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 organizations you can consider checking out while betting on Betway. One Championship Formerly known as One FC or One fighting Championship, this Singapore-based MMA, kickboxing, and Muay Thai promotion is doing everything right. This top MMA organization was launched by entrepreneur Chatri … [Read 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% polyester and 8% elastane. They do not have that heavy cotton feel. The sweatpants are light and breathable. They dry quickly and repel moisture which is ideal for active individuals. The first thing I noticed about these sweatpants was the comfort. I immediately melted into them. The comfort level is ridiculous. The company obviously factored in the coziness and functionality. These sweats are super light and flexible. I feel like I’m naked when I’m wearing them. The joggers allow … [Read 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, MLB, NHL, and NFL. For instance, boxing is a decentralized sport where all the fights are negotiated, making it hard to have a definitive schedule to play your wagers around. The UFC also works similarly, with previous results determining a fighter’s future match. Despite the challenge, it’s easy for a punter to plan and use a solid betting strategy to be successful when betting on MMA fights, boxing and combat sports in general. Here's a comprehensive combat sports betting strategy … [Read 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 for self-defence. These days, martial arts training is more about harnessing physical and mental strength. Whether you’re doing it for fun, or competitively, your stamina, flexibility and fitness level will all improve. But what about non-training days? You want to maintain your fitness levels and focus on building your endurance and power. Finding the right exercises to complement your martial arts training is essential. Check out this list of 6 exercises to strengthen and condition muscles … [Read more...]
Fighter: The Chris Leben Story Full Documentary
After being diagnosed with a severe heart condition and forced into early retirement, UFC fighter Chris "The Crippler" Leben returned to the ring to battle Phil Baroni in the World Bare Knuckle Fighting Federation's first championship match on November 9. Fighting in the light heavyweight division, Leben defeated Baroni by first-round TKO. Leben's reputation as both a brawler and a Dionysian-level partier started on the inaugural season of The Ultimate Fighter reality show, and was maintained during his ten year career in the UFC. Fighter: The Chris Leben Story follows Leben as he makes his return to the ring to fight Baroni after a two year hiatus from fighting. In this three part … [Read more...]
Mentor-Protégé: Lineage and Loyalty in the Fight Game
How We All Met Standing 6 feet tall and weighing almost 100 kg, Sensei Abdullah Mohammad Hossain is stronger than the average person in Bangladesh. I met him in the summer of 2014 through Sawasdee Kamal Chowdhury (Dee) who hooked us up and invited me to explore the idea of designing and promoting a BJJ curriculum for Abdullah’s dojo, Knock Out Fight Studio (KOFS). It was during my encounter with Abdullah that I met Andy (not his real name). Andy was Abdullah’s protégé who was in his mid 20s and a fight enthusiast. Andy loved the idea of being a martial artist. The Mentor Abdullah is one of the owners, co-founder … [Read more...]