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Increase the Power of Your Muay Thai Kicks
Weak roundhouse kicks in Muay Thai aren’t about lack of strength — they’re usually the result of small technical mistakes that hold you back. Fix the fundamentals, and you’ll unlock power you didn’t even realize you had.
How Muay Thai Fights Are Scored in Thailand
Almost everyone who watches Muay Thai in Thailand has, at some point, been confused by a decision. That’s because the scoring system can differ quite a bit from what you might see in Europe or North America. Below is a clear breakdown of what judges and referees in Thailand look for when scoring a fight.
Tichag — the most complex strike in Muay Thai
Tichag (เตะเข่า) is a jumping knee strike, one of the most spectacular and technically challenging strikes in a Muay Thai fighter's arsenal. This strike has become the hallmark of the great Buakaw.
Tichag — the most complex strike in Muay Thai
Tichag (เตะเข่า) is a jumping knee strike, one of the most spectacular and technically challenging strikes in a Muay Thai fighter's arsenal. This strike has become the hallmark of the great Buakaw.
Tichag — the most complex strike in Muay Thai
Tichag (เตะเข่า) is a jumping knee strike, one of the most spectacular and technically challenging strikes in a Muay Thai fighter's arsenal. This strike has become the hallmark of the great Buakaw.
Tichag — the most complex strike in Muay Thai
Tichag (เตะเข่า) is a jumping knee strike, one of the most spectacular and technically challenging strikes in a Muay Thai fighter's arsenal. This strike has become the hallmark of the great Buakaw.
Tichag — the most complex strike in Muay Thai
Tichag (เตะเข่า) is a jumping knee strike, one of the most spectacular and technically challenging strikes in a Muay Thai fighter's arsenal. This strike has become the hallmark of the great Buakaw.
