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Stepping onto the mats in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) means entering one of the most rigorous, slow-moving ranking systems in all of martial arts. Unlike sports where you might earn a...

When you step into a striking gym for the first time, all your attention naturally goes to the boxing gloves. You want to pick the right color, the right weight,...

When you first walk into a boxing or Muay Thai gym, it’s highly tempting to take the budget route on your equipment. You head over to a big-box sporting goods...

If you walk into a modern Mixed Martial Arts academy during a No-Gi BJJ or sparring block, you will notice a distinct divide in apparel choices. Half the room will...

If you step inside a high-level Muay Thai camp in Thailand or a combat sports academy anywhere in the world, the sounds of pad work are unmistakable. But if you...

If you step into a Taekwondo dojang or a modern kickboxing academy, you will immediately notice a unique training tool hanging from the equipment racks. Unlike the heavy, dense rectangular...

If you look into the gear bag of a modern combat sports athlete, you’ll likely see a massive crossover of equipment. Strikers routinely jump between Boxing, Muay Thai, and Kickboxing...

Buying an unfilled grappling dummy is a fantastic, budget-friendly way to bring a permanent training partner into your home gym. It lets you drill triangles, armbars, and transition mechanics whenever...

When mixed martial arts first exploded onto the global stage, fighters walked into the cage wearing whatever they had on hand. You’d see traditional boxing trunks, satin Muay Thai shorts,...