Muay Thai Home Gym Essentials If you live in Thailand, finding your nearest Muay Thai gym should be easy. More than likely, you will have a choice of two or three Muay Thai gyms in walking distance. Run by rough veterans and ex champions, training up and coming professional fighters. But what if you live […]
What is the best sauna suit for Thai boxing? Let’s compare the Twins VSS-1 & Fairtex VS2 When it comes to cutting weight before a bout, fighters understand the importance of shedding those last few pounds. Meeting the strict weight requirements for competition often requires a last-minute, quick fix. Fighters go all out, pushing themselves […]
Top 4 Benefits Of Using Lace Up Boxing Gloves In Training Ever since John Douglas, the 9th Marquess of Queensberry set the modern rules of boxing, gloves have been essential. Before the Queensberry Rules, the sport was governed by the London Prize Rules. Under the London Rules, boxing gloves were not used. Since then they […]
Top King Super Focus Mitts vs Fairtex FMV9 Contoured Focus Mitts Comparison Buying a top-notch pair of focus mitts should be on every trainer’s list. Even if you are not a coach or a trainer, having some striking pads in your kit will always be an asset. Quality mitts are not only important to the […]
Bag Gloves for Boxing : What to look for? There are many ways to train a fighter. From Thai kick pads to focus mitts and sparring, there are many facets to creating a well rounded striker. A core training method in most combat sports, is working the heavy bag. Possibly the most punishing training method, […]
When embarking on a new activity, making sure you have the right equipment is first on most people’s minds. Muay Thai or Western boxing is no exception. First on most people’s list is boxing gloves. You could use the communal gloves at the gym but these gloves will usually be worn out or smell like […]
Fairtex Special Edition Muay Thai Shorts One of the most distinctive things about Muay Thai attire is the shorts. You don’t have to be a Muay Thai aficionado to recognise Thai boxing shorts when you see them. Their unique style is famous and transcends the boxing rings in Thailand. Far more colourful than the average […]
Muay Thai T-Shirts When we think about Muay Thai gear, our mind goes straight to gloves, shin guards and head gear. That protective equipment that shields you from cuts and bruises and broken bones. Or the equipment we use for target practice. Striking pads, heavy bags and kicking shields. Perhaps even the famously ostentatious Muay […]
Top Thai Boxing Gloves For 2022 So the year is almost done and it’s time to look at our favourite gloves for this year. We have some old favourites and some new comers to the party. Whether you are an old war-horse or a fresh faced beginner, there should be something here for you. Are […]
Cloth Shin Guards Vs Rigid Shin Guards For Muay Thai Anyone with a cursory familiarity with Muay Thai, knows about shin pads. One of the toughest things about Muay Thai is the punishment your shins take. It’s one thing using your shins as a weapon, but using your shins to block your opponent’s kicks, takes […]
Authentic Muay Thai Brands from Thailand When it comes to Muay Thai Brands, Thailand has the very best there is to offer. Thai manufacturers know the fight game; Muay Thai is deeply embedded in Thai culture and history. The history of these Thai brands and the style of their products, differ a great deal. Born […]
Get Creative with Striking Pads for Muay Thai: Speed, Power And The Delivery System There is a lot to consider when sharpening Muay Thai skills. Not all strikes are made equal and not all striking pads serve the same purpose. Are you honing that lightning fast jab or working on that powerful, fight ending leg […]
