Conditioning is a massive component for any Mixed Martial Artist. MMA must be the most physically demanding sport in the world. What other sport requires maximum effort for the entire duration of the match with no opportunity to rest?  You rest or lose focus for a nano-second and you lose it’s as simple as that. With [...]

Muay Thai Elbow. Step 1. The delivery stance is exactly the same as it has been with every other strike in the series thus far.  The stance needs to be exactly the same in order to ensure that your opponent does not know which strike is coming next. Step 2. The mechanics behind throwing an [...]

Muay Thai is one of the most effective weapons any Mixed Martial Artist can have in his arsenal.  It is also known as the “Art of Eight Limbs” as it focuses on striking with eight points of contact; fists, feet, elbows and knees. Mauy Thai fighters are renowned for their ferocious kicks and vicious knee [...]

Again notice the Delivery Stance.  Neil is in the exact same position he was in when getting ready to throw a jab.  Take special note of his back foot which is off centre and kept on the ball of the foot.  The assists with energy transfer and mobility. Also note that as an opponent you [...]