Finger and hand injuries are common in contact sports, like volleyball and basketball. But they can also occur in other activities like skiing, biking and skating when one or more fingers bend in the wrong direction. Such injuries may also occur due to accidents involving collisions with objects or other people. Fortunately, there is an easy […]
Proper clothing plays a very important role in all types of martial arts, whether it is judo, mixed martial arts or wrestling. And in each case, it serves a different purpose. For instance, in martial arts like judo, a common judo uniform helps instil a sense of pride while making the participants and the combat environment easily visible. In […]
Do you consider yourself to be an amateur boxer? Then you might have heard about focus mitt drills. These drills are incredibly useful for improving the overall boxing skills of an individual. In fact, most professional boxers will swear by the benefits of focus mitt drills. They help you improve punching techniques while enhancing your overall speed, reflexes […]
If you follow any martial arts competition which involves taking blows to the face, you may have seen the fighters put on mouthguards. Competitors in a combat sport must wear mouthguards to protect themselves from extreme mouth injuries. If neglected, the resulting injury can be debilitating and quite painful. No one likes long-lasting consequences born of […]
Like mixed martial arts, muay Thai, boxing, etc., Brazilian jiu jitsu has its own gear specially designed for grappling and rolling. You can’t wear your usual clothes for a BJJ class as friction, sweat, and germs can cause multiple problems during sparring. Besides, your training partners would be in for a treat after seeing you […]
Training with punching bags can be excellent for strengthening your arm muscles for boxing. That’s why many professionals prefer to use punching bags without gloves. While beginners use boxing gloves during the early stages of their boxing or MMA training, they often shift to bare-knuckle training as they progress. Punching heavy bags without gloves can help to […]
After watching Enter The Dragon for the tenth time, you have just signed up for karate classes but forgot to buy proper training gear. But what’s the worry? All Bruce Lee has is a cloth wrapped around his hands, so you do the same thing and head down to your first karate class, ready to beat every […]
Boxing is ideal for achieving a toned look and will come in handy for self-defence. Of course, going to the gym and having a trainer supervise your boxing moves is the best way to stay motivated to achieve a healthy body. But with a busy lifestyle, commuting to the gym daily may become a hassle, causing you […]
Muay Thai is a sport that demands raw power, and having the most powerful punch can guarantee you victory in any match. Most professional athletes spend years training to improve their punches and make them more powerful. However, there is a quicker way of increasing your punches’ power, but it comes with some challenges. You will […]
One thing is for sure – any martial arts training program will require a brief recovery period before moving on to the next season. The fact is, the amount of training invested in the practice rooms and gyms is not enough. A carefully prepared plan for rest and recovery is crucial for getting the results […]
