Muay Taweesit, Western Boxing and the development of modern Muay Thai. by Marco De Cesaris Master Kimseng Taweesit was one of the most prominent figures of Muay in modern times. Born in Bangkok in 1890 he was sent to Singapore by his parents to attend school there when he was 14 years old. Singapore in […]

The forgotten science of the vertical punch Exponents of ancient fighting arts such as Pankration and Pugilatum, European medieval combat arts’ experts, Chinese martial artists (image 1) and Siamese warriors (image 2), they all knew the efficiency of the straight vertical punch for hand to hand fighting. Also 18th century bare knuckle boxers and fighters […]

Muay Boran IMBA training system. Develop powerful punches with the elastic band. Becoming a power puncher is a matter of proper training: knowing how to prepare the body of fighters through a series of well-balanced exercises is the duty of a Khru (teacher) worth of his name. One of the boxing-specific training tools that most […]

Iron post training for bareknuckle punching The most peculiar tool used by Muay Boran IMBA practitioners to condition to the highest level the hands (knuckles, edge of hand, palm), forearms (radial and especially ulnar bone), shins, knees and feet (forefoot and heel) is the iron post. Made of a metal core covered by a thin […]

Military Boxing: from Tiger Step to Killing Shift. Good combative footwork is the ability to move the body smoothly and efficiently so that balance is never upset. It involves the possibility to attack or defend at all times. The true essence of Muay is the art of moving at the right time so as to […]

A Knock Out as a result of a fist attack can occur with or without loss of consciousness. Usually, it is the consequence of an acute concussive brain syndrome. In the first case, the affected person loses consciousness instantly and remains unconscious for a few seconds. In the second case, the subject does not lose […]

This was one of the last body blows to be considered illegal in modern boxing. Nevertheless, it represents a formidable asset in every boxer’s arsenal. Especially against opponents whose tendency is to rush in and clinch, this punch can be brought into play with great efficiency. In case of an attempted body clinch, keep one […]

Three main elements are crucial in correct execution of a knock-out punch: 1. Timing 2. Accuracy 3. Correct body mechanics Timing. Any strike that connects with the opponent at the right moment can produce a great damage. Footwork is a fundamental skill that must be acquired by every boxer at a very early stage of […]

Imba Lert Rit – Bare Knuckle Fighting – training methods videos

Imba Lert Rit – Bare Knuckle Fighting – training methods videos

Imba Lert Rit – Bare Knuckle Fighting – training methods videos