When Zuffa swallowed Pride in 2007, Asian MMA took a great hit, and it seemed like the days of glory were over. However, for the last few years, the Asian MMA scene has exploded with incredible new promotions popping right, left, and center. Today, several organizations like China’s Legend FC and Thailand’s Dare are growing at a steady pace. Here’s a list of the top Asian MMA … 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 … 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
“Other definitions exist, but all agree that silat cannot exist without pentjak; pentjak without silat is purposeless.” -Donn F. Draeger1 Smack! I can still remember the sound of the impact ten years later. A student’s hand impacting the sweat-slick tile to break their fall, followed by the collapse of their body into the hard ceramic and an enthusiastic “ya!” from the instructor. Next it was … More
How To Bet On Combat Sports? The Ultimate Strategy Guide
In general, betting on sports is both fun and entertaining, no matter the game you choose. However, betting on combat sports is a bit different from other team sports in top leagues like the EPL, NBA, … More
6 Exercises to Strengthen and Condition Muscles for Martial Arts
Ever since the gravity-defying moves of Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan hit the big screen, many of us have developed a fascination for martial arts. Martial arts originally emerged out of a necessity … More
10 Ways to Make Time to Workout
It sometimes feels impossible to make time to workout. This isn't just about Muay Thai or Martial Arts training, this is about any sort of training, aka the stuff you could have done when you didn't have time to make it to a proper class. You know how it is, you skip one day, then another, then it's been a few weeks since you made it to a class or off your couch. Obligations, in addition to stress … More
The Martial Life
Muay Thai Fight: Lekla Sit Songsompong vs. Kaichon Simpayam, Kru Meung, Buriram
Living in Buriram for over two years, I've watched a lot of children step into the ring to fight. It's fairly standard. Buriram is one of the many areas where a number of great … More
Chris “THE POLISH PUNISHER” Kwiatkowski Training At Lookchaomaesaithong Sit Namkabuan Gym
American nak muay Chris Kwiatkowski preparing with trainer Kru Namkabuan Ratchapeutcafe (5 Panang) for his first fight of the year. A few days later, on January 14, Chris won by … More
The Nomadic Life
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
Interview With Muay Thai Manager Roberto Gallo Cassarino Of Muay Farang
In a previous interview WBC Muay Thai champion Mathias Gallo Cassarino discussed his muay thai career and his recent WBC title win. Today, his father and muay thai manager, Italian … More