Learn The New Way Of Protecting Yourself With Kickboxing!

Kickboxing is not an exclusive men’s sport. However, women can perform better in kickboxing with the help of the professional trainers. Boxing is art to protect yourself from attack.

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1. Kickboxing is not an exclusive men’s sport. However, women can perform better in kickboxing with the help of the professional trainers. Boxing is art to protect yourself from attack. In different martial arts seminars Sydney world champions described kickboxing as the motivated form of martial arts. It is very important that you choose the right and authenticated academy to learn kickboxing.
   
   MMA kickboxing gym in Sydney is one of the popular academies having more than hundreds of successful students of different age group. Many women have joined to learn kickboxing. The training procedure has been divided separately and designed for men and women of varied age group. At very first, free hand movement and simple jogging, skipping are asked to do by trainer as warm up session. Kickboxing requires lots of energy and the whole body movement.
   
   Women of age group of 20 to 35 years have joined kickboxing personal training to shed their weight. 1-2 hours of kickboxing practice can help you reduce 200-300 kcal. Many satisfied customers have mentioned the fact that how kickboxing healed their back and neck pain. Continuous kickboxing moves and punches require lots of stamina and correct guidance. Make sure you have chosen the correct instructor who will make you a better learner. Kickboxing takes place in 2-3 rounds with a gap of 30-40 seconds in between. Simultaneous observation and actions enhance your logical thought process. So even outside the ring you will be more active and cautions.
   
   MAD is one of the best platforms for womens kickboxing training Sydney. Kickboxing trainer’s first aim is to make you fit from outside and inside too. Appropriate trainer will boost your energy and provide you guidance about the correct and healthy food habit. Sometime when you need to kick out your frustrations and stress; kickboxing is the perfect way to do that. The complete learning process will not only make you physically strong but it will also help you to win in hard situations. To give the right punch at the right place at the right moment. So join the martial arts training and starts kicking the anxiety out of your life!

Originally posted by storify.com

5 Tips For A More Effective Stance

The fighting stance is the most fundamental position that you will ever learn in any type of martial art. A proper stance allows for strong, effortless movement and an easy transference of force from body to extremity. Furthermore, having a good stance allows you freedom of movement that directly translates into the individual expression of the practitioner’s style. Whether you are a martial artist or an athlete of another physical discipline, there is no disadvantage in having a good stance. It will only make you a better at what you do. 

Frequently in the gym I see people sacrifice their stance in order to land a blow or to get a specific grip on their opponent.While it would seem to make solid sense to attempt such an action, remember the goal of combat is not just to hit your opponent at all costs. It’s to do so in a way that weakens their position while at the same time strengthening your own.

The stance is the starting position for all martial movement. I feel that the stance nowadays has lost importance in many styles of martial arts and combative sports. It is still taught, but within the student population there seems to be a lack of information as to why certain actions are performed. In order to perform at your best it is absolutely necessary to find, perfect, and understand your starting position. Can you imagine what would happen if you attempted a max deadlift without knowing how to properly secure yourself in the beginning of the lift? The same principle applies to martial arts and, for the sake of this article, muay Thai.

In muay Thai there are several stances you can adopt during your training. Everyone is built slightly differently and these differences will determine what is the optimal stance for you. I personally feel the stance you adopt should be the one that allows for maximum ease, fluidity of movement, and transference of force. 

The great Bruce Lee put it best: “The arms and kicking leg are important only because they are the vehicles of body force. They, the tools, only give expression to body force when the body is in proper alignment. The position of the hands and arms and of the legs and feet that facilitate easy body expression is important.”

Below are five tips that will help better your stance:

1. Foot Position

The feet are the most important factor in determining your balance. The more the martial artist can feel and control the position of the feet the better he or she will be at expressing intention (punching, kicking, moving, etc.).

The feet should be staggered and placed slightly wider than the hips (but for muay Thai no wider than the shoulders). The weight distribution between both feet should be fifty-fifty. Both feet should be angled slightly to the side and the knees should be facing in the same direction of the feet. Having the feet and knees aligned will minimize any leakage of force and provide a more stable base for the athlete. The rear heel should be raised with the weight placed on the ball of the foot. The elevated heel acts as the trigger for the majority of your striking arsenal and it allows your feet to be alert and move quickly. Never stand flatfooted on both feet as your movement can easily become sluggish.

