Reliable sites for gloves and other MT gear?

Peot · 2012-05-25T10:47:14.181695+00:00

I just ordered a pair of Boon 10oz from muaythai-fighting.com and had it in 5 business days. IIRC, I placed the order at 7am EST and had usable tracking information by 8pm EST that same day.

The gloves were in the original packaging, and there wasn't any noticeable dry-rotting (apparently a semi-common concern from gloves sitting in a damp warehouse for too long) or unusual signs of distress. So, all-in-all, I'd totally order from them again. Shipping isn't cheap from Thailand to the US, but that seems to be an issue from every retailer.

newtokickboxing · 7 days

Upvoted, and I might add: If you don't have access to a level area to sprint, start doing interval training on a stationary bicycle.

Start with 10 minutes, alternating 30 seconds of 15-17mph and then 30 seconds 22-24mph. While you're on the 15-17mph cycle, focus on keeping your breathing deep and even. After a week or two passes, tack another 5 minutes on. Once you can do 20 minutes of 30/30 interval training, you'll notice that you're significantly less winded than before.

Tim_Drake_Wayne · 8 days

Wow...I'm happy that he seems to be steadily doing things that make him happy, but I'm a bit (selfishly) bummed.

Even if he never returns to MT, he has left one hell of a legacy to carry on for him.

cupcakemafia · 8 days

That's one handsome pup! Do you know how he gets along with other dogs, or are you just relaying the information?

Either way, upvoted! Good luck :)

No_disintegrations · 14 days

I completely agree. The twist is: I smoked for nine years, and I can't even fathom how I participated in an activity so devoid of benefit or merit.

It doesn't even make me pity people, it just pisses me off that they don't give a shit about their bodies.

Lisurgec · 16 days

I have the exact same problem, and I gotta give a +1 to super glue.

If there is excess skin hanging off, trim it with a pair of cuticle scissors. Before applying the glue, it can help to lightly buff (DO NOT DO THIS IF THERE ARE OPEN WOUNDS) the area with a pumice stone first. If there is an open wound, apply a non petroleum-based triple antibiotic sparingly to the area prior to gluing.

duglles · 23 days

This. I've seen several folks comment on how they've been sparring within the first month of training, and I think it's way too soon.

If people would take more time being sticklers for technique and really running through pad drills (with occasional offensive "checks" from the pad holder), it will lead to a lot more confidence and readiness in sparring.

The_King_Fucks_Goats · 24 days

It's definitely worth a shot :)

Just go in a tank top and normal gym shorts (I'd probably recommend some boxer briefs/briefs under...lest everyone sees your "hang-downs") and ignore the hippy speak that your instructor might throw out there (unless the hippy speak helps).

The_King_Fucks_Goats · 24 days

Be open to the idea of doing pilates (or if it's not accessible, yoga) once a week. I've heard guys scoff at the idea for being perceived as feminine, but it's frankly macho bullshit.

I train in Muay Thai, and it is required for all fighters (and recommended for all folks training) that you go at least once a week. I've been doing both for a month now, with one yoga day cold, and one pilates day after training, and I can absolutely see the difference. I'm much more comfortable when I lift, and even walking around feels much less "tight."

that_electric_feel · 28 days

Congrats on the loss, man! To be honest, I'm completely ignorant of low-carb or keto diets, but I'm glad that works also.

that_electric_feel · 28 days

I absolutely agree. If you're trying to cut and keep calories down, macadamias and almonds would have to be eaten in VERY small amounts. IIRC, a cup of almonds has 800 or so calories.

4ThePeopleMedia · 29 days

TL;DR: Get talked down to by rich people, play with things I'll never be able to afford.

4ThePeopleMedia · 29 days

I'm a jeweler...and apparently you haven't seen the price of Mexican fire opals.

kirbee · 29 days

This is incorrect. Not one theory of the word "hip-hop"'s etymology points to this at all.

Cowboy from The Furious Five first bridged the two words together, lampooning the noise Army troops made when marching. He later used it as a cadence-setting rhyme during breakdancing routines. Spectators called them "hip-hoppers."

From there, people reverse-engineered the word's meaning (once again referencing energetic breakdancing routines) as hip (young Black folks' word for "cool" or "with it") hop (how the breakers/poppers moved on the dance floor).

donteatthecheese · 1 month

As a regular denizen of this establishment, I endorse this post :)

There is a particularly massive array of aftershaves and soaps/creams. The prices usually match (and sometimes, beat) those you will find online.

Friendly staff, as well.

Hlaoroo · 1 month

Personally, my razor is a lot less forgiving the closer the angle gets to 90 degrees. It's possible others may have different feelings on this, but that has been my personal experience.

igotthepooonme · 1 month

+1, as always, sir :)

I might add that an addition of alum to post-shave routine (ideally followed by witch hazel and/or a alcohol-free post shave balm) will most likely decrease the likelihood of irritation.

I can't begin to describe how much of a difference this made in my shave routine when I was starting out.

Hlaoroo · 1 month

It certainly gets better, and you definitely jumped into the proverbial pool as opposed to dipping your toes ;)

Keep the blade at 30 degrees (or even a little less) against your skin and start with your cheeks. Complete only the parts that feel comfortable, finishing the rest with your cartridge setup. As you learn to get the "feel" of a correct angle, move to your jawline/throat/whatever is the next easiest area for you. It's VERY easy to cut your chin up and get a load of skipping action in that area, so ease in to it.

Also, I don't know how everyone feels about this, but keep your strokes short. You don't have to clear an entire area in one swipe, just focus on the angle in short (1 cm-ish) strokes.

rcjack86 · 1 month

I have slightly oily skin, so I use "Cupcake" and "Oatifix" masques by Lush Cosmetics once a week.

If I have a blemish, spend too much time near the polishing wheel, or spend a night in the woods, an occasional facial scrub with "Ocean Salt" (by Lush) is great, as well.

I promise they aren't paying me to say this, haha.

blackproton · 1 month

You can find their straights on Amazon, my good sir. Pardon the lack of a link, I'm on my phone.

blackproton · 1 month

Well played sir, well played :)

I'm quite fond of...your comment.

cuteintern · 1 month

If you don't wish to have another mug around, there's absolutely nothing wrong with loading your brush while holding the soap in your hand, then building lather in a mug.

Alternatively, grab a piece of heavy-duty Tupperware close to the size of the puck and store it in there and load your brush while the puck sits in it.

theziz · 1 month

On iMessage it says "delivered" once it has supposedly reached the recipient, BUT, I texted my girlfriend while sitting next to her and got a "delivered" indicator when it actually failed to do so. I don't know if anyone else has had that issue.

blackproton · 1 month

I'm not ashamed to admit how much I love Morrissey/The Smiths, but I'm perplexed as to why this charming man (sorry...I had to throw that in) wouldn't know if his own razors were dull prior to traveling.

anniexlol · 1 month

Or, you know, the cabs that say "NYC Taxi."

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