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
Fighting and Training Embracing Failure to Learn Faster – Applying Huberman Lab’s findings to our own Muay Thai Journey Posted on March 16, 2023March 21, 2023 By Angela Chang I listened to recently called “Using Failures, Movement & Balance to Learn Faster.” The insights from the podcast are based on scientific research, and here is how I, a professional Muay Thai fighter, believe they can be applied to Muay Thai training to help you develop your skills faster. Read more
Fighting and Training How Long Does It Take to Get Good Enough to Fight Muay Thai? Posted on March 15, 2023August 7, 2023 By Angela Chang If you’re thinking of fighting one day, it’s natural to wonder how long it will take to get good enough to step into the ring. It’s a question that’s often asked, but the answer isn’t as straightforward as one might think. It’s not just a matter of putting in a certain number of hours or years of training. There are many factors to consider, and each person’s journey is unique. Read more