2. Abdominal Tension and Hip Position

Whenever you are in a fighting stance you want a small amount of tension kept in your abdominal muscles. Also it is important that your pelvis be positioned directly underneath your shoulders. This will allow for a stronger defense, assist you in transferring force to your extremities, and improve balance by keeping your spine in an optimal position.

Take my word for it; you do not want to be hit in a relaxed stomach. Body shots have a nasty way of stealing the life from you, especially when they are met with zero resistance. Think of abdominal tension as your armor. Don’t go to battle without it! On a scale of one to ten, you want your tension level at around a two. This amount of tension will aid your movements but will not subtract from your ability to move or breathe effectively.

3. Arm Position

The placement of the fists, forearms and elbows is extremely important in muay Thai. Having these three things in the proper position can greatly add to you offensive and defensive capabilities.

The right (or rear) elbow and forearm stays close to the body and protects the solar plexus, the liver, and the ribs. Note: I said that the elbow stays close, but it is not glued to the ribs. Allowing the elbows to protrude an inch or two can discourage your opponent from kicking to the body as they may smash their foot into your elbow. That being said, do not flare your elbows out to the side and open up the ribcage. The right (or rear) fist stays close to the face and is positioned on the jaw or cheek bone. This protects the face and gives your fist the appropriate path to attack your opponent. 

The left (or lead) arm is placed slightly in front of the body to act as a first line of defense and offense. The forearms and elbows aid in protecting the solar plexus and the ribcage. Unlike the rear arm, the lead arm is going to be very active during combat and therefore should be placed away from the centerline. When finding your optimal arm position make sure the arm is not extended to far away from the body so that the position exhausts your shoulders and prevents the generation of force. The left fist should be held at nose level. This will help protect your centerline while not obstructing your vision.

4. Head Position

The position of your head it also very important in martial arts. A bad head position can lead to knockouts and broken noses. In every gym you will hear trainers yell at their students, “Chin down! Hands up!” The head should be slightly tilted forward with the chin practically glued to your collarbone. Keeping the head in this tucked position will aid in protecting your nose and the soft tissue of the eyes. Under no circumstances must the head move from this position.

5. Movement in the Stance

Even if you have the perfect stance, for it to be effective in combat movement must be introduced. Standing perfectly still is going to make you a sitting duck for your opponent. Moving targets are hard to hit. If you don’t move, your opponent could close his eyes and still manage to hit you square in the face.

There are many different cadences fighters can adapt and in my experience everyone has their own different “swagger” while fighting. To adapt a cadence, I recommend watching fighters you enjoy and take bits and pieces from their movement patterns to add to your own style.Whatever your cadence may be just make sure that it contains no rhythm (constantly repeated movements). If it does, it becomes easy for your opponents to time you with counter shots.

How To Train The Roundhouse Kick

As I have stated many times in the past, the roundhouse kick is one of the most powerful techniques in the muay Thai arsenal. It also happens to be one of the signature movements of the martial art. So, if you are going to say you practice muay Thai, you need to take the time to get this technique down.

Through both articles and videos I have shown how to perform the kick, how to defend the kick, how to appropriately time the kick, andhow to counter the kick in various ways. Today, I will give you a template of how to actually organize a training session by utilizing all of these techniques.The workout provided should take about an hour to complete and should be performed with a partner.

Workout Part #1: Warm Up and Mobility

1. Mobility Work

First, perform a basic mobility routine for five to ten minutes so your body is ready for action.Watch the video below to learn about my fighter’s mobility routine:

3. Warm Up: Jump rope x 2 rounds

3. Shadow Boxing: 2 rounds

Remember the most important rule of shadow boxing - don’t be lazy! Move around, keep your hands up, focus on your stance, and throw a lot of kicks to get the hips loose. If you’re still warming up when you begin to shadow box, slowly introduce your lower body techniques as in the video below:

4. Heavy Bag Work: 50 kicks per leg

When kicking the bag, keep the bag moving and focus on timing the kick. Optimally, you want to strike the bag right when it reaches the center of the swing. When performing this drill, take your time to set up the kicks, but don’t hold back on power. To kick hard you have to kick hard - a lot. This drill should take about ten minutes to complete.

