What To Eat and Drink After You Weigh In For Muay Thai, MMA, & Boxing
Anything above about 60% of your maximum intensity will be fuelled predominantly by carbohydrates. So, it’s vital we put these back in to ensure you can access these top gears.
Nobody wants to be stuck in gear 1 or 2 while their opponent is drowning them with seemingly relentless cardio and overwhelming power.
How Do Weight Cuts Differ in Thailand VS Western Countries?
For a bit of context, I’ve fought, trained, and cut weight in both Thailand and the UK; and I currently live in Thailand. I’ve experienced both ‘styles’ of weight cutting personally, and also through the clients that I’ve worked with across many different cultures worldwide.
Creating Your Fight Camp Nutrition Strategy
Weight classes exist in combat sports to promote fair matchups of similar-sized opponents.
Many athletes aim to compete in the lowest weight class possible, believing this gives them a competitive edge.
Dehydration and energy restriction, both short- and long-term are often used to make weight.
This article outlines key principles to make weight gradually and avoid negative health and performance effects associated with traditional weight-making strategies.