Achieving Muay Thai Success with SMART Goals Posted on June 25, 2024June 27, 2024 By Angela Chang Muay Thai is dynamic – so much so that progress can’t be measured alone with physicality. One powerful tool fighters can use to elevate their game is setting SMART goals. This approach not only enhances your training but also provides a structured pathway to achieve your aspirations. Let’s dive into what SMART goals are, why they matter beyond the ring, and how they can be particularly transformative for Muay Thai practitioners.Pages: 1 2 Fighting and Training Muay Thai goal settingsmart goals
Fighting and Training Running for Muay Thai: The Benefits, Working Your Way Up to It & How To Prevent Injury Posted on March 17, 2021August 7, 2023There are many aspects to becoming more serious about Muay Thai that are non-negotiable to most coaches. The one that has been talked about by all, dreaded by many, yet tried-and-true, is running. At the top of the Muay Thai pyramid, professional fighters in Thailand do long runs every morning, and have been for decades. It seems like anyone who is to be taken seriously in the sport needs to run a lot, or, at the very least, is expected to at some point. Read More
Muay Thai Tipping in Muay Thai in Thailand: A Guide Posted on April 2, 2023January 2, 2025If you’re planning a trip to Thailand to train or compete in Muay Thai, you may be wondering about the etiquette surrounding tipping. And, more specifically, what is common courtesy within the Muay Thai community when it comes to tipping. Read More
Fighting and Training Balancing Fighting and a Full-time Office Job – Is it Possible? Posted on August 26, 2022August 9, 2025I have been living in Thailand now for 2.5 years. I’ve been working off and on during this time, part-time and full-time. I had some fight camps where I trained full-time too, so I have a good comparison between both worlds. Most fighters chose just to fight, and they often ask how I balance the two.I truly believe that you can have a career AND fight on a very high level. There are caveats, as well as limitations you should keep in mind, which I am happy to share. Read More