A step-by-step guide to all things Muay Thai—with historical insights, training programs and schedules, and technical demonstrations by Muay Thai champions. In this hands-on manual, renowned trainer Christoph Delp offers a crash course in Muay Thai, or Thai Boxing, which combines fitness training, self-defense, and competitive sport. The guide covers: • Muay Thai history, rules, and equipment • basic but essential skills, including starting positions and footwork • all attacking techniques and select defensive techniques and strategies • training regimen structure, content, planning, and scheduling • historical training methods and stretching programs Featuring detailed demonstrations by Thai champions from Bangkok’s famed Sor Vorapin gym, Muay Thai Basics offers authoritative instruction for Thai boxers and other martial arts enthusiasts looking to self-train or supplement their club training.

This book is aimed at the beginner wishing to learn the art of Kickboxing and Muay Thai. It includes a step-by-step technique photo guide. A practical and easy-to-understand beginner's guide to Kickboxing and Muay Thai.

Muay Thai is a century-old fighting system born in Thailand. It offers an enjoyable fitness system that combines cardio, endurance, strength, and conditioning exercises with development of cognitive skills. It enhances concentration and builds a strong and balanced mind. Others find in Muay Thai an exaltation of a combat and a test of ones skills. Whatever one seeks in Muay Thai, it rewards its practitioner with a physically demanding but very gratifying experience. Because of its versatility, this sport is accessible to any person at any age and gender. Not surprisingly, Muay Thai is popular around the world, and some of its techniques are also used by MMA fighters.

Become a champion in the Thai martial arts world with this Muay Thai training guide! Muay Thai (or Thai boxing), the national sport of Thailand, has become one of the most prominent martial arts forms in the mixed martial arts (MMA) arena. Often called "the art of eight limbs," Muay Thai combines the use of punches, kickboxing, elbows, knees and standing grappling moves. Mastering Muay Thai Kick-Boxing is an excellent aid to anyone training in Muay Thai or MMA--new students can learn the moves efficiently, while experienced students will refine their techniques. Author and experienced martial artist Joe Harvey presents students with over 200 color photographs and training aids, such as stepping diagrams, tables, training drills, tips, and more! This Muay Thai book will take your practice of this intense sport to the next level.

A full-color specialized guide for fitness, strength, and cross-training for Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts fighters as well as their trainers Effective martial arts training, especially for a demanding sport like Muay Thai, requires a prudent training plan. In Muay Thai Training Techniques, professional trainer Christoph Delp shows amateur as well as advanced fighters how to best utilize their training time, whether at home or in the gym, alone or with a partner or coach. A comprehensive guide for Muay Thai fighters as well as those utilizing Muay Thai techniques in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Muay Thai Training Techniques includes over 300 full-color illustrations and photos. It teaches effective exercises to improve flexibility, stamina, and strength as well as basic fighting techniques such as feints, counters, and combinations. Muay Thai champions Saiyok Pumphanmuang and Kem Sitsongpeening are featured, demonstrating their own training methods and most effective techniques. Training is broken down into core components that any Muay Thai fighter or instructor can use to help build an individual training plan; several ready-made, detailed training plans are also included for beginners, intermediate, and advanced practitioners. Rounded out with crucial information on nutrition, weight classes, and the importance of regeneration to effective training, Muay Thai Training Techniques will help all Muay Thai fighters to take their practice to the next level.

In the most comprehensive guide available for entry into the fast-growing sport of Muay Thai kickboxing, personal trainer, Thai boxing coach and experienced fighter Chad Boykin leads you through every aspect of the game. Whether you long to test your mettle in the ring or simply get in the best shape of your life, this book will show you how. With clear, instructive photos and descriptions, Boykin demonstrates the conditioning exercises that provide the foundation for the power and speed of Muay Thai. Then he takes you step by step through the brutal elbow and knee strikes, punches, clenches and kicks that form your offensive arsenal, plus the blocks and evasion techniques that will confound your opponent. Training drills teach you to flow from one move to the next with accuracy and confidence. A veteran of the ring, Boykin gives novice fighters inside information on what to expect and offers advice on fighting styles and strategies. Whether you've been participating in kickboxing for years or are new to the sport, this book will give you the edge you need to succeed.

If you want to learn how to fight Muay Thai, then get How to Fight Muay Thai narrated by a real-life Muay Thai instructor. This How to Fight Muay Thai guide will give you all the history, traditions, customs, and basic techniques you need to know to begin Muay Thai. If you've always wanted to start Muay Thai, but weren't sure what the techniques are and how to perform them, How to Fight Muay Thai will explain basic techniques that you can learn quickly. You can then build on those basic techniques. This step-by-step guide will help you begin your Muay Thai journey the right way. Whether you want to improve your current Muay Thai, or start from the beginning, this step-by-step guide will show you basic techniques that you can develop and easily practice on your own. In this audiobook, your questions will be answered as to why certain techniques are performed and why they should be executed correctly to get the most power. Improve your stance to ensure better footwork skills. Learn to carry out basic Muay Thai moves the right way. Get a better workout by practicing correctly and efficiently. Learn the proper way to wrap your hands. What should you expect in your first Muay Thai class? Learn to become more powerful by using the tips and tricks in this step-by-step guide. If you enjoy Muay Thai, then this is the perfect opportunity to live your dream of becoming better at Muay Thai. Advance your conditioning and stamina with the drills in this guide. Discover what you've been missing in your punches or kicks with the detailed instruction. Gain speed and accuracy by following the numerous tips. The ancient art of Muay Thai is more than just fighting; this step-by-step guide will be invaluable to you. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.