Workout Part #2: Drilling

This next section needs to be done with shin guards and gloves. Choose three counters to the roundhouse kick and drill them one person at a time, for one round each per person. Alternate partners each round. One person will defend the kick and perform the appropriate counter while the other attacks.

Said another way: Partner A will throw kicks for the first round, while Partner B defends with the selected counter. When the round ends, Partner A now performs that same counter, while Partner B throws kicks.

Appropriate counter techniques could include, but are not limited to: checking, catching, or parrying the roundhouse kicks. Keep in mind when performing the drills to stay active and move around. Don’t stand in front of each other like statues. If you are pressed for time, switch partners every half round.

Here is a video demonstrating three different counters to the roundhouse kick:

Workout Part #3: Thai Pads

3 rounds of Thai pads per person

During the pad work section incorporate all the elements of muay Thai: punch, elbow, knee, kick, and clinch - but make sure to pay extra attention to kicking. Keep the combinations simple and repetitive.

Workout Part #4: Sparring

Spar for 3-5 rounds

All protective gear should be worn during sparring. For this sparring session kicking and defending the kick is the objective. Use your timing, footwork, feints, and strikes to set up your kicks. Also remember to spar light and work with your partner. Learning is the goal, not smashing each other.

4 Reasons Kickboxing Is Great For Beginners.

Bored with the treadmill? Sick of dumbbells? If you’re looking for something to change up your routine, consider kickboxing. While you might think that kickboxing is violent, the actual movements and training can make for excellent exercise without having to actually fight. "[It’s] full-body conditioning and, in my opinion, the best and most complete there is," says Guillermo Gomez, star of the Kickboxing Cardio BurnDVD and creator of the Martial Fusiontraining system. If you’re interested in giving kickboxing a try, read our know-before-you-go tips.

Don’t Think of It as Fighting
You can get into kickboxing to spar against others if you want, but don’t assume you have to fight to take up the sport. “You can go either way. Learn the moves and use them as an exercise routine for fitness, or take it to the next level of sparring with another person. It’s really up to you,” Gomez says.

Come as You Are
Unlike other sports and forms of exercise, you don’t need to worry about getting into incredible shape to start kickboxing.“You can start a program like this without any previous experience,” Gomez says. “It’s most likely that your first few months will focus on total-body conditioning to get you ready to perform the techniques.”

Start with the Basics
Surprisingly, the equipment you need to start is minimal and relatively affordable. “A pair of hand wraps will do for the first few months to teach the practitioner proper wrist alignment and form during the basic techniques,” Gomez says. Hand wraps are typically inexpensive and can be bought in specialty stores or online. If you prefer, you can use kickboxing gloves, like those pictured above. Don't forget to wear comfortable athletic clothes that allow you to move freely.

Enjoy the Stress Relief
You don’t have to use a punching back in your kickboxing routine—but you might find that whacking away at one makes you feel pretty good. “Hitting a bag properly is a fantastic stress release,” Gomez says. “Once you [have] the form down and know how to protect your body, you can go as hard as you feel is needed.” Your new solution to a rough day?

To find a kickboxing class, check local gyms or martial arts studios

Originally posted by betterforyou.com

Meet The Top 5 Kickboxers Of All Time

Let me start this article by saying a few things. First, you may not agree with this list, in fact, I know you won’t. Instead think of these men as five OF the best.

Second, I chose to exclude some kick boxers, particularly of the strict Muay Thai variation. I opted to select five men who represent the highest level of talent and who have become synonymous with talent in the kickboxing community.

5. Badr Hari (102-12, 88 KO’s)

Hari may not have the best reputation as of late, but the Dutch-Moroccan has a truly reputable record. At almost a 10:1 ratio, Hari has done well to extend the usually high amount of wins for a contemporary kickboxer far beyond the losses. Schilt, Overeem, Zimmerman and Aerts are among a few of those who he has dispatched over the years.

His motivation and training has come under fire as of late but the 29-year-old is still ripe with talent.

(Credit: LiverKick.com)

4. Ramon Dekkers (186-35-2, 95 KO’s)

The Diamond.

The Turbine from Hell.

Ramon Dekkers.

