Archive for August, 2009
The Human Weapon: Muay Thai Kick
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Muay Thai—or Thai Boxing—was born on the battlefields of the 15th century, during the legendary clashes between Thai (or Siamese) armies and their bitter rivals, the Burmese. Trained in the weapons-based fighting method known as Krabi Krabong, these early Thai soldiers also became famous for their toughness in close-quarters weaponless combat, where legs, knees, elbows and hands took the place of swords and sticks. This type of weaponless fighting became Muay Thai, known as the Science of Eight Limbs.
Though the Thai army still uses its lethal techniques, Muay Thai has also been the countrys most popular spectator sport for hundreds of years. There are more than 65,000 professional Muay Thai fighters in Thailand today. Many of them are poor peasants who begin training when they are as young as six years old, studying with highly respected teachers and risking injury—or worse—for the chance to compete.
Up until the 1930s, Muay Thai fighters fought bare-knuckled or with their hands wrapped in hemp rope that left nasty cuts. Because of the high number of deaths in the ring, the Thai government introduced new rules, including weight classes (though the great majority of fighters remain in the lighter weight classes) and mandatory use of gloves, cups and mouth guards. As a result, modern Muay Thai boxers rely less on punches and more on their lethal kicks, elbow and knee strikes and grappling.
Speed, accuracy and power are the buzzwords in Muay Thai. Fighters use kicks as both offensive and defensive weapons, often aiming to strike their opponents in the thighs for maximum impact. The knee and elbow strikes used in Muay Thai are almost unique to the sport. Executed correctly, with all the force concentrated in one spot—often the opponents head—the hard bone of the elbow can act like the blade of a knife, devastating the opponent and sending him bleeding to the mat.
In the devoutly Buddhist Thai society, Muay Thai is governed by ritual and tradition, and many fighters practice meditation as an integral part of their training. Devoted Muay Thai fans and fighters all over the world see it as the toughest martial art, and dismiss all challengers to its dominance.
Credits to The History Channel Series The Human Weapon
Duration : 0:0:14
BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU – RARE VIDEO (Machado Brothers – 1992)
John, Jean Jacques and Rigan Machado training in 1992 at the first academy in California.
VIDEO BY MACHADO JIU JITSU and LIMA TAEKWONDO GYM in CALIFORNIA.
Duration : 0:2:14
Martial Arts Odyssey: Malaysia, Boxx Warriors (Parts 2)
Brooklyn Monk, Antonio Graceffo travels to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where he trains Muay Thai at Boxx Warriors. Owner Kirsty Dzulkarnain explains how she based her program on the best training and fighting she found in Thailand. Her Thai husband, Saksit Chosipasert, a Muay Thai Champion, and now a military officer, was also instrumental in helping her start Boxx Warriors. No pushover, Kirsty runs the gyms three locations herself, recruiting the best trainers from Thailand. If they dont train the people well, I send them home, back to Thailand. said Kirsty.
The training and teaching at Boxx Warriors was some of the best Muay Thai training, Antonio has ever had. Gyms in Thailand are convenient because they are always open and there are so many teachers available to take you on the pads, but they often dont teach or give actual instructions. The trainers at Boxx Warriors really helped me with proper foot placement and body mechanics. Said Antonio.
Duration : 0:8:9
Martial Arts Techniques : Muay Thai Kickboxing Rules
Muay Thai Kickboxing has rules that differ from other martial arts, including the fact that there are no more than five rounds per fight. Learn about how a person in a kickboxer’s corner can’t intervene with information from a Shotokan karate black belt in this free video on martial arts technique and kickboxing..
Expert: Gilson Oliveira
Contact: www.gilsonbarbarianoliveira.com
Bio: Gilson Oliveira is a strength and conditioning coach specializing in MMA and combat sports, who has over 15 years of experience training fighters.
Filmmaker: Paul Muller
Duration : 0:1:45
What is the difference between Muay Thai kickboxing and Muay Thai?
