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Sprinting vs Long Distance Running: What Builds Better Stamina for Boxing, MMA, Muay Thai & Kickboxing?

Combat athletes often debate the best conditioning work: should you run long miles or do explosive sprints? The truth is both are essential—but they support stamina in different ways. In... Read more...

Boxing Gloves vs Muay Thai Gloves vs Kickboxing Gloves

“Listen to your hand first” should be the mantra when shopping for gloves, because comfort and fit directly affect safety. A glove that matches your hand size, knuckle alignment, and... Read more...

The Liver Shot. Does Conditioning Help?

Learn why liver shots hurt so much—and how fighters in boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, and MMA can prepare, brace, and recover faster. A quick, no-nonsense guide to improving body conditioning,... Read more...

Your Hands are your business: Top 3 Hand Injuries Every Boxer (and Coach) Needs to Fear — and How to Fix Them Fast

Hands are your business. One wrong punch, sloppy wrap, or bad land and your entire training schedule — maybe your career — can grind to a halt. Below I break... Read more...

Top 3 Medical Stoppages in Boxing

Boxing is a sport of precision and resilience, and most fighters prefer to keep fighting no matter how bad it gets. However, certain injuries can lead to a fight being... Read more...

Nosebleeds and Broken Noses in Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, MMA and Combat Sports

Nosebleeds are part of the sport — but knowing which type you’re dealing with and how to respond makes all the difference between a quick fix and a serious medical... Read more...

Got Knocked Out in the Ring? Do This to Prevent Permanent Brain Damage.

Getting knocked out in sparring in boxing, MMA, kick boxing, or Muay Thai can be serious. Even a split second of blackout can mean a concussion or worse. Most fighters... Read more...

Sparring and Brain Health: Myths, Truths, and How to Stay Safe in the Ring

If you’ve ever laced up gloves, chances are you’ve heard heated debates about sparring. Some folks say it’s the “real education” in boxing. Others warn it’s a one-way ticket to... Read more...

Weather and Leather: How to Care for Genuine Leather Boxing Gloves in Any Climate

Is genuine leather boxing gloves care & maintenance different depending on climate and location? Read more...

Leather vs. Synthetic Boxing Gloves: The Puncher’s Dilemma You’re Probably Overlooking

When it comes to choosing between genuine leather and synthetic leather boxing gloves, most discussions stop at “leather lasts longer” and “synthetic is cheaper.” But if you dig deeper —... Read more...