Fighting and Training The Power of Self-Fulfilling Prophecy in Muay Thai Posted on April 6, 2023March 28, 2023 By Angela Chang Have you ever heard of the self-fulfilling prophecy? It’s the idea that our beliefs about ourselves and our abilities can actually become true simply because we believe them to be. We subconsciously take small actions to go towards this belief. Read more
Muay Thai Tipping in Muay Thai in Thailand: A Guide Posted on April 2, 2023January 2, 2025 By Angela Chang If 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 The Importance of All-Women Spaces in Muay Thai (and Beyond) Posted on March 29, 2023March 29, 2023 By Angela Chang While women have been practicing Muay Thai for decades, the sport has only recently begun to shift away from the male-dominated culture that has traditionally surrounded it. One of the ways this shift has occurred is through the creation of all-women spaces within the Muay Thai community. Read more
Fighting and Training How To Prepare for Thailand’s High Volume Training Posted on March 24, 2023October 27, 2024 By Angela Chang Running, followed by three hours a session, two sessions a day, six days a week. Rinse and repeat.This training regimen is more than double, sometimes even quadruple, the amount of what people are used to. Due to the structure of Muay Thai classes and lifestyle outside of Thailand, a majority of people just can’t dedicate that much time to training when they’re in their home country. Read more
Fighting and Training Managing Post-Competition Blues as a Muay Thai Fighter Posted on March 22, 2023March 22, 2023 By Angela Chang What happens after a fight? Many fighters experience a sense of emptiness, loss, and even depression known as “post-competition blues.” This phenomenon is not just limited to Muay Thai fighters, but it can affect athletes in all sports. In this article, we will explore the science behind post-competition depression and how to deal with it. Read more
Fighting and Training So You Don’t Like To Run. Or You Can’t. Here Are 5 Alternatives. Posted on March 21, 2023March 21, 2023 By Angela Chang Muay Thai is an intense and physically demanding martial art that requires a high level of cardiovascular fitness. And of course, if you want to survive someone trying to take your head off in the ring, you need elite-level conditioning. Running is often considered an integral part of Muay Thai training, as it helps to build endurance, stamina, and overall cardiovascular fitness – all important aspects to level up in Muay Thai. However, not everyone can run due to body issues, injuries, or joint pain. Fortunately, there are plenty of alternatives to running that can still provide a great cardiovascular workout and help you improve your Muay Thai performance. Read more