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Fighting and Training

Starting Muay Thai? Here’s What Every Beginner (Especially Women) Should Know

Posted on By Angela Chang

Starting Muay Thai can feel like jumping into the deep end of a pool you can’t quite see the bottom of. The noise, the sweat, the sound of pads slapping and people yelling combos. In short, it can be intimidating. But it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re joining a gym for the first time or getting back into training after a long break, there are some simple ways to make the experience less overwhelming and more enjoyable, especially if you’re a woman entering a male-dominated space.

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Essential Gym Etiquette for Muay Thai: Unspoken Rules That Matter

Posted on By Angela Chang

Stepping into a Muay Thai gym for the first time (or 100th time) can be intimidating. The sweat, the sounds, the culture… it’s a whole world with its own rhythm. And while the formal rules telling you to take off your shoes before stepping onto the mats might be posted on the wall or explained by your coach, what really determines whether you thrive in this environment comes down to something much quieter: the unwritten rules.

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How to Beat a Muay Maat: Strategies for Fighting a Punch-Heavy Opponent

Posted on By Angela Chang

Different Muay Thai fighting styles require different strategies to counter them effectively. One of the most common aggressive styles, especially outside of Thailand, is the Muay Maat, a fighter who relies heavily on punches as the predominant part of their style. If you’re facing a muay maat in the ring, you need a game plan to neutralize their strengths while playing to your own.

Here are the best tactics to use when fighting a Muay Maat and how to maximize your chances of victory. While nothing will guarantee you to be knockout-proof, there are a few things you can work on in your training to better your chances against people who like to throw heavy punches and are good at it.

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A Guide to Fighting Muay Khao: Practical Tips to Overcome Knee Specialists

Posted on By Angela Chang

In the world of Muay Thai, each fighter brings their unique strengths and fighting style to the ring. One of the most challenging styles to face is that of the Muay Khao, or knee fighter. People with this fighting style are renowned for their dominance in the clinch, relentless forward pressure, and devastating knee strikes that can overwhelm even the most experienced opponents. Legends like Saenchai have lost to Muay Khao because they could not utilize their long-ranged weapons and gassed out from the pressure.

If you’re preparing for a match against a Muay Khao fighter, regularly sparring with one, or struggling to deal with the clinch in general, this guide will equip you with the tools and strategies you need to not only survive but thrive against this powerful fighting style.

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