Nutritional Tips For The Martial Arts Lifestyle
Living a martial arts lifestyle is not just about learning to fight and get ripped. Being able to live the life of a martial artist is also about knowing how…
Muay Thai Versus Tae Kwon Do: A Comparison
The martial arts of Muay Thai and Tae Kwon Do are two very different art forms with their own unique stories. In this article, we’re going to take a look…
Vasiliy Lomachenko: The Best Boxer Ever?
No one in boxing has made a statement quite like Vasiliy “The Matrix” Lomachenko has before. He is arguably the best boxer of this generation. With just 15 professional bouts under his belt, he has proven to be one of the most talented fighters in recent memory.
When he finishes his career, Vasiliy may just be the best boxer of all time. To make the argument that he is the best boxer ever, we’re going to break down The Matrix’s game. Everything from his mastery of footwork, precise punches, and mental training.
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Muay Thai Clinch Sweeps And Takedowns You Should Know
Muay Thai is known for having one of the best clinching games in the world of martial arts. You can punish your foe with brutal knees, punches, and elbows. But…
ESPN Releases Boxing Pound-For-Pound Ranking and First Is…
On March 9, 2020, ESPN released its new boxing pound-for-pound ranking. The fighters on the list coincide with the other four rankings distributed by The Ring magazine, Boxing Writers Association of America,…
How to Do Roundhouse Kicks of Various Martial Arts
In a previous article, I discussed the general stylistic differences between different martial arts when it comes to kicking. But I want to go further and discuss a specific kick---the…
What Is It Like Training Muay Thai In Thailand
In August 2019, I had the opportunity to visit Chiang Mai as part of my honeymoon travels. And of course, being a martial artist, I couldn't pass up the opportunity…
Double End Bags: How To Hit It Correctly
Hitting a double end (DE) bag requires a faster response time that hitting a heavy bag. That is why hitting a double end bag is invariably different than hitting a…
Scared of Sparring? Overcome Fear of Getting Hit
Getting hit is a common fear and it prevents a lot of people from progressing in martial arts. This is especially true in boxing, where the majority of people “head hunt.” But this is a fear that you have to get over in order to get better. Sparring is a necessity and ultimately what separates real martial arts and fake martial arts. So how do you get over your fear of getting hit? Here are some tips that have helped me get over my fear of getting hit. Continue Reading
Boxing After Shoulder Surgery (My Experience)
This article is a synopsis of my experience boxing again after shoulder surgery. Again, it is my personal experience. Your experience could be different but I hope that this article provides a rough roadmap of what to expect after shoulder surgery if you want to box (or do other martial arts) again.
My right shoulder has always been a little bothersome. However, a couple of years before my shoulder surgery was when it was really acting up. I don’t think the injury came from boxing but I can’t pinpoint what happened because I don’t ever remember a singular traumatic event. Continue Reading