TMTG 007: Why We Train Muay Thai

The Muay Thai Guys Podcast – Episode 7

Why Muay Thai? Why not train and compete in any of the other marital arts like MMA, Taekwondo, Jiu Jistu or Karate?

Everyone has a different reason and story behind why they chose Muay Thai over other combat sports and in this episode of The Muay Thai Guys Podcast, Sean and Paul discuss their journeys starting all the way from the beginning. Besides sharing their experiences in the Muay Thai world, they also discuss...

• How Muay Thai has impacted other areas of their lives.
• The habits and attributes that come with training and fighting Muay Thai.
• The purpose behind why they fight.
• Obstacles and challenges that they've faced throughout their careers.
• Why the Muay Thai scene is different than other fight sports like MMA.
• The struggle of cutting weight and how it affects their mentality.
• What type of sacrifices they have to make to get to where they are today.
• How motivation comes and goes and what they do to stay focused on their goals.
• And much, much more!

PLUS a preview of the upcoming GLORY 24 fights in Denver!

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TMTG 006: Top 6 Recovery Methods For Muay Thai

The Muay Thai Guys Podcast - Episode 6

Recovery can NOT be overlooked if you are a Muay Thai athlete. Taking care of your body (and mind) should be a top priority in order to make sure you reach your goals faster by getting the most out of your training sessions.

In this episode, Sean and Paul talk about their favorite methods for recovering after grueling training sessions and fights, such as:

1. Rest and Recovery - Good sleep is important! Listen in on tips on how to sleep like a baby so you can train like a BEAST!
2. Massage - The benefits (besides feeling amazing) of getting massaged after a long week of training.
3. Foam Rolling - When and how to use the foam roller for maximum recovery.
4. Mobility and Stretching - Learn about the best types of mobility training and stretching to loosen up your limbs and keep you from getting injured!
5. Periodized Training - The benefits of periodizing your strength and conditioning workouts so you're still able to recover in time for your Muay Thai skill training.
6. Nutriton - What types of foods should you be eating? When and how much should you eat? Listen in on the best foods to enhance your immune system and increase your energy levels.

PLUS a preview of the upcoming Lion Fight 24 fights at Foxwoods Casino!

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The Muay Thai Guys come out with NEW episodes almost every week! Make sure you don't miss one by subscribing via one of the options below:

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Have any questions or suggestions for topics? Contact Sean or comment below with your ideas and maybe your topic will be covered in the next episode!

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TMTG 005: Finding The Perfect Gym & Taking Your 1st Class

The Muay Thai Guys - Episode 5

It can be difficult (and intimidating) going to a new Muay Thai gym to try out a class for the first time. Whether you're just starting out in Muay Thai or have years of experience in the sport, it's absolutely crucial to know what to look for when scouting out new gyms to train at.

In the most recent episode of The Muay Thai Guys podcast, Paul and I discuss our tips and advice for choosing a new gym and taking your first class:

• How to research nearby gyms.
• What to look for in an instructor (credentials, experience etc.)
• The scheduling, pricing and quality of classes and instruction.
• What to expect during your first class.
• The importance of mingling with other students and being open and friendly.
• Why you should know your training goals before taking your first class.
• General advice on how to make the most out of your training session.
• And much, much more!

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TMTG 004: Mental Training Tips and Strategies For Muay Thai

The Muay Thai Guys Podcast - Episode 4

The mind is arguably the most powerful and influential tool in helping you be the best Nak Muay you can be. Yet so many people neglect to set the time aside to focus on actual mental training exercises. In this podcast episode, Paul and I discuss the mental side of Muay Thai and how we prepare ourselves for fight night.

• How we deal with nerves and emotions before our fights.
• Different mental training techniques we use to get focused in on training or a fight.
• Why visualization and meditation are great additions to your daily routine.
• How challenging yourself in uncomfortable situations will make you mentally and physically stronger.
• And much more.

Click here to listen to TMTG 004: Mental Training Tips and Strategies for Muay Thai

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TMTG 003: Weight Cutting Tips and Methods

The Muay Thai Guys – Episode 3

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TMTG 002: Top 5 Cross-Training Methods for Muay Thai

The Muay Thai Guys Podcast – Episode 2

Training Muay Thai 24/7 can get very mundane and boring, so implementing other forms of training is key if you want to avoid hitting any plateaus.

Sean and Paul talk about their favorite cross-trianing methods and discuss the pros and cons of each.

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TMTG 001: Thailand Training Tips & Lion Fight 23 Preview

The Muay Thai Guys Podcast – Episode 1

In the first ever episode, Paul and Sean talk about their experiences traveling, training and fighting in Thailand.

They share their stories of training camp, fighting, the food and all the logistics that go into planning a trip to the mecca of Muay Thai. They also discuss how traveling to Thailand was a life-changing experience and how important it has been to their careers so far.

With a stacked card at Lion Fight 23 coming up, The Muay Thai Guys also discuss match-ups that they are excited to see and make a few predictions for fight night.

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