It has been a few years since I last wrote about Muay Thai legend Buakaw Banchamek. As stated previously, he is one of many fighters who’ve thrived with a simple, yet intense approach to training. The bulk of Buakaw’s work includes running, pad work, bag work, sparring, and calisthenics. He has also been active throughout […]
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Mongolia’s Success In Judo
If you have followed this blog for any amount of time, you know that I am a fan of keeping things simple. I firmly believe that an athlete’s strength and conditioning needs can be fulfilled without an elaborate facility or routine. I also believe it is important to observe and learn from other successful athletes. […]
He’s a Fighter
Throughout this blog’s history, I have featured athletes from all corners of the world who have thrived despite living and training amidst poverty. I have highlighted athletes from countries such as Myanmar, Russia, Ghana, Brazil, Uganda, Cuba, and Thailand. Many of these athletes know nothing of each other, yet share in their quest to fight […]
Lethwei Training Footage
Following my recent entry about lethwei fighters in Myanmar (see here), I was contacted by filmmaker Vincent Giordano. The timing could not have been better as he was recently in Myanmar capturing footage for a new documentary. If you are not familiar with Vincent Giordano, you may wish to visit the link below which includes […]
Forgotten Fighters From Myanmar
Throughout this blog’s history, I’ve featured several athletes who have thrived in rudimentary environments. We have seen fighters in countries such as Thailand, Ghana, Brazil, Cuba, and Uganda. Many of these athletes have excelled at the highest level despite training amidst poverty. In the documentary below, we can add to the list by looking at […]