Mauy thai is similar to boxing techniques. It is a form of Thai boxing. This kind of fighting technique is also known as the Art of the Eight Limbs. This kind of boxing is a full action packed sport and is loved by boxing fans throughout the world. Unlike boxing it includes various techniques. It is effectively a combination of mixed martial arts which is basically, formed from three basic stances. The first one is the closed stance which is generally, used for kicks. Another is the side stance and the last one is the horse stance. The second form is used for traps and setting up joint locks whereas, the last one is quite different from the rest two. This mauy thai form is actually designed for powerful and hard-hitting punches, and various other combinations. As far as the techniques of this boxing form are concerned earlier, it consisted of an arsenal of nine weapons. This is the only techniques in which all the body parts are involved including knees and elbows and are used in both training as well as in final fights. The original mauy thai techniques and punches were quiet simple as they were in the form of crosses. Punching techniques involves straight punch, hook, swing, uppercut, undercut, and cobra punch. Next there are various elbow techniques in this particular form. Moreover, this form of boxing is very vast in terms of its styles and techniques. In the above mentioned elbow punch you can use your elbow in seven different ways. Either you can use it uppercut, downward, horizontal or backward-spinning and flying. This form of mixed martial arts is actually for those who are die-hard boxing fans.

Apart from punching and elbow techniques you can learn various knee techniques and the two most common kicks in this are known as teep and the teh. Other kicking includes axe kick, side kick etc. We can still continue with other mauy thai boxing techniques as there are varieties still left untold. All these techniques when combined together deliver a quality boxing technique in itself. However, the most impressive of all is that all these combinations deliver the eventual combination of motion and force to the body. This article may inspire some of you to watch this deadly boxing technique. So, just go and check out some of its instructional videos.