Japanese students training at Chuwattana Gym, Bangkok, Thailand, 2009 Have you ever known you could have pushed just a little harder during training? Have you ever left the gym wondering why you even showed up? I suspect most of us have been there. For whichever reason(s), we experience days that disappoint, days we didn't realize our performance expectations, days where our general motivation … Read More
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Elite Sports Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi Review
This is my second Elite Sports Ultra Light Preshrunk White Gi and I love it because it is affordable, durable, and elegant. I’ve been rolling for two years at the best gym in the world, American Top Team headquarters in Coconut Creek Florida. Jiu Jitsu is the bread and butter of American Top Team so having the proper attire when stepping on the mats is paramount. Most people who had the … More
Born Tough Momentum Track Suit Jogger Review
These are great! I live in Florida and I prefer to work out in shorts. I rarely wear sweatpants, but the Born Tough sweatpants have opened my eyes to other options. These joggers were crafted with 92% … More
Voices of Nusantara: Interview with Benedictus Sukardi
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A Guide to Watching Muay Thai in Bangkok
Electric, rowdy and action-packed there is nothing quite as exciting as watching live Muay Thai fights in Bangkok. These legally sanctioned fights will give you an adrenaline rush and a wild, hair-raising experience you won’t forget anytime soon. While Muay Thai is a popular sport, it is also rooted in Thailand’s history and an essential part of the country’s culture. In our previous … More
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Upcoming Documentary With Pornsane Sitmonchai And Yodkhunpon Sitmonchai
The existence of MBSB is in part due to the support of Michael Galvin of Muay Thai Training Camps. It was Michael who introduced me to the specifics of creating a … More
Broken Bones And Losing Face: The Breaking Of My Hand In A Bangkok Muay Thai Gym
I try to force normal range of motion of the pinky finger of my left hand and so visits the memory of how it was lost. The reasoning behind the incident which led to the permanence of my … More
The Nomadic Life
Diary Of A 124 LB Fat Chick – My Experience With Fat Shaming In Thailand
I have a folder on my desktop that reads Diary Of A 124 LB Fat Chick. It's a piece I've been working on intermittently since arriving in North America from Thailand last year. The topic evokes a … More
Training Muay Thai In Thailand: Deciding How Long To Go
The following will only discuss the duration of your Muay Thai training in Thailand, not the totality of your time spent in Thailand. Should you decide to travel and train, please factor in … More