Take Kickboxing or Muay Thai? Comparing The Two Arts
Kickboxing and muay thai (MT) are great martial arts for developing vicious striking skills. Kickboxing is a striking style that incorporates and blends various martial arts like karate, boxing, muay…
How to Get Better at Takedowns
The ability to take someone down is an essential aspect of many combat sports. This skill is also important for defending yourself in a street fight. A successful takedown or…
Should You Wear Headgear When Sparring?
Whether you decide to participate in a martial arts competition or not, sparring should be incorporated into your training. Sparring sessions are necessary because they are crucial to developing and…
The Most Effective Takedowns for a Street Fight
Street fights are dangerous situations that should be avoided if possible. The person disputing with you may have a weapon and it would not be wise to provoke them. However, if you encounter a situation where a street fight is inevitable and running away is not a viable option, knowing how to fight is highly beneficial. Additionally, being able to wrestle a person to the ground is an important skill in these types of scenarios because grappling grants you the ability to control and neutralize a person while minimizing the damage taken. This article describes multiple takedowns that would be effective in a street fight. (more…)
Should You Lift Weights If You Train Martial Arts?
A topic frequently discussed in the martial arts and the MMA community is whether a practitioner should lift weights. This article examines an assortment of strength training exercises and describes…