shin guards

Updated 25th Mar 2020: Muay Thai sparring is typically performed with the proper protective gear to prevent unnecessary injuries. Other than a pair of sparring gloves, the list of protective gear includes mouth guard, groin guards and…

You’ve suffered countless bruises from kicking, kneeing and elbowing those rock hard heavy bags. You’ve done enough pad work and you know pretty much most of the basic Muay Thai maneuvers. You have proven yourself and your Kru believes that…

Shin bruises are the badges of honor that many Muay Thai beginners wear with pride. Truth is, we all know how much they hurt. If you are just starting out in Muay Thai, you will be experiencing a good deal of shin pain. You can see them…

Your shin guards are of paramount importance in Muay Thai sparring. Even if you are a banana tree-kicking badass, you can’t shy away from wearing shin guards since they protect your sparring partners as much as they protect you. But like…

In the majority of gyms, sparring is done almost exclusively with shin protectors. Your shins are one of the most sensitive bones and it’s not practical to get injured during training. There are far safer and better ways to condition your…