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Month: May 2021

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Hand and Wrist Pain From Boxing Training and Martial Arts

Hand and Wrist Pain From Boxing Training and Martial Arts

Standard boxing protective equipment

Spend any amount of time in a serious boxing gym and you’ll probably run into a few professional fighters. They come in all shapes and sizes, but the one thing they all have in common is: they each know how to separate fighting and training. When they fight, they go all out. Whatever it takes to win is what they expect from themselves and their opponents.

But during training, they are there to prepare themselves for the big night. There is no need to show how …

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How to Punch – The Jab

How to Punch – The Jab

One of the main questions that people want to ask an experienced martial artist is how to punch properly for the maximum power and effectiveness, but of course the first thing that you need to recognize is that the answer to this question depends on the situation you are in, which will decide what kind of punch that you should use.

So in explaining how to perform a jab for this article the first thing that it is very important for any curious reader to learn is what a jab is for and when …

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Mayweather Vs Pacquiao: The Fight Of The Decade

Mayweather Vs Pacquiao: The Fight Of The Decade

Manny Pacquiao is the official pound for pound world number 1 and Floyd Mayweather is the unofficial pound for pound world number 1, the question is who the rightful owner of this acclaim. Floyd Mayweather is held in a higher regard than Manny Pacquiao amongst the boxing community because of the raw talent the man posses. His boxing ability is arguably unrivalled at the current time, and has been throughout the last decade. This is enough for many to say Mayweather deserves recognition for being not only the best of his generation, …

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Tim Tackett’s Commentary

Tim Tackett’s Commentary

Please check out the full interview on audio with Tim Tackett. In that interview we covered:

How the circus and WWII environment opened some doors for him

How having summers off gave him an incredible learning experience

Tim’s secret book which he mainly wrote, but was not credited for

Why Tim wasn’t impressed the first time he saw Bruce Lee

How a focus mit change his training experience

Why teaching individuals vs. groups changed the way many learn JKD today

Why Bruce Lee never really “trained” in ranges

How many starting using the left lead

The way …

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Boxing Shoes – Things You Should Know

Boxing Shoes – Things You Should Know

Boxing shoes bear a strong similarity to running shoes; however, they rarely have any support on the bottom of the foot. They are constructed of lightweight leather so that boxers can move quickly when in the boxing ring. Instead of treading, these shoes have non-slip soles that allow boxers to get a grip on the floor of the ring. Available in various sizes and colors, they also come in low tops or high tops with laces that tie up to the shin.

Typically made from leather or suede, low tops are shoes that …

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How to Select the Best Pair of Boxing Gloves

How to Select the Best Pair of Boxing Gloves

Boxing is a sport known for its combat nature. Many people take up boxing not only to earn titles but also to keep their body fit and firm. Boxing is popular among both amateurs and professionals. It helps in increasing the physical fitness and stamina. While taking up boxing you must need the appropriate boxing gloves when you go for boxing training.

If you are a novice in boxing, it would be difficult for you to select the right type of boxing gloves. There are different varieties of boxing gloves that …

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Fitness Tips For Muay Thai Fighters

Fitness Tips For Muay Thai Fighters

In order for you to practice Muay Thai Boxing you need to be fit and healthy. You should always remember that you will only wear a Thai boxing short when you start and you would not want any fat hanging around your belly as you wear your boxing shorts. The fight for men can last for 5×3 minutes, while in women it can last for only 5×2 minutes. This will surely improve your stamina and endurance that will help you develops more muscles. Muay Thai training in Thailand believe that running can really help …

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Rocky Marciano – The Only Undefeated Heavyweight Boxer

Rocky Marciano – The Only Undefeated Heavyweight Boxer

Rocky Marciano has an unusual honor, being the only Heavyweight boxer to retire without ever having tasted defeat. His record was 49-0, including 43 knockouts. He began as a pro in 1947, and was the Champ from 1952 until he retired in 1956.

Rocco Francis Marchegiano was born in 1923 in Brockton, MA, to parents in the working class. He used to take his father lunch at the shoe factory where the elder worked. He saw the way people lost their spirit in factory work, and vowed that he would never make …

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Understanding Acid Reflux – How is it Different From Heartburn?

Understanding Acid Reflux – How is it Different From Heartburn?

In acid reflux, the acids from the stomach flow back to the esophagus which results to discomforts and pain in the chest which is termed as heartburn.

In anatomy, the esophagus is defined as the tube between the stomach and the pharynx that is located at the back of the throat. In the esophagus is the esophageal sphincter which lies at the junction where the stomach and the esophagus is connected.

The stomach produces gastric juices but the esophagus does not. The inner linings of the stomach contain several protective …

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Boxing Gloves – The Answer To Holiday Weight Gains

Boxing Gloves – The Answer To Holiday Weight Gains

During the holidays it is more important than ever for fighters to keep their focus, keep their eye on the prize. That prize is different for every fighter, some of us train in our arts like boxing, MMA, jiu jitzu, or Muay Thai to compete in the ring or cage. Some of us train to stay fit and live healthier lives.

While we all enjoy cheating on our diets during the holidays, it is important that we don’t miss days at the gym. Staying consistent in your workouts will help your …