Page 24 - Muay Thai Training Exercises

1. Facts Worth Knowing about
Training

The ghters in Muay Thai fascinate audiences with
spectacular displays. They attack each other for ve
rounds with outstanding athleticism and a strong will to
succeed, encouraged by the cheering crowds. Thai boxers
must undergo long and extremely intensive training before
they can participate in competitions. They must have
studied a variety of attacking techniques to perfection and
must master a repertoire of defense and counter
techniques against all of the opponent’s attacks. Of utmost
importance is complete training in all facets of physical
tness, as only thoroughly prepared athletes can succeed
in competition. Should an opponent detect any weak
spots, these will be attacked without mercy.
Intensive training is required to reach the level of a top
athlete. The practitioner’s lifestyle must also be adapted to
the requirements of the martial art. With the right
training, though, a young athlete will have no obstacle to
emulating the best athletes of Muay Thai. Thai boxing
training is also an excellent means for a tness-oriented