What is the one area of kickboxing that many practitioners ignore? They have a tendency to ignore really focusing on the boxing aspect. This assessment does not just refer to those taking kickboxing up as a hobby. It also refers to amateurs and pros. Seriously, if you want to be a solid kickboxer then you… Read more »
Welland, Ontario, Canada: What began as “fun stuff to do” and a battle against the bulge for Randi Bowslaugh became a fight against stereotypes after she heard her stepdaughter accept limitations unchallenged. “A lot of the time I heard her say ‘Girls can’t do that,’ and that disturbed me, so I asked why not,” said… Read more »
Here is a Kickboxing combo video that details another great combo! This 2-count combination consists of 1 Right-Straight and 1 Left Kick. Each Punch can be delivered to head, chest or lower body and the Kick can be delivered to the leg, body or head.
It was hard to miss the Martial Arts studio on the corner near my new apartment. Every time I walked by, the windows displayed students in a variety of classes, from Tai Chi to Women’s Kickboxing. Without a doubt, it was the Kickboxing, or Muay Thai, that caught my attention. I called the studio the… Read more »
I’m starting to get the hang of some of the foundational moves involved in Muay Thai self defense. So far, I’ve participated in three classes and I’ve worked with three different partners. I’m learning a lot from Coach Russell and watching his strikes and kicks, but I’m also learning a lot from the people I’m… Read more »
Being a member at and training at NWFA offers more than attending two classes each week. During my first consult with Coach Russell (a short check-in about goals, how class is going, etc.) he mentioned that there are semi-private sessions I could attend with Chad as part of my membership. I signed up to attend… Read more »
I sort of ate my own words after my last Muay Thai class. There actually are some techniques that take some time to learn.For example, there is a move that involves kicking Thai Pads your partner is holding, one knee at a time. It sounds and looks pretty simple; but for me, this was one of… Read more »
Will Muay Thai Improve Flexibility? Are you someone who lacks flexibility? If so, this doesn’t mean that you can’t participate in Thai boxing. Will Muay Thai improve flexibility? Most definitely! To perform certain kicks, you’ll need to be flexible to deliver them powerfully and accurately. Thai boxing is an amazing sport, and also a sacred… Read more »
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