The Muay Thai Guys Podcast: May 2016

Sunday, May 29, 2016

TMTG 034: Fighting In A Muay Thai Tournament: Tips, Tactics and Strategies

The Muay Thai Guys Podcast - Episode 34

One of the biggest tests of courage, toughness and heart is when you are scheduled to fight multiple times over the course of a few days... needless to say, it is NOT easy!

When it comes to preparing for a tournament (both mentally AND physically) there are a lot of things to consider if you decide to test yourself in this type of competition. Paul and I discuss our training methods the fight strategies we've used in past tournaments as well as:

The benefits of fighting in a tournament (i.e. gaining experience, improving your technique etc.)
What tournaments to consider fighting on in the US.
How to choose which type of ruleset/division you want to fight in.
Why having a solid aerobic base will be crucial to your success in a tournament.
Why training multiple times a day is one of the best ways to prepare yourself for multiple fights.
The importance of cooling down, warming up and taking care of injuries.
Strategies and tactics to consider when fighting in a Muay Thai tournament.
Why the most technical fighters tend to come out on top at the end of the day.
How having a strong clinch game can help you win fights AND avoid injuries.
What type of food/nutrition you should be eating before, between and after fights.
And much MUCH more!

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Monday, May 16, 2016

TMTG 033: Muay Thai Supplement Chat with Jerry Teixeira of PNP Supplements

The Muay Thai Guys Podcast - Episode 33

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Early on in my career I avoided taking supplements for my Muay Thai training because I used to be HARD into the type of shitty supplements that destroy your body and get you killed, i.e. Jack3d, NO xplode etc. I was also a believer in getting all my nutrients directly from natural foods, but after doing more research I decided it'd be beneficial to my training if I added healthy supplements to my routine.

And that's where I found Jerry Teixeira of PNP Supplements.

If you've been following Muay Thai Guy you've probably heard of Jerry and PNP Supplements before, but this time we get to chat with him about his company and supplements to pick his brain on a few things:

How and why he got started creating supplements.
Why "Cardio Surge" was his first supplement and how it became a big hit with athletes.
Why he believes having a good, healthy diet is important before supplementing.
What made him decide to work on this business full time and escape the 9-5.
What his goals are for PNP Supplements.
And much more!

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Monday, May 9, 2016

TMTG 032: 10 Mistakes Made When Training Muay Thai in Thailand

The Muay Thai Guys Podcast – Episode 32

Everyone makes mistakes when they first make the voyage to Thailand to train Muay Thai, but you can avoid some of these common mistakes by learning from people who’ve already made them… like myself and Paul.

In this most recent podcast episode, Paul and I discuss the most common mistakes we made (and still continue to make) whenever we make the trip to Thailand. If you’re heading to Thailand in the near future, this podcast is a MUST listen to because it covers the top 10 mistakes including:

Not Doing It Sooner – Putting off your trip to Thailand can result in you NEVER making the trip. The sooner you go the better because it will open new doors of opportunity for you and open your eyes to new possibilities.
Not Planning Ahead – Although you want to do it as soon as possible, you do need to plan accordingly in order to make sure you have enough money and plan the proper itinerary for your trip. Taking time off work, saving money and putting everything in order is key in order to have a successful trip abroad.
Overpacking – It’s going to happen. Try to avoid packing excess clothes, books and memorabilia that won’t be necessary for your trip. More often than not, you can pick up extra clothes and accessories while in Thailand for MUCH cheaper than back home. Plus, carrying extra luggage around while your traveling throughout Thailand is a major pain in the ass.
Falling Into The Sexy Trap – The nightlife can consume you with exotic dancers, ladyboys, ping pong shows and the crazy raves.
Not Falling Into The Sexy Trap – Although you don’t want to succumb to temptaion on a regular basis, it is important to enjoy your time in Thailand by making sure you experience the culture and other things it has to offer other than the training… just keep it balanced!
Drinking The Tap Water – JUST DON’T DO IT!!!
Not Taking Your Shoes Off – It’s customary to take your shoes off when entering peoples homes or places of worship. If you see a line of shoes on the outside of a store, you should take off your shoes to show respect.
Scams – There are all types of scams from motorbike renters to tuk-tuk drivers and more. Do your research and go to Thailand with an idea of what type of scams most tourists fall trap to.
Not Taking Photos Of Rentals – Like I mentioned, it is very easy to get scammed by motorbike (and other) rentals if you aren’t careful, so make sure you take pictures of whatever you rent so you can prove that there was no damage done when you return your vehicle.
Becoming Frustrated/Angry – The Thai’s are mild-mannered people and they see it as disrespectful if you show too much emotion or anger when out in public or during training.

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Monday, May 2, 2016

TMTG 031: Inside The Fighters Mind - A Post Fight Therapy Session

The Muay Thai Guys Podcast - Episode 31

Ever wonder what's going on inside a mind of a fighter?

The amount of thoughts that run through a fighter mind before, during and after a fight is just insane and can make the average person crumble with anxiety, doubt and fear. But that's what makes fighters so incredibly unique -- the ability to overcome the ups and downs of a fight career.

In this podcast episode, Paul and I decide to sit down and shoot the shit about Paul's title fight that went down a few nights ago. He lost a close split-decision in an epic 5-round fight that was full of back and forth exchanges with both fighters being rocked at multiple points in the fight. He shares his thoughts about the fight as well as some major insights on what goes on inside the mind of a fighter.

For this podcast we just started recording and talked about a number of experiences and philosophies we have on life, fighting and so much more. This podcast is as real as it gets, so give it a listen!

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