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Here’s Why 2020 Is the Year You Need to Start Muay Thai

Muay Thai
It’s more than a thousand years old and is practiced all over the world by people of all ages. Muay Thai, a.k.a. Thai boxing, is a combat sport that originates in Thailand. Asian Geographic refers to it as ‘The Art of Eight Limbs’. Image Source - https://bit.ly/2u9V2Kl Known for its efficiency paired with raw simplicity, it’s a strike-based sport that uses punches, elbows, kicks and knees with various clinching techniques. You may feel overwhelmed when you think about how intense Read more [...]

5 Fantastic Movies Every MMA Fan Should Watch

Mixed Martial Arts
In the past 20 years, mixed martial arts (MMA) have progressed from events happening in remote locales far from prying eyes to having brand name sponsors and an ever-growing multitude of fans. Its complexity of the sport –which blends different forms of martial arts – makes it popular with those who appreciate close combat. Interestingly,MMA is also enjoying success on the big screen, with movies being made based on differentcombat sports. We see the actors performing stunts that seem next to Read more [...]

6 Brilliant Ways a Martial Artist Can Benefit from Yoga

Mixed Martial Arts
At first glance, martial arts and yoga may seem like complete opposites as the former emphasizes fighting while the latter speaks of compassion and benevolence. However, what most people fail to realize is that they both draw their usefulness from similar principles. On closer examination, you can see how certain components of martial arts are derived from yoga and how the two complement each other in many ways. For starters, the fundamentals of both yoga and martial arts are mindfulness, consciousness Read more [...]

Why You Should Learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ), also known as the ‘gentle art’, is a favourite among people of all ages. This martial art form is based on striking and kicking; movements that develop your overall physical strength. If you are a fitness enthusiast who wants to be able to defend yourself from attackers, think about learning BJJ. This blog discusses why you should train in this form of martial art. Image Source - https://bit.ly/2pZH7nW 11 Major Reasons to Train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu     Read more [...]
Boxing - Workout for Losing Weight

Boxing Is the Perfect Workout for Losing Weight

Boxing
We live in a world that is focused on fitness and health, along with a growing sense of self-awareness. This is encouraging individuals to turn to unconventional methods to become fitter. Gone are the days when people resorted to going to the gym five days a week to spendhours lifting weights and running on a treadmill. Now, fitness-conscious individuals are looking to try new things, like an engaging workout that challenges both their body and mind. The newest fitness program to gain widespread Read more [...]