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
Muay Thai Gym Etiquette in Thailand Posted on August 2, 2021August 7, 2023Gym etiquette in Thailand’s Muay Thai camps can be different than what you’re used to. Some may even take you by surprise. The last thing you want to do is to come off rude by accident. Don’t worry, we all make mistakes. But the more knowledge you’re equipped with, the fewer mistakes you’ll make – especially the serious ones. Read More
Fighting and Training Fighting Against the Odds: Being a Foreigner Fighting a Thai in Thailand Posted on April 5, 2018August 7, 2023Whether or not you’re a fan of watching organized sports, how many times have you found yourself cheering for the team that represented your city or state? And during the Olympics, do you cheer for the country you’re from or the other team? Despite many not knowing everything (and some… Read More
Muay Thai The Importance of Taking Up Space as Women in Muay Thai Posted on July 2, 2023March 23, 2023As a woman in Muay Thai, it is important to recognize the barriers and challenges that women face in taking up space in the gym and in the presence of the sport as a whole. In this article, we will discuss the importance of women taking up space in Muay Thai, the impact of patriarchy and societal/cultural expectations, and some concrete steps women can take to overcome these challenges. (If you’re not a woman but would like to learn more about becoming an ally to women, it’s highly encouraged you read this article as well.) Read More