The jab is arguably the most important yet underrated punch in boxing. The jab does everything – it can distract your opponent, dictate the pace, stun, and set up combinations. It can control range, feint,…
In Muay Thai, fights are often won in the gym. When you put in the right level of work and preparation, it will all pay off inside the ring.Of course, that isn’t always the truth….
In boxing, no means of attack is quite as effective as the trusty jab.It’s a simple strike to perform and it opens the door for further shots, making it the most important punch in a…
It would be borderline impossible to name a group of martial artists generating more excitement in the modern martial arts scene than the association of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners known as the Danaher Death Squad. Named…
Numerous battles are fought by every fighter prior to stepping into the ropes. From pushing through hard training sessions to conditioning one’s self to the best physical shape possible, the life of a fighter demands…
For anyone embarking on their first day of training on the mat, you should keep a few things in mind. First of all, congratulations on deciding to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) in the first…
“Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.” – Muhammad AliIf ever there was an expression and an example to emphasize the importance of good footwork in boxing, it is this.Footwork is arguably the most…
Apart from all the massive MMA fights going on (yep, we’re talking about ONE: Enter The Dragon in Singapore on 17 May), there’s no doubt that martial arts fans have a lot to look forward…
You can have the hands of Muhammad Ali and the low kicks of Ernesto Hoost. Throw in the roundhouse technique of Yodsanklai Fairtex and the flashy brilliance of Samart Payakaroon to boot. To make things…
There aren’t many fighters in the sport of MMA with the influence of the Canadian icon, Georges St. Pierre.From a shy, unassuming kid that was constantly bullied, to the undisputed UFC welterweight champion of the…
