Grappling
Does Muay Thai Have Grappling?
If you’ve ever seen a Muay Thai match, you know that it mostly consists of brutal strikes back and forth from both fighters. However, you may be wondering what to make of the clinch work used in Muay Thai. Is this intentional? What is the purpose? Is this considered grappling? Today, I’m going to delve into and explain the grappling aspect of Muay Thai. Although it is not as vast as Jiu-Jitsu or wrestling, Muay Thai does have a grappling aspect, as Muay Thai fighters work extensively on their ability in the clinch. A Muay Thai fighter is able to…
Does Karate Teach Grappling? (Karate Ground Fighting)
You are probably familiar with striking techniques in Karate, as every demonstration ever features students breaking boards with their punches and kicks. This may have left you wondering about the many styles of Karate, and if there was ever a grappling component to it. So in this post, I am going to answer the question: Is there grappling in Karate? Yes, there are some forms of grappling in certain Karate styles. Ankō Itosu, an early influencer on karate, spoke of a style of grappling known as Torite, which is based on wrist and small joint manipulation. Another form of grappling…
Can You Train MMA Every Day? (The Truth On Overtraining)
If you train any kind of martial art, then you already know it can be difficult. Between learning new skills, strength training, and sparring, it can be hard to find adequate time to rest. But if you’re reading this, then chances are that you’re debating whether you even need rest. Perhaps you are considering switching up your training every few days, and resting certain muscles. Well in this post, I am going to address those concerns associated with overtraining while answering the question: Can you train MMA every day? Yes, you can train MMA daily without any real physical consequences.…