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Ultimate Guide to the Best Muay Thai Gloves (Updated 2018)

Posted by Ben | Aug 22, 2018 | Boxing Gloves, Training Equipment | 8

This is our ULTIMATE GUIDE to the Best Muay Thai Gloves (and updated for 2018). That means, it’s our best, highly detailed article about the topic. Pure boxing gloves and Muay Thai gloves are interchangeable most of the time, but there are some not-so-subtle differences between the two. If you are a competitive Muay Thai fighter, you should use Muay Thai gloves when you train most of the time. The reason is simple: you will fight under Muay Thai rules and while wearing Muay Thai gloves, therefore you should train with the same gloves you will fight with. Our...

Introducing Our New Brand: MTP Fight Gear

Posted by Ben | Aug 1, 2017 | Muay Thai Equipment Guides, News | 0

MTP Fight Gear is a brand created by Muay Thai Pros dedicated to providing quality Thai Boxing equipment and apparel to people who care about quality and design. We focus on products that reflect a passion for Muay Thai with a sense of style. Our gear philosophy is to craft a no-frills, minimalist style that reflects a traditional Thai design yet crafted with the meticulous style and attention to detail that’s made Thai-made Muay Thai gloves famous around the world. From our classic Dry Fit tees that showcase your love of Muay Thai to our stylish Thai Boxing shorts, to our...

Ultimate Guide to the Best Heart Rate Monitors (UPDATED 2017)

Posted by Ben | Jul 1, 2017 | Training Equipment | 1

There’s dozens, even hundreds, of heart rate monitors available on the market right now. However, not all heart rate monitors are the same. I’ve owned and been using various heart rate monitors for years and it’s a tool that I personally find very effective in my own training. However, the difference between a good heart rate monitor that makes it easy to track your training progress, and a bad heart rate monitor means, for many people, the difference between actually using the device or not. And trust me here: you want to use a heart rate monitor because it can...

The Ultimate Koh Lanta Travel Guide: Thailand’s Hidden Southern Secret

Posted by Ben | Jun 15, 2017 | Thailand Guides, Travel Guides | 0

Thailand is famous for its raucous nightlife, chaotic capital city, steamy northern jungles, and it’s world-classes beaches. For relaxation and beach time, most travelers will head to Southern Thailand with it’s myriad of breath taking beaches and hundreds of small islands. While some of the Islands make constant press with gigantic beach parties (Koh Phangan), movie-famous beach locations (Koh Phi Phi), and sunny expat heaven (Phuket), there’s a few lesser known islands that offer some of the best Island experiences in Thailand: beautiful beaches, stunning jungles, great food and a wide-range of accommodation for all budgets without being overcrowded...

A Comprehensive Buyer’s Guide to Muay Thai Shorts

Posted by Ben | Jun 1, 2017 | Training Equipment, Training Products | 15

When it comes to choosing the perfect pair of Muay Thai shorts there are plenty of options that are available. However, the size and style of shorts that you use will often come down to personal preferences. But there are some important things you should know first before buying a pair. While every Muay Thai brand offers a variety of shorts, this guide will break down everything you need to know about purchasing the right pair of shorts for your training. Our Recommended Pick MTP Fight Gear Shorts We have released our own brand of Muay Thai shorts since...