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Zack is an avid jiu jitsu practitioner and martial arts nerd. He currently holds a brown belt in BJJ. When not on the mats or in the gym, he can be found going for walks with his wife, attempting (and often failing) to train his dog, and frequently obsessing over a specific hobby only to forget about it a week later.

Muay Thai History, Origin, and Benefits (Timeline and Full Breakdown Inside)

Muay Thai originated as a close combat battlefield technique among ancient Thai warriors, and by the 17th century, it had evolved into a sport with organized matches to entertain Siamese royalty.

The 18th century saw the rise of Nai Khanom Tom, the “Father of Muay Thai,” who earned his freedom and legendary status by defeating a Burmese fighter.

The 19th century marked the Golden Age of Muay Thai, with the sport becoming a national pastime, and the 20th century introduced modern rules, gloves, and safety equipment, transforming Muay Thai into a global sport.

Today, Muay Thai is recognized internationally, with its potential inclusion in the Olympics highlighting its continued evolution and popularity.

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Muay Thai vs BJJ – Which is Better (In-Depth Guide and Infographic)

Muay thai is striking based with very little grappling aside from standing clinch work and no ground fighting or submissions.

While Brazilian Jiu Jitsu includes no strikes whatsoever and is purely grappling and ground fighting based and includes a large variety of submissions.

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100+ Best Jiu Jitsu Tattoos: Ideas, Inspiration, and Care Guide (Updated!)

Here is our post on Brazilian jiu jitsu tattoos – everything from armbar tattoos to minimalist jiu jitsu tattoos and even American trtadition jiu jitsu tattoos.

If you’re looking for jiu jitsu tattoo ideas whether small or large you’ve come to the right place.

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