Fighting and Training The Pros and Cons of Being a Professional Muay Thai Fighter Posted on March 6, 2023July 10, 2026 By Angela Chang For some, the love of Muay Thai runs so deep that they choose to pursue it as a career. However, like any profession, being a pro Muay Thai fighter has its pros and cons. Read more
Fighting and Training Does Muay Thai Really Teach Self-Defense? Posted on March 6, 2023July 10, 2026 By Angela Chang Muay Thai is a popular combat sport known for its striking techniques that involve the use of punches, kicks, elbows, and knees. It is often marketed as a martial art that can also teach self-defense skills. However, as someone who has trained and competed in Muay Thai, I can say with certainty that Muay Thai alone does not teach self-defense. And places that teach Muay Thai without incorporating aspects of self-defense should be frowned upon. Read more
Fighting and Training Creatine & Muay Thai: Everything You Need to Know Posted on September 29, 2022July 10, 2026 By Clyde Barretto What if you’re a fighter and need to cut weight for a competition? Should you still be taking creatine monohydrate? Read more
Fighting and Training Balancing Fighting and a Full-time Office Job – Is it Possible? Posted on August 26, 2022August 9, 2025 By Belen Bode I 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
Fighting and Training 5 Ways The Menstrual Cycle Affects Muay Thai Training Posted on March 7, 2022July 10, 2026 By Clyde Barretto Muay Thai is a vigorous activity. But for some, it can be even more tasking during their menstrual cycle. Some effects of the processes within the cycle may hinder athletic performance. It’s also quite possible that there are many that cope with the symptoms much better than their counterparts. Read more
Fighting and Training Trans Fighters in Muay Thai: the Who, the What, the How Posted on February 6, 2022February 4, 2022 By Angela Chang Thailand is well-known for gender reassignment surgeries for trans folks. And trans people are visible everywhere – they work as flight attendants, they are in the entertainment industry, they are making coffee in the malls, and they are fighting Muay Thai. Read more