When you think of “slick,” “crafty,” and “unpredictable,” there’s one name that stands out in the ONE Championship Muay Thai world: Eddie Abasolo. Known for his unique, almost unbreakable flow, Abasolo has redefined the approach to fighting for countless [...]
Is sparring in fight camp a smart move or a dangerous gamble? As fight night gets closer, every decision you make in training counts, and few choices are as critical—or risky—as sparring in fight camp. On one hand, it’s [...]
Fight prep sparring is different to regular sparring. It's more "specific". It should increase familiarity with competing in the ring. Novice fighters will find this invaluable, and experienced fighters get to sharpen their fight IQ in increasingly fight-specific environmental [...]
If you're anything like me, there was a time you felt silly Muay Thai shadow boxing. Maybe you still do. Muay Thai is about inflicting damage and having an effect... Lashing out in mid-air feels, well, lame! But, I [...]
If you’re an orthodox fighter who’s never drilled in a southpaw stance, you’re leaving yourself open to attack—and trust me, that’s a vulnerability you can’t afford in the ring. Whether you're throwing a punch, missing a strike, or just [...]
Muay Thai combos are more than just technique—they’re about flow and adaptability. In this video, Damien Trainor breaks down how to turn simple drills into seamless combinations that work in real fights. Whether you're training or preparing for a [...]
Asa Ten Pow Has His Own Fight Style From traditional martial arts roots to becoming a knockout sensation in multiple combat sports, Asa Ten Pow's journey is a testament to adaptability and evolution. Starting with a strong foundation in [...]
In part 4, scientific skills training for fighters becomes PLAYFUL! We discuss a continuum from deliberate practice – where skill training is structured and effortful, to deliberate play – where skill training is creative and enjoyable. And how there's [...]
In part 3, scientific skills training for fighters becomes STRUCTURED! "In ain't what you do, it's the way that you do it." Structure is everything. We discuss placing skills training in a periodised progression (as you approach a fight), [...]
In this first episode, we begin looking at how scientific skills training for fighters can accelerate your Muay Thai skill development by answering two fundamental questions: What’s the quickest way to learn a new Muay Thai skill with the [...]
I've always been able to take a body shot. A bulletproof core has always been my superpower. It allowed me to become a dominant Muay Khao fighter, completely unfazed by trading the heaviest of knees in the clinch... Confident [...]
Unlike many sports, in Muay Thai you can excel regardless of your stature or body type. It's possible to find a personal Muay Thai style just for you. Tall fighters, short fighters, strong fighters, fast fighters! With so many [...]
Now in my fifties, the training mistakes I made as a young fighter are finally catching up with me... If some training is good, and more means quicker results, then even more training is even better, right? That's how [...]
Why can't you fight how you spar in training? Why are you so stiff, clumsy, and fatigued? The key to understanding your first fight performance is to recognise the undeniable influence of your psychology on your physiology! Yerkes-Dodson anyone? [...]
Welcome back to part 2 of Training Youth Fighters! In this episode, we continue our exploration into the art of training youth fighters, focusing on the crucial concept of finding balance. Join me as we dive deep into the [...]
Janet Todd – Farewell Fight Join us for an exclusive interview with Janet Todd, the reigning Atomweight Kickboxing World Champion, as she shares invaluable insights and tips on how to stay at the top of your game while having [...]
Join me in this video coaching session as I share a series of Muay Thai pad work drills using a concept I call “Observation Clusters”. I'll guide you through advanced techniques designed to sharpen your combat skills and enhance [...]
Muay Thai head movement is subtle... Want to get better at slipping punches and angling off attacks? In this video, I break down my go-to combo for drilling evasive Muay Thai head movement - the classic 1-2-3 of jab, [...]
Muay Thai sport specific training has it's place. But there are hidden risks. Many fighters don't realise there's a tipping point where more sport-specific training stops helping and starts increasing overuse injury risk instead. The more training hours you [...]
Ironically, a fighter's enthusiasm to dominate in the ring might lead them down the wrong path— both when training muscle endurance and strategically on fight night. By making smarter decisions regarding how you train your Muay Thai conditioning, you'll [...]
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