It’s like when people say "Bo Staff".
Same thing.
Edit:
Hey Lester – if you notice, the asker asked about the difference between Muay Thai Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
He did not ask about the difference between "kickboxing" and Muay Thai.
The Human Weapon: Muay Thai Flying Knee
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Muay Thai—or Thai Boxing—was born on the battlefields of the 15th century, during the legendary clashes between Thai (or Siamese) armies and their bitter rivals, the Burmese. Trained in the weapons-based fighting method known as Krabi Krabong, these early Thai soldiers also became famous for their toughness in close-quarters weaponless combat, where legs, knees, elbows and hands took the place of swords and sticks. This type of weaponless fighting became Muay Thai, known as the Science of Eight Limbs.
Though the Thai army still uses its lethal techniques, Muay Thai has also been the countrys most popular spectator sport for hundreds of years. There are more than 65,000 professional Muay Thai fighters in Thailand today. Many of them are poor peasants who begin training when they are as young as six years old, studying with highly respected teachers and risking injury—or worse—for the chance to compete.
Up until the 1930s, Muay Thai fighters fought bare-knuckled or with their hands wrapped in hemp rope that left nasty cuts. Because of the high number of deaths in the ring, the Thai government introduced new rules, including weight classes (though the great majority of fighters remain in the lighter weight classes) and mandatory use of gloves, cups and mouth guards. As a result, modern Muay Thai boxers rely less on punches and more on their lethal kicks, elbow and knee strikes and grappling.
Speed, accuracy and power are the buzzwords in Muay Thai. Fighters use kicks as both offensive and defensive weapons, often aiming to strike their opponents in the thighs for maximum impact. The knee and elbow strikes used in Muay Thai are almost unique to the sport. Executed correctly, with all the force concentrated in one spot—often the opponents head—the hard bone of the elbow can act like the blade of a knife, devastating the opponent and sending him bleeding to the mat.
In the devoutly Buddhist Thai society, Muay Thai is governed by ritual and tradition, and many fighters practice meditation as an integral part of their training. Devoted Muay Thai fans and fighters all over the world see it as the toughest martial art, and dismiss all challengers to its dominance.
Credits to The History Channel Series The Human Weapon
Duration : 0:0:18
Thursday Workout 7 23 2009 003
Kickboxing drills using the belly pad…The emphasis here is upon using the left push kick (foot jab) from Muay Thai (Thai boxing). When your holder has the belly pad on, you are expected to use your left or right push kick when the distance/range is correct. At any moment, you are free to throw the push kick, either as an offensive attack or as a defensive counter attack.
Duration : 0:3:41
Martial Arts Training & Fitness : Back Kick for Martial Arts Fitness
Learn how to do a back kick for a martial arts fitness workout in this free exercise video from a martial arts master.
Expert: Stacey Nemour
Contact: www.staceynemour.com
Bio: Stacey Nemour has been teaching & training in kung fu, kickboxing, & flexibility for 15 years. Some of her students include an Olympic runner, professional athletes, & ultimate fighters.
Filmmaker: Nili Nathan
Duration : 0:1:4
Muay Thai Boxing Moves : The Muay Thai Style Low Kick
Learn how to use the Low Kick technique in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Expert: Ric O’Kane
Contact: www.fightingtrainer.com
Bio: Four time kickboxing champion Ric O’Kane has competed in martial arts since he was 18, and teaches and trains at Mejiro Gym in Los Angeles, CA.
Filmmaker: Traci Holsey
Duration : 0:1:15
When will I start to notice a difference?
In august, i’m starting one hour pilates on MONDAY.
And two times a week ONE hour, fitness kickboxing.
I’m 17, 140 pounds and 5’5.
When will I start to notice a difference?
I also walk for 45 minutes a day, and eat good.
thanks for your help!
* I know this isn’t the section, but I get NO answers in the diet+fitness.
hey were the same height! haha
you should start noticing after a week or two! not a huge difference but you will see a difference and if you keep it up you will look great!!