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The 15 Best Kickboxers of All Time

Everybody knows I love MMA, but I also really love me some kickboxing. Whether it be K1, Muay Thai, Glory, Bellator, or One FC, I love all styles of kickboxing. So many phenomenal kickboxers have stepped into the ring, which makes doing a best-ever list really hard. But I’ve taken a crack at it and…

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Which Martial Art Should I Learn First?

Are you interested in learning a martial art but unsure where to begin? Choosing the right discipline is essential for long-term enjoyment and commitment. Martial arts can provide significant benefits for your fitness and well-being. Whether you aspire to become a professional MMA fighter or simply want to shed a few pounds, this guide will…

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Which Black Belt Takes the Longest Time to Achieve?

I want to start this out by saying that achieving a black belt in any Martial Art should be highly respectable no matter the length of time it took to achieve. All Martial Artists who have achieved a black belt in their lifetime is an extraordinary honor that should be respected, no matter the art….

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The Hottest Female UFC Fighters in 2023

For a sport as grueling and violent as mixed martial arts, you might be surprised to know that there are some absolutely stunningly beautiful women who choose to fight for a living. In my humble opinion, these are some of the hottest female fighters in MMA. Rose “Thug Rose” Namajunas Rose Namajunas has a unique…

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How Much Money do UFC Fighters Make in 2023?

In 2022, the average UFC fighter made $150,249. It’s important to note that this statistic is skewed by outliers. The median UFC fighter made just $91,250. The five highest paid UFC fighters in 2022 earned an average of $1,177,200 (huge thanks to Money MMA for compiling these statistics): Fighter2022 Earnings (Purse Money Only)Israel Adesanya$1,956,000Andrei Arlovski$1,108,000Alexander…

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Top 15 Deadliest Martial Arts in the World

Some martial arts were designed to kill. No rules. No mercy. Lethal intent.  But which martial art is the deadliest? Considering that we’re talking about deadly force it’s a question that can be, well… difficult to test. Let’s take a close look at the world’s most lethal martial arts – from traditional Japanese striking techniques to…

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    If you’re new to Muay Thai and need a pair of Muay Thai boxing gloves then you’ve come to the right place. Believe it or not, there is a difference between Muay Thai gloves and normal boxing gloves. Muay Thai gloves are more flexible when you clench your fist and generally less rigid than boxing gloves. … Read more
  • The 10 Best Boxers in MMA Today
    In the lead up to the Mayweather Vs. McGregor fight, many people pondered whether or not an MMA fighter could successfully fight in a professional boxing match. After everything was said and done, the outcome was one we all predicated. However, I think the early success McGregor had in the fight surprised many people. This … Read more
  • Muay Thai or Jiu Jitsu – Which Style is More Effective?
    Another battle of “Which Martial Art is Better.” If only simple questions could be solved with simple answers. However, this can’t easily be solved with a simple answer because both styles are effective in their own ways. Everyone in the Martial Arts world knows that Muay Thai is great for striking and clinching, while also … Read more
  • The Best Muay Thai Training Pads (2020)
    Anyone who has trained authentic Muay Thai knows how essential Thai pads are for Muay Thai training. Even MMA fighters are starting to incorporate Thai pads into their training sessions after realizing how great they are for striking. Most MMA gyms have a supply of Thai pads that you can use, but sometimes they don’t offer … Read more
  • The 10 Best Muay Thai Fighters In MMA
    If you know anything about Mixed Martial Arts, you also know that having good Muay Thai technique is a huge component to being successful. Not all professional MMA fighters in the UFC use Muay Thai, however some of the best fighters are master Muay Thai strikers. Muay Thai was the first Martial Art that I … Read more
  • Who Has The Best Jiu Jitsu In The UFC Today?
    Ever since the very beginning, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has been an integral part of the UFC. The first UFC event was dominated by Royce Gracie who won all of his fights by submissions. There are many Brazilian Jiu Jitsu specialists in the UFC today, many of which have won world championships in some of the … Read more
  • Karate Moves: Quick Guide for Beginners
    Embarking on a martial arts journey involves learning some essential building blocks, such as punches, kicks, and blocks. Karate is no exception, and it requires mastering these basic moves as a foundation to progress to more advanced techniques. In Karate, these fundamental moves are known as Kihon and encompass stances (Tachikata), punches (Tsuki), blocks (Uke), … Read more
  • What is the Best Martial Art for Women’s Self Defense?
    Hey all! The MMA Guru here – I’m going to hand this post over to my friend Alina who is one of the most badass, confident female martial artists I know. Take it away Alina 🎤 Martial arts have always been a means for individuals to gain self-defense skills and emerge victoriously in physical confrontations. … Read more
  • The 10 Best Gym Bags for MMA, BJJ and Muay Thai
    After joining my first MMA gym, I quickly realized that I was going to need some sort of bag to carry all of my gear and equipment. When you think about carrying your gloves, hand wraps, water, shin guards, towels, extra clothes, etc… having a gym bag alleviates the weight off your shoulders (literally and … Read more
  • Gi or NoGi Training: The Ultimate Debate
    Gi or NoGi, the classic debate between the two different grappling options in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. If you’re a BJJ practitioner then you know how heated of a debate this can become. I personally don’t have a preference between the two, however I do see the ‘pros and cons’ that both have to offer. Training Gi … Read more
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