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On one hand, you have MMA which typically requires at least a base level of proficiency in both striking and grappling arts, on the other hand, you have boxing, a sport where only the most honed,...
Lethwei, Burmese bare-knuckle boxing, is a martial art that is highly likely to cause the most injuries because there are two key factors that accentuate Lethwei's natural proclivity for injuries:...
What Are Liver Shots In Combat Sports/MMA? A Beginner’s Guide
The liver shot is a punch, kick, or knee strike that lands under the 9th and 10th rib on the right side of the abdomen and damages the liver, the largest organ in the human body responsible for blood...
What Was The Very First Martial Art? How Martial Arts Started
Kalaripayattu is the first martial art that can be traced back to a combat sport that was actually used in combat on the battlefield. Kalaripayattu spread to China through the Indian Buddhist monk,...
How Many Times A Year Do UFC Fighters Fight? Fully Explained
In short, UFC fighters fight around 2 or 3 times per year on average. Unranked to low-ranked fighters who are working their way up the ranking may fight up to 5 times in a single year, while...
Creatine is widely used in MMA. It aids the development of muscle mass and boosts strength. It also helps to lower recovery times. The downsides are minimal. The side effects are mild and it isn’t...