The late Ramon Dekkers is more often than not mentioned in P4P talks in kickboxing. Dekkers is one of those ‘been there, done that’ fighters who has stepped in the ring time and time again against whoever was unfortunate to be standing across from him. He was one of those high-level fighters who moved from promotion to promotion, often fighting around once a month

Dekkers initially retired in 2001 after a 16 year career. He returned for a single fight in 2006 but the loss wouldn’t tarnish a legacy that runs over a decade of dominance around the world. If you’re looking for some fantastic fights from Dekkers career, watch his four-fight series with Coban Lookchaomaesaitong. The two battle to a 2-2 series draw.

(Credit: LiverKick.com)

3. Peter Aerts (105-32-1, 79 KO’s)

If you call yourself a fan of combat sports yet missed the retirement fight of Peter Aerts, shame on you. The 43-year-old former world champion battled the young and hungry Rico Verhoeven. Verhoeven recently won the GLORY 13 heavyweight tournament championship with wins over Gokhan Saki and Daniel Ghita yet his decision over Aerts was the most controversial. Aerts stated in a pre-fight interview that he would make his last fight a street fight to please fans and that’s exactly what he did.

Watch his bout with Jamal Ben Saddik to see what heart is as Aerts, who had been down several times, rose to the occasion and made the fight in to a slugfest. He TKO’d Ben Saddik in the second round. Though he holds a 2-4 record as of late 2010, he was long regarded the best in the sport and has notable wins over Schilt, Saki, Le Banner and Hoost. There is no questioning the fan favorite as the ‘Dutch Lumberjack’s’ legacy doesn’t end with his career.

(Credit: GLORY Sports International)

2. Semmy Schilt (43-6-1, 20 KO’s)

Although Schilt has the least amount of fights on this list, his dominance is not under consideration, it is confirmed. Schilt was regrettably forced to retire after news broke of a heart condition diagnosed to the 6’11” fighter.

His record truly speaks for itself. Schilt is known for being a handful for any man as his height advantage was accented by his power, strength and tenacity.

Reflecting on his career since his first fight with Daniel Ghita in 2009, Schilt has defeated top-tier fighters including Hari, Saki, Verhoeven, Bonjasky, Le Banner, Zimmerman and Ghita all within that three year span. Schilt retired as the 2012 GLORY heavyweight champion and a six-time K-1 champion.

Note: Schilt also made a successful jump to MMA amassing a 26-14-1with 14 KO’s and 10 submissions because he’s Semmy Schilt.

(Credit: GLORY Sports International)

1. Giorgio Petrosyan (76-2-2, 1 NC, 35 KO’s)

Two months ago, his name was synonymous with sheer perfection. A piston cross and unmatched elusiveness struck fear in to his opponent’s minds before they ever stepped foot in the ring with him. The first man to break Petrosyan without controversy was Andy Ristie who shocked the kickboxing world this past November, knocking Petrosyan out in the third round of their GLORY semifinal tournament bout.

Petrosyan will be back, I fear, better than ever. My fear is placed for the men he will face in the future, namely his next opponent who may have to bear the wrath of the scariest Petrosyan in years.

Originally posted by http://www.scifighting.com/

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Muay Thai vs American Kickboxing

MUAY THAI VS KICKBOXING

For many people, Muay Thai and kickboxing are synonymous. But although the two arts are similar in some respects, there are significant differences between Muay Thai and kickboxing, especially if you’re looking into taking up one for exercise or self-defense.

What Is Muay Thai?

Muay Thai is at least a thousand years old, and was developed in Thailand. It has its roots in muay boran, “ancient boxing,” a series of techniques that were taught to soldiers to use when they were disarmed. Muay Thai grew into both a form of sport, with evidence of public matches dating back hundreds of years, and of self-defense (for both soldier and everyday Thai citizens).

During the 1800s and 1900s, Thai royalty modernized both the way Muay Thai was taught, and how matches were arranged.

What Is Kickboxing?

This brings us to the 1960s and 1970s, when kickboxing was first developed.

“Kickboxing” is a catch-all term for Indochinese fighting systems — such as Muay Thai — and the sports that grew out of these systems. Generally, when someone is referring to “kickboxing,” they’re referring to the North American version.

