Muay Thai is a native martial art of Thailand known as The Art of Eight Limbs because it involves eight limbs to attack and defend themselves.
Although Muay Thai is often associated with violence, it turns out that this sport has very strict rules and ethics, such as the prohibition on attacking the vital parts of the opponent and kicking opponents who have fallen.
One of the typical techniques of Muay Thai is the Knee Strike which involves a very deadly knee kick.
Muay Thai has become part of the popular culture of Thailand, promoted through films and television shows, and is a tourist attraction who wants to learn this martial arts.
In 2016, Muay Thai was recognized as an official sport at the Olympics and began to be considered as an official sport.
Some famous Muay Thai athletes including Buakaw Banchamek, Saenchai, and Yodsanklai Fairtex.
Muay Thai also has a unique tradition like Wai Khru Ram Muay which was carried out before the match as a tribute to the teacher and ancestors.
Besides being used as a martial art, Muay Thai is also used as a sport to increase fitness and burn calories effectively.
Muay Thai can be done by anyone, not limited to age or gender, and can be changed to match the ability of individuals.
Muay Thai is a very competitive and demanding sport, but can also provide many physical and mental benefits for its practitioners.
