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Get To Know Coach Corey - [Mat Chat]
Hey Fighting Fit members! I recently started organizing our youtube videos into playlists. One of those playlists is called "Mat Chats". It's a collection of conversations about various mart…
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Watch our Beginner Muay Thai Workshop!
Back in July we kicked off our new “Beginner Muay Thai” class with a Saturday morning Workshop. If you missed it -- or would like a review -- I’ve uploaded the Workshop to our Youtube Channe…
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Congrats to these 3 Muay Thai competitors at our gym!
[This was an email sent to our members last August] Last weekend 3 of our members represented Fighting Fit at a Muay Thai tournament in Dallas! If you see them at the gym, be sure to congrat…
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The Art of Minimalism: Comparing the Efficiency of Striking in Jeet Kune Do and Muay Thai
In martial arts, efficiency is the ultimate goal. The ability to end a fight quickly with minimal movement and maximum effect defines a fighter’s mastery. Both Jeet Kune Do (JKD) and Muay Th…
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How Jeet Kune Do Principles Can Enhance Your Muay Thai Training
Muay Thai, known for its power and precision, is one of the most effective striking martial arts in the world. Jeet Kune Do (JKD), on the other hand, was developed by Bruce Lee with the phil…
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Jeet Kune Do vs. Muay Thai: Which Martial Art Is Better for Self-Defense?
When it comes to choosing a martial art for self-defense, both Jeet Kune Do (JKD) and Muay Thai stand out as highly effective options. While JKD emphasizes adaptability, fluidity, and simpli…
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The Art of Cutting the Ring: Pressure Fighting in Boxing and Muay Thai
In both boxing and Muay Thai, cutting the ring and applying pressure is a skill that can overwhelm opponents, forcing them into uncomfortable positions and limiting their ability to escape. …
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MMA Ground and Pound: The Evolution of a Controversial Technique
Ground-and-pound is one of the most effective, yet controversial, techniques in mixed martial arts (MMA). It involves taking an opponent to the ground, gaining a dominant position, and using…
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Kickboxing Defense: Mastering Blocks, Parries, and Evasions
In kickboxing, defense is just as important as offense. While throwing punches and kicks can win you the fight, mastering defensive techniques like blocks, parries, and evasions will keep yo…
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The Science of Punch Power: Biomechanics in Boxing and MMA
"Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee." Muhammad Ali’s iconic quote perfectly captures the essence of punch power in combat sports: the combination of finesse and force. But what makes a…
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Muay Thai Gym Culture: Training in Thailand vs. the West
Muay Thai, also known as "The Art of Eight Limbs," has deep cultural roots in Thailand, where it is not just a sport but a way of life. For centuries, Thai fighters, or "nak muay," have trai…
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Boxing's Influence on Kickboxing: Tracing the Pugilistic Roots
Kickboxing and boxing may be distinct combat sports, but they share deep connections that go back decades. Boxing’s influence on kickboxing is evident in many key areas—from striking and def…
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- Get To Know Coach Corey - [Mat Chat]
- Watch our Beginner Muay Thai Workshop!
- Congrats to these 3 Muay Thai competitors at our gym!
- The Art of Minimalism: Comparing the Efficiency of Striking in Jeet Kune Do and Muay Thai
- How Jeet Kune Do Principles Can Enhance Your Muay Thai Training
- Jeet Kune Do vs. Muay Thai: Which Martial Art Is Better for Self-Defense?
- The Art of Cutting the Ring: Pressure Fighting in Boxing and Muay Thai
- MMA Ground and Pound: The Evolution of a Controversial Technique
- Kickboxing Defense: Mastering Blocks, Parries, and Evasions
- The Science of Punch Power: Biomechanics in Boxing and MMA
- Muay Thai Gym Culture: Training in Thailand vs. the West
- Boxing's Influence on Kickboxing: Tracing the Pugilistic Roots
- The Evolution of MMA Gloves: From Open Finger to Hybrid Designs
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