Originally called “full-contact karate,” kickboxing grew out of Japanese martial artists studying Muay Thai and related systems in the 1960s. Adding to the confusion is that Muay Thai fighters can — and often do — participate in kickboxing matches under different rules.

Practical Differences

Muay Thai and kickboxing are extremely different in three important ways.

1. Muay Thai is an “eight-point” fighting system while kickboxing is a “four-point” system. Essentially, this means that Muay Thai fighters can, and will use fists, feet, knees and elbows to strike. While most kickboxing systems will only use fists and feet.  Attempts to knee or elbow your opponent will risk in a disqualification.


2. The two sports have different approaches to clinch fighting and grappling. In Muay Thai, grappling is part of the art, and often when the knees and elbow strikes come into play. Kickboxing, especially North American kickboxing… Doesn’t allow grappling.  Similar to traditional Western boxing.  Any clinching will be quickly broken up by the referee.


3. Muay Thai allows as a sport, shin kicks and other kicks below the waist, although groin attacks are off-limits for obvious reasons of taste and sportsmanship, while North American kickboxing allows no attacks below the waist. These differences will lead some to argue that Muay Thai is more practical as a form of self-defense, but it is worth noting that kickboxing is largely taught as a sport, not a method of protecting yourself.

Original Post by: www.muaythaialchemy.com          Edited By: WNY MMA

WNY MMA Kick Boxing Sparing tips.

Here at WNY MMA we do a lot of sparing.There are many ways to make yourself a good kick-boxer when it comes to sparring and working with another partner.  Many people believe that the winner of a sparring match is the one who hits the other person harder and hurts them.  This is not true!

The idea of sparring is to practice your techniques in a live situation in order to REDUCE the fear of having punches and kicks thrown at you.  The idea is to throw as many punches as you can in a combination and have each one land with speed and accuracy.

Some helpful advice for someone who is new to sparring would be to :

1.  Always keep your hands up
2.  Never take your eyes off your partner
3.  Keep your feet in your stance at all times
4.  Retract your punches back to your chin for protection
5.  Start at a slow and comfortable pace to reduce fear and flinching
6.  Always set your feet before you punch or kick
7.  Keep your distance from your partner, to simulate a real situation
8.  Throw combinations, the more you throw, the more you land
9.  Keep your feet moving in a rhythm
10.  Stay focused and controlled.  No one wants to get injured.

Originaly By: TSMMA Smithtown    Edited By: WNY MMA & Fitness.

WNY MMA and Fitness: How to Use Hand Wraps.

1. Choose the right wrap. There are many different types of wraps, and here at WNY MMA and Fitness we feel it's important to choose one the one that will work best for the size of your hands and the type of boxing you intend to do. Consider these options when you're picking out a wrap to buy:

   • Cotton wraps are a good choice for frequent training. They come in adult and junior lengths, and they are secured with velcro at the end.
     
   • Mexican wraps are similar to cotton wraps but they are woven with elastic fibers, so they mold to the hand more easily. They aren't quite as durable as cotton wraps because the elastic gets worn out over time, but they're a good option for training.
     
   • Gel wraps aren't actually woven onto the hand, but are slipped on like fingerless gloves. They are more expensive than cotton or Mexican wraps. They are convenient to slip on, but they don't provide as much wrist support as traditional wraps, and for that reason serious boxers don't usually opt for gels.
     
   • Competition wraps are composed of gauze and tape. Boxing rulebooks specify the exact amount that can be used, to make sure each boxer has the same amount of padding. Since these wraps aren't reusable, they aren't practical for use during everyday training. The wrapping technique for competition wraps is also different and should be done with a partner or coach. See this professional wrapping method for more information.
     
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   • The wrap should be flat and directly overlap itself with each turn.
   • If you find that you need to add or reduce length to the wrap at the end, adjust the number of times you wrap your wrist.
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   • Wind the wrap from the inside of your wrist over the top of the hand and between the pinky and ring finger.
     
   • Wind it back from the inside of the wrist over the top of the hand and between the ring finger and middle finger.
     
   • Wind it again from the inside of the wrist over the top of the hand and between the middle finger and index finger. Finish at the inside of the wrist.
     
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10. Original Post from WikiHow.com    Edited By Ted Fisher