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Month: December 2024

Beyond Kickboxing: What Makes Muay Thai Unique

Let me paint you a picture of my first “real” Muay Thai class. There I was, fresh off three years of cardio kickboxing, strutting into this tiny gym hidden behind a laundromat. The place smelled like a mixture of old leather, Tiger Balm, and what I’m pretty sure was decades of accumulated sweat. This old Thai trainer – couldn’t have been more than 5’5″ but had forearms like Popeye – took one look at me…

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The White Belt Journey: What to Expect in Your First Year of BJJ

Man, that first BJJ class hits different. Walking into the gym, you’re hit with that distinct smell of sweat-soaked mats and the sound of bodies hitting the ground. Your crisp white gi feels stiff and awkward, and you’ve got no clue what you’re getting yourself into. Trust me, we’ve all been there. The Early Days: Pure Survival Mode Welcome to the Deep End Let’s be real – those first few weeks are straight-up chaos. You’re…

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