If you are looking to fill your time with an enjoyable sport that will also yield excellent full-body results, then Muay Thai / kickboxing is right place for you. Muay Thai Kickboxing has been ramping up in popularity in recent years, and that’s for a good reason. Muay Thai Kickboxing is a martial art that will lead you to a healthier and stronger body and mind.

You see, Muay Thai kickboxing is both a fun and enjoyable full-body workout. You are moving through the entire workout, engaged in a full-contact, physical workout, which can mean you will burn more calories and at the same time strengthen your body!

The benefits of Muay Thai kickboxing are endless, not only does it teach you to defend yourself, it will also create a stronger, healthier and more confident you. So, if you’re currently thinking that you’d like to start something new, we’re confident that you’ll see Muay Thai kickboxing as the perfect workout as so many others do.

Below are 6 reasons to try Muay Thai kickboxing:

1. Strength training

Throw a kick as hard as you can. Now, think about how many muscles were included in that one action. Whether you realize it or not, you’re constantly exercising as you kickbox. Kicking the heavy bag require some serious strength. 

Muay Thai Kickboxing is especially beneficial to your core, arms, and legs - it is a great full body workout that strengthens everything all at once. The best part? You’ll see the same results as someone who spent hours in the gym without having to force yourself to participate because you’ll enjoy it. 

2. Improved overall fitness

We just noted that Muay Thai kickboxing could strengthen everything from your legs to your core. However, that doesn’t simply result in more power. In fact, it can improve your entire body’s fitness. 

You’ll be able to run faster, improve your agility and strength all in one step– or kick.  Remember it is not a race, you can go at your own pace and easily modify the movements to suit you. Go at it as fast or slow as you can. 

3. Better coordination

Muay Thai Kickboxing requires you to maintain constant, perfect coordination between your eyes, hands and feet, then add in the constant change of direction when throwing those jabs and kicks. That may not seem possible for some at first, however, with time, you can gain the ability to do that, and you’ll quickly see the lasting effects of it. 

4. Cardiovascular health

We say that Muay Thai kickboxing is a full-body workout for a reason. Muay Thai Kickboxing is great for your cardiovascular system (cardio), it develops the strength of your heart and respiratory system.

You’ll be able to see the results from your legs to your heart. Your heart loves high-intensity, healthy exercises, and Muay Thai kickboxing never fails to provide that. With a strong cardiovascular system, this then allows your body to absorb more oxygen more efficiently and in return keeps your body healthier for longer. 

5. Stress relief

Stress doesn’t only affect our minds. If it builds up enough, it can leak into the rest of your body – making simple actions even more difficult. Many people have turned to Muay Thai kickboxing to prevent and deal with stress. It can ease your mind before stress has the chance to build up by releasing powerful endorphins that can even combat depression.

Many people who practice Muay Thai kickboxing comment on how amazing they feel after a class. The sport allows you to release emotions such as anger and stress. Through the exercise and you may start feeling like a different person afterwards, more relaxed and less stressed. It has also been noted that the benefits from Muay Thai kickboxing can affect your sleep too after a great class.

6. A Way to make friends

Muay Thai Kickboxing classes are held in groups. You’ll get to make new connections with others who are all on their kickboxing journey just like you. Working with partners and getting pumped up doing the same exercise often encourages you to exercise harder and for longer as you’re doing the same thing!

All of these benefits only scratch the surface of what Muay Thai kickboxing has to offer. So, if you want to do your mind and body a favor, try kickboxing class at Ground Control.