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Southpaw Fighters: 10 tips from Manny Pacquiao

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Southpaw fighters used to be the most feared in the sport of boxing.  The best southpaw fighters were bred in the last 25 years.  This occurred because trainers stopped forcing natural left-handed fighters from switching to their awkward side and orthodox fighters learned how to move in one than one direction.  Hector Camacho was my... Read more »
By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
February 13, 2012 at 9:43 pm
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UFC in Chicago last night: Rashad Evans' win served as preparation for Jon Jones match

UFC in Chicago last night: Rashad Evans' win served as preparation for Jon Jones match
UFC on FOX last night was much better than I anticipated.  Rashad Evans (17-1-1) vs Phil Davis (9-1) was the headlining bout.  Former Penn State wrestler Davis entered the octagon on a winning streak, yet without truly equal skills to his opponent,  the favored Evans.  Despite Davis not being my first pick for a bout... Read more »
By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
January 29, 2012 at 10:35 am
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Sh*& Fighters Say

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This is more comprehensively true than any other one I have seen.  Enjoy MMA fans.
By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
January 23, 2012 at 8:44 pm
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Make Your Punch Faster

There are so many ways to improve your punching.Most people want to improve either their power or their speed. Punching style is irrelevant.  A straight right hand is fairly standard.  If it’s not straight, it is most likely a  hook, uppercut or an overhand.  This drill works great in increasing the speed of the punch... Read more »
By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
January 15, 2012 at 7:19 pm
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10 Best MMA Gifts

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Ho Ho Holiday season is here.  Are you still stuck? Without ideas? No clue?  If you know someone who trains in any of the mixed martial arts like muay thai, boxing, kickboxing, savate, krav maga, then here are some ideas for you.  Everyone who trains in these combat sports could use at least half of... Read more »
By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
December 12, 2011 at 9:27 am
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Top 10 Ultimate Babies on TUF from SPIKE tv

Top 10 Ultimate Babies Get More: Watch The Ultimate Fighter insane TUF 11 Top 10s... Read more »
By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
December 5, 2011 at 9:41 pm
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Chicago MMA: December 10th XFO Fight Card

Chicago MMA: December 10th XFO Fight Card
Looking to watch some MMA live here in Chicago.  XFO-42 will be taking place on Saturday, December 10th at the Sears Centre in Hoffman Estates, Il (5333 Prairie Stone Pkway).  The card will show 13 professional fights and 8 amateur bouts.  The tickets range from $27.50 to $37.50.  Unless you are purchasing a VIP table... Read more »
By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
December 5, 2011 at 9:05 am
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Muay Thai Basics: Taught by Kru Toy Sityodtong

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Team Sityodtong is a muay thai training camp in Pattaya, Thailand.  Their Grandmaster is Yodtong Senanan.  What is amazing about this coach is that he has produced 57 Muay Thai Champions.  Here is a look at how the basics are taught.
By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
November 23, 2011 at 10:39 am
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NBA Lockout: What are players doing with their free-time?

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Hard to believe the NBA players disbanded their union.  Thirteen years ago when the NBA had a lockout, it cost the season 50 games per team and the All Star Game was canceled.    The NBA lockout of 2011 has cost 324 games to be canceled, which is 26% of the season.  Currently the players have filed two anti-trust lawsuits against the NBA and its owners.  It has been 5 years since David Stern, NBA Commissioner first met with the union leaders to begin settling the various points of contention (according to a ESPN report).  The labor dispute between the players and the owners so far is costing the average player over $220,000, according to CNBC.   With this type of financial loss and an unlikely quick resolve, players have a lot of free time on their hands... Read more »
By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
November 18, 2011 at 11:48 am
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Joe Frazier Passes Away this Evening, Sad News for Boxing

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Joe Frazier passed away this evening of liver cancer.    The ex-boxing Champ was in hospice care after the deadly disease was discovered 5 weeks ago.  He was 67 years old.  Frazier handed the famous Muhammad Ali his first loss. As I sat wondering what other details are worth adding to this annoucement, I decided to... Read more »
By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
November 7, 2011 at 10:21 pm
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