Is Muay Thai Really That Savage?
Muay Thai boxing is often referred to as the “art of eight limbs”, this designation is given in reference to the number of contact points utilized by the fighting discipline; the contact points being fists, elbows, legs and knees. Many outside observers have felt the need to unfairly brand the fighting style as being “savage” or “dangerous”. These claims are unfounded and the opinions of people whose education in martial arts is in question.
Muay Thai boxing is one of the most effective martial arts in the world, much of the criticism the style receives is rooted in that fact. Effectiveness does not equate to savageness. The amount of training and dedication required to excel at Muay Thai is monumental; it truly is a rewarding combat sport in every way.
The instances of injury are no higher for practitioners of Muay Thai boxing than that of most other combat sports, to say otherwise is simply misleading. Shin and elbow injuries can develop over time if proper rest is not attained or if you severely over train. Taking precautions to prevent issues with these parts of your body as a result of Muay Thai training is strongly advisable to all who take up the sport.