Issue 144

August 2016

Catch your opponent’s counter attack and strike back big 

Rafael Cordeiro

World MMA Awards ‘Coach of the Year’ from Kings MMA in California, teaches you masterful Muay Thai with Fernando Bettega

1 - Rafael attacks Fernando with a jab.

2 - He follows up with a cross.

3 - Rafael finishes his combo with a left hook. 

4 - Fernando counters with a left hook that Rafael blocks with his arm.

5 - A right body kick is thrown by Fernando and Rafael catches it as he takes a step to his right.

6 - Rafael keeps a hold of Fernando’s leg and counters with a right high kick.

TOP TIPS

STUDENT

You’re more likely to land kicks when you set them up with punches first.

KRU

Don’t always cover up and wait for your turn to strike. Capitalize on of your opponent’s openings by throwing punches as they do.

MASTER

You don’t always have to turn your hip and throw kicks the traditional Thai way. Quick, snappy kicks can catch your opponent off guard.