Join me as I time-travel through Muay Thai history, from the origins to the modern era of the sport. Who invented Muay Thai? And where or what did Muay Thai originate from? You will find the answers here. What is Muay Thai? Muay Thai (Thai: มวยไทย) is the national sport of Thailand. Muay (มวย) means …
“Other definitions exist, but all agree that silat cannot exist without pentjak; pentjak without silat is purposeless.” -Donn F. Draeger1 Smack! I can still remember the sound of the impact ten years later. A student’s hand impacting the sweat-slick tile to break their fall, followed by the collapse of their body into the hard ceramic …
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Muay Thai popularly known as Thai Boxing ranges back to the oldest cultural practice in Thailand and is thus, the national sport of the country. Traditionally this sport comprised of dangerous fighting methods such as headbutts; however, over time Thai boxing has evolved by incorporating safer means of practice. The game comprises of 5 rounds, …
The popularity of Muay Thai has skyrocketed since the beginning of the 21st century, particularly in the last decade. One of the many reasons for its acceptance across the globe is the fact that it is a comprehensive mind-body workout that offers immense health benefits. Muay Thai is a national sport of Thailand which is …
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If you haven’t heard of Authentic Mixed Martial Arts (AMMA) promotion, it’s time to sit up and take notice. Headed by CEO, Amidou Mezidi, AMMA is a new fight promotion that is set to kickstart a series of star-studded cards this year. The French promoter has produced a number of world-class shows in the past …
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When it comes to fighting, you will win, and you will lose. Unless you are in the sport of Boxing, where promoters pick and choose opponents to ensure that fighters maintain perfect records, you are going to suffer losses. If you follow fighters on social media, you will notice many of them always give themselves …
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Thailand is home to many of the world’s best Muay Thai fighters. The art of the eight limbs is a national treasure, with a tradition that dates back to ancient Thai history. Now it is one of the world’s most popular combat sports. More than that it is a way of life for the country’s …
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When it comes to Muay Thai style, having the right t-shirt can showcase your passion for the sport. For those of you that are looking to find a good t-shirt for training or casual wear outside of the gym, we have you covered. MTP Fight Gear has come out with a number of different Muay …
Muay Thai Camp Led by a True Champion Rami IbrahimFight Record156 Wins – 27 Losses – 5 Draws – 46 KOSMultiple Championships My name is Rami Ibrahim. I am originally from Silwad, Palestine, now living in Philadelphia, PA USA. Since 1992, the fight world has given me many fight nicknames such as as “Cinderella Man”, aka …