If you have ever watched combat sports such as Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), boxing, and kickboxing, chances are that you have heard terms like technical knockout and knockout. However, it might be challenging to grasp what the fans are referring to when such terminologies are used, especially if you’re new to the MMA world. You
Kenpo is one of the various styles of martial arts that originated in Asia during the region’s long and illustrious history. Both Chinese and Japanese styles of martial arts contributed to its development. In contemporary times, however, it is more commonly associated with the martial art of Karate. The many different styles emerged later on.
Deadliest Martial Arts: which ones are the most lethal, and why? If you’re looking for self-defense or want to take up a new martial art, this is the blog post for you. From ancient Chinese Kung Fu to modern Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), let’s explore the world of martial arts and find out which forms
You’ve probably watched a martial arts movie and seen actors using various weapons. Would you like to know more about these weapons and how to use them? Keep reading to discover more. Though you might not apply the techniques of using various weapons in real-life situations, learning about them is super beneficial. The knowledge improves
The UFC is the leading mixed martial arts organization in the world by far, and as time passed by the popularity of the sport also increased with more people interested in MMA now than ever. Today, the UFC has over 650 active fighters on their rosters and hosts over 40 events a year. As the
Taekwondo is one of the most practiced martial arts in the world, yet people are still confused about how the Taekwondo belt system works. What makes it confusing about the belt system is that it’s very different to other traditional martial arts. So in this piece I’ll break down everything to do with Taekwondo. What
The martial arts belting system can be traced back to Kano Jigoro, the founder of Judo. The belts, or obi as they were known in Japan, were much thicker back then, and only consisted of two colors: black and white. It was his student, Mitsuyo (later Otavio) Maeda, that traveled to Brazil in 1914 and
The elbow strike is one of the most effective and practical weapons from a self defense perspective. For this reason, it is used in some martial arts like Muay Thai, Krav Maga, and Lethwei. However, not all martial arts agree in the effectiveness of the elbows, at least from a sporting perspective. In fact, they
The suplex is one of the most exciting but dangerous moves in wrestling. It is an offensive move, allowed in both amateur and professional circuits. It involves flipping an opponent over the head, and onto their back. They can be performed from all angles, but the most common are either a ‘front facelock’ or ‘belly
Whether you are a novice or a professional, choosing a suitable martial arts gym deserves time and proper consideration. It’s all too easy to rush a sign-up based purely on location, price, or to train with a famed coach or athlete. While there are advantages to considering either or all of these factors, choosing a
What could possibly be more embarrassing than getting punched in your face and knocked out on camera? Especially in a street fight, which more than likely will go viral on the internet for the entire world to see. The internet is a permanent place, and these captured moments live on forever. However, what if you
Also known as the “Sweet Science” boxing is the most popular fighting style in the world. And many people consider a boxing match to be the purest form of fighting. A very few sports can match the level of a thrill behind every boxing fight. Over the years, there have been many great moments that came
The ‘Golden Era’ of Muay Thai existed from the 1980’s to the mid 90’s and is considered the pinnacle of the sport. This fifteen year period exhibited Thailand’s best and most revered fighters. It is said that the quality of fights and athletes has never again been able to reach the same heights. We still
Pad Holding is an art in itself. It’s a skill that requires confidence, speed, spatial awareness and strong communication skills. It’s an essential component in the repertoire of a Martial Artist and many sports incorporate pads as an indispensable part of the curriculum. The type of pad will vary from sport to sport. Thaiboxing uses
Over a billion people use Instagram every month with over 500 million active users daily. It is consistently one the biggest social media platforms to date however it is not without its criticisms and scrutiny. It has been found to have negative effects on mental health contributing to depression and anxiety as well as loneliness
Muay Thai, the national sport of Thailand, is an ancient martial art form that is derived from a form of hand to hand combat used by the first Thai army. It is also known as ‘the art of eight limbs’ as the hands, elbows, knees and shins are used to replace fallen weapons on the