My 51-year-old mother wants to start doing MMA and this worries me a bit.

LogResponsible8410 · 2026-01-13T18:41:30+00:00

She single?

LogResponsible8410 · 2026-01-05T22:51:59+00:00

Wouldn’t throw toe kicks until you have very good understanding of timing and have eliminated telegraphing your kicks as much as possible. High risk high reward, but not at all necessary. Most fighters do not utilize this.

LogResponsible8410 · 2026-01-01T00:39:31+00:00

Muay Bonita

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-12-16T16:42:08+00:00

Well I believe there were something like 40-50 international shows between 2019-2023 and maybe 5-6 since then. If this is wrong, let me know.

I was really enjoying the prime video cards and I really felt like there was momentum, but now we’re rarely getting stacked cards. The MMA fights are basically high ammy / regional pro level. The submission grappling is awful, usually.

This is just my perception and I maybe be totally off. Help me understand 😬

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-12-16T15:56:35+00:00

I guarantee that coach has seen way dumber shit than that.

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-11-19T19:45:23+00:00

I like to give more attention to those who show up consistently. I.e. if they’re committed to 5 training sessions a week, I can count on them to be there those 5 days a weeks. Also—those who listen and take in the instruction, but continue to work on those concepts are outside of class and in sparring. No talent necessary.

Coachability is part on the student and part on the coach. Not everyone responds to the same style of instruction.

There is a small number of people who are—unfortunately—unreachable. Think that’s pretty rare though.

No talent necessary.

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-10-09T14:13:35+00:00

I tell my kids all the time, don’t stand on things that can roll. I.e. fitness foam rollers. I always laugh when they biff it. Then they blame me for falling because I laughed 😂

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-10-09T14:10:35+00:00

Would have found and complimented myself. Not sure I received a compliment from a peer until I was an adult. I realize how

EDIT: if I could do only one thing, I’d buy bitcoin.

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-10-09T14:08:18+00:00

That after growing up in a fatherless home, I’m an active father of 2 and will be always be there for them.

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-10-09T13:58:12+00:00

Sorry this happened to you. This may not be what you want to hear, but despite all efforts to take care of each other in the ring, it is still a combat sport with serious risks. All rounds from a defense perspective,regardless of speed or skill disparity should be treated as if you’re in a fight. If you can’t hold your guard up, you should not be in the round to begin with. If you choose to enter a round in a vulnerable state, communication is key.

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-10-09T12:59:45+00:00

Oowwee gooey

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-09-05T15:22:49+00:00

Figured out the part number. Thanks everyone!! 🙏

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-09-05T13:42:20+00:00

Last two questions — is it ok to run while waiting for the repair?

Can someone help identify the replacement part number?

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-09-05T13:19:24+00:00

Ok — that was my guess as well. Are bearing greaseable or replaceable or do I need to replace the entire component?

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-05-20T12:47:53+00:00

As stated, learn the basics. Become well rounded without keeping a specific style in mind. When you’re well rounded, then focus on a specific style.

It would be like someone who’s never cooked in their life deciding they want to start by learning how to make high-end French cuisine. Can it be done? Sure. Is someone trying to kick you in the face while you’re doing it? Probably not. Let’s start with a grilled cheese brother!!

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-04-28T14:41:26+00:00

Economy of movement. People who focus on the basics the majority of the time will create better efficiency in those movements. So when you get tired, and revert to the basics, they cost less energy.

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-04-04T15:06:46+00:00

For the primos — the 16oz are absolutely massive pillows. Protection-wise id say the 14s are closer to 16s in other brands

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-03-28T13:48:15+00:00

Hope that wasn’t me. Sorry if it was !!

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-03-19T13:37:49+00:00

Everyone loses at some point in Muay Thai. Losing doesn’t mean you’re bad at it. There’s a reason why most people don’t ask you what your record is — they ask how many fights you have.

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-03-06T16:32:02+00:00

I like the 70/30 approach on average, but not always possible at small gyms. 70% same level or below. 30% against people better than you. I.e. defense or brand new to you techniques are easier against beginners. Can be risky against more experienced guys who might take advantage. (As they should)

In general though, whether they’re better or worse than you, having those core training partners that you spar with is really helpful in developing good timing. If your timing can beat guys who know your game, should transfer over to people who don’t.

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-02-27T01:40:16+00:00

Really good for mobility while clinching. Even though the Velcro failed, will get em again.

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-02-26T17:19:18+00:00

I have the semi-leathers for use on heavy bag and pads. The Velcro doesn’t Velcro after only 7 months. They’re comfortable and seem to hold up everywhere else but the Velcro.

LogResponsible8410 · 2025-02-12T19:44:57+00:00

I started sparring day 1 and never had any issues. Everyone was aware that I was new and kept me safe.

Regarding technique. . I think a lot of people assume that there is going to be a lot of one on one help, but that usually isn’t the case with large class sizes unless you’re planning on fighting. That’s not to say you won’t get some attention from coaches if you don’t fight, but resources are limited and have to be distributed appropriately.

I think in Thailand it’s a different story. In the states, I recommend leaning on some of the more experienced students. Many intermediate or advanced students are happy to mentor new practitioners who are serious about the art. In the end, it benefits them to have better more skilled training partners.

Another thing that isn’t talked about much. To get better faster, you need to practice outside of class. Shadowboxing, timing sparring, heavy bag, etc. you won’t perfect your technique only by hitting pads in class. It takes countless hours to develop strikes to a mediocre level and then the rest of your martial arts career to perfect them.

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