In Muay Thai composure is everything, it is so important because of the many vicious strikes allowed in Muay Thai, any little mistake and your health or fight can be in danger. Knees, elbows, shins, Punches all of those are weapons available...

The roundhouse kick is probably the most iconic kick in existence. It’s the kick that you see the most in movies, TV shows, video games and even in actual martial arts competitions. The roundhouse kick is popular for a reason, it’s so effective...

The jab is one of the most commonly used punches in most striking disciplines. It requires the shortest distance, can be used to cause damage, or as a way to get into the pocket to land additional strikes. With that being said, making...

While there are a lot of fighters that utilize knees and elbows, there are no other fighters who are better at it than Muay Thai fighters. Knees especially are used a ton by Muay Thai fighters, especially the ones who grew up training...

When MMA first came about, at least in North America, it was really all about matching up styles to see which one is the most effective. People then began to realize pretty quickly that the best way to fight was to mix all...

Low kicks are becoming more and more popular in MMA, especially when it comes to calf kicks. We are just now realizing the damaging effects that calf kicks can have on a fighter in MMA. For a while, most people only threw low...

Mixed martial arts has brought a new idea to fighting - mixing the different disciplines to create a unique style for every fighter. Although it wasn’t always this way, in the beginning, the idea was to check which martial art worked best by...

A lot of newer fighters think that they can just walk forwards and that will be enough to put them into range. This might work if you're facing someone who is new or if you have a physical advantage over your opponents. However...

  They say the best defense is a good offense and there are few better defensive moves to counter your opponent and cause damage like the tried and true catch and pitch.  The catch and pitch technique is one of the most important...

If you want to get your striking game better, you have to know how to shake a punching bag. Not only will bag work help the everyday striker develop their skills and build stamina, but it also can help a fighter’s footwork if...

  When dealing with MMA or other combat sports, understanding the distance between you and your opponent is crucial. Often fighters will throw punches or kicks that really have little bearing on controlling the space. Understanding deeper concepts that lull fighters into positions...

Fighting on the inside can be pretty dangerous and nerve wracking. The thing about it is that if you’re fighting on the inside not so intelligently, you will probably just be landing on your opponent’s arms rather than the body or the head. ...

Clinch work in combat sports is a formidable weapon if you know how to properly use it. Throwing strikes like knees and elbows can be a devastating attack when you have your opponent tied up in the clinch. Knowing how to properly utilize...

Take A Look At Some Of These Great Options For Striking While Inside Your Opponents Closed Guard And Control The Pace Of The Fight With Jared Gordon. Jiu Jitsu and striking arts on their own comprise so many different techniques for so many...

Everyone loves to see fancy footwork and the only people that like it more than fans are fighters themselves. The first reason that fighters like to do fancy footwork so much is simple, it’s just really fun. It can also help break up...

  The low kick is one of those moves that is seen in every fight but doesn’t get enough credit for its importance, the ability to throw low kicks and not just for show but truly hurt your opponent, again and again, is...

Footwork is the foundation that your entire fighting style is built on, whether you know it or not. Even if you see yourself as a more straightforward fighter who likes to pressure forward and close the gap between themselves and the opponent, the...

As a striker it is important to develop the skills needed to block and counter kicks. You can effectively increase your chances of landing combinations by utilizing good countering setups, using the right techniques will often lead to more accurate and efficient strikes....

The uppercut is one of the signatures moves in boxing, and the blow appears in almost every boxing display; whether it is - boxing games, illustrations, or even movies, the uppercut is shown as the mighty strike that can finish every fight with...

  In MMA in general and especially in Muay Thai, knees to the body happen frequently and are effective. Whether they are from the clinch or just right up the middle, they have the potential to cause an immense amount of damage and...