FOODS YOU THINK ARE HEALTHY BUT MIGHT SLOW YOU DOWN IN TRAINING

When it comes to fueling your Muay Thai training, not all “healthy” foods are created equal.

For Muay Thai fighters, a well-balanced diet is crucial for optimizing performance and recovery. Proteins play a vital role in muscle repair, so incorporating lean meats, eggs, and legumes is essential.

Alongside protein, carbohydrates serve as the primary energy source needed for high-intensity training. Focusing on complex carbohydrates, such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, provides sustained energy while also offering important fiber for digestion.

Healthy fats, found in sources like avocados and nuts, contribute to hormone production and joint health, supporting overall performance and recovery.

In addition to macronutrients, vitamins and minerals are crucial for maintaining bodily functions and enhancing training outcomes. B vitamins are essential for energy production, while vitamin C supports immune...

Great Fighters Are Fed, Not Bred

From Muay Thai Guy

Want to train and fight in top condition? It all begins with your diet.

Let’s get this out of the way: I am not a nutritionist.

I am, however, a former fighter who, like most of you, is always searching for tools and diets that will improve my daily living.

We all know that nutrition is the foundation to our performances and well-being. Below is a list of three superfoods that have helped me tremendously. Keep in mind that we are all different and what may work for me may not work for you.

Superfood: BEET JUICE

Beet root contains essential minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, sodium, zinc, and copper, just to name a few.

According to a 2012 study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, consuming nitrate-rich beetroot improved running performance in healthy adults. In addition to that, in 2014, the ...