In the past year, I have dedicated significantly more time to training in Muay Thai, which included travelling to Thailand and participating in several training camps. One of the aspects that really impressed me wasn't just the training itself, but how much training I was capable of managing. Muay Thai training in Thailand In Thailand, Muay Thai training camps involve training twice-a-day, every day: pads in the morning, running, bag work, clinching, sparring, strength and co

Have you ever taken a hard kick, been caught awkwardly in a clinch, or had your knee forced inwards during sparring? If so, you might have felt that horrible pain on the inside of your knee. An MCL injury could be the cause of this pain. When clients come to me with such an injury, the first question they ask is: “How long until I can train again?” Unfortunately, there isn’t one answer that applies to everyone. It depends on how badly the ligament has been injured, how the kn

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is an excellent combat sport for developing strength, mobility, coordination, and fitness. But like any physical activity, it comes with a risk of injury, particularly because training involves grappling, joint locks, takedowns, repetitive movements, and sustained positions. Understanding the most common BJJ injuries can help practitioners recognize problems early, manage them appropriately, and return to training safely. Why Do BJJ Injuries Happen?

If you work with combat athletes long enough, you'll hear it all. "Just stop for 6-8weeks." "Maybe this sport isn't good for you." "You should consider something lower impact." To most people, that sounds reasonable. To a fighter, it sounds like you don't understand them at all. Combat Sport Isn't Just Exercise Whether it's BJJ, boxing, MMA, wrestling, Muay Thai, this isn't just training. It's: Structure Social life Stress relief Identity Confidence Mental stability For a lot