Archive for the Kickboxing Category

Alistair Overeem Defects

Posted in Journalism, Kickboxing with tags , , on November 13, 2011 by Jarrod Boyle

This is most unfortunate news. I guess it’s what happens when money and ego are involved.

http://www.mixfight.nl/portal/2011/11/12/golden-glory-gate-–-the-trial/

Is Muay Thai More Dangerous Than AFL or Rugby?

Posted in Journalism, Kickboxing with tags , , , on October 29, 2011 by Jarrod Boyle

The short answer is that I don’t know, but it’s a hell of a lot more fun.

The next time someone says fighting is more dangerous or injurious, point them towards this article:

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/more-news/footballer-in-critical-condition-after-head-knock-at-suburban-match/story-fn7x8me2-1226129404016

 

Gyms of The World

Posted in Journalism, Kickboxing with tags , , , , , , , , , , on October 6, 2011 by Jarrod Boyle

Thailand is the home of Muay Thai, but like a game of Chinese whispers, the message has changed into to strange and wonderful versions the world over. The Dutch have clearly developed their own method, while nations like Brazil have become a force of their own on the world stage. JARROD BOYLE examines some of the jetsetting kickboxer’s options.  Continue reading

Family Business – Josh Scida

Posted in Journalism, Kickboxing with tags , , , , , on October 6, 2011 by Jarrod Boyle

“I started fighting when I was eighteen, but I’ve been training since forever.” Continue reading

The K1 Affair: Rise and Fall of a Fighting Juggernaut

Posted in Journalism, Kickboxing with tags , , , , , , , , on October 5, 2011 by Jarrod Boyle

The merits of various martial codes and their true point of origin will always be up for debate, but as far as codifying stand-up fighting and putting it on the international stage, K1 takes the honours. The glory has not been without incident, however; K1 is now fighting not only for pre-eminence, but also for its survival. JARROD BOYLE examines the history of one of fighting sports’ most sacred, hallowed codes. Continue reading

Soren Mongkontong Retires!

Posted in Journalism, Kickboxing with tags , , , , , , , , , , , on September 6, 2011 by Jarrod Boyle

 

 

International Kickboxer Magazine, Vol.19, no.3

At age 31, Soren Mongkongtong has spent fifteen years in Muay Thai, which equates to very nearly half his life in the sport. Continue reading

Frank Giorgi – Streetfighter!

Posted in Journalism, Kickboxing with tags , , , , , , , , on September 6, 2011 by Jarrod Boyle

 

International Kickboxer Magazine, Vol. 19, no.3

“When I fight, I don’t look at it as a sport – I fight with intent and anger. Like a streetfight.” Watching footage of Giorgi on the internet is about as much convincing as any Australian fight fan needs. Continue reading

Zen in the Art of Archery

Posted in Fitness, Kickboxing, Writing with tags , , , , on August 1, 2011 by Jarrod Boyle

More than almost any other book, Zen in the Art of Archery has shaped the way I live – and experience – life. Continue reading

Kickboxing Kettlebells: The Top 5 Benefits for Fighters

Posted in Fitness, Journalism, Kickboxing on July 1, 2011 by Jarrod Boyle

International Kickboxer Magazine, Vol. 19, No.2

Martial arts conditioning is a fairly well-trodden path; most trainers have ‘traditional’ methods that they inherited from their trainers and don’t tend to diverge from. When you find a new piece of equipment or a new kind of drill, if it enhances your performance in one way, it becomes a valuable addition to your skill-set. Kettlebells will revolutionise your conditioning, changing every aspect of your game for the better. Here are the most significant contributions they can make. Continue reading

Training with 'John' Wayne Parr

Posted in 'John' Wayne Parr, Journalism, Kickboxing with tags , , , , , , , , , , , on July 1, 2011 by Jarrod Boyle

International Kickboxer Magazine, Vol. 19, No.2

Everyone that does something exceptional does it their own way. This series of ‘Training with…’ articles seeks to find out the individual details that make Australia’s best fighters tick. Wayne Parr lets JARROD BOYLE in on a few of his secrets.  Continue reading