Boxer + Senator = ?
Combo #1 - Manny Pacquiao
๐ฐ The News about Martial Arts
๐ Story of a Fighter
๐ The Combo
๐ฒ My Martial Arts Journey
โI've always fought for my country, in my own way, showing that Filipinos are a strong people and can do anything that they put their minds to.โ
Manny Pacquiao
๐ฐ The News about Martial Arts
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๐ Story of a Fighter
Another brief story about one of the best.
Let me introduce, this week, Pacman, Manny Pacquiao.
๐ 72 professional fights: 62 wins (including 39 KOs) and 8 losses and 2 Draws.
Manny Pacquiao, born Emmanuel Dapidran Pacquiao on December 17, 1978, in Kibawe, Bukidnon, Philippines, is a Filipino professional boxer and politician.
Pacquiao's childhood was marked by poverty, and he has spoken about his family's struggles to survive, including eating just once a day and sleeping in the street. Despite these challenges, Pacquiao began his boxing career at the age of 14 and quickly rose through the ranks, winning his first world title in 1998.
Following his first loss, Pacquiao won his next 12 fights, 11 of which were by knockout, to set up a shot at the respected WBC flyweight champion Chatchai Sasakul. He went on to win titles in eight different weight divisions, becoming boxing's most decorated champion.
In addition to his boxing career, Pacquiao has been involved in politics, serving as a member of the House of Representatives in the Philippines from 2010 to 2016 and as a senator since 2016.
He has also been involved in various charitable endeavors, including establishing the Manny Pacquiao Foundation to help underprivileged children in the Philippines.
Pacquiao's life story is one of perseverance and determination, and his impact on the sport of boxing and the people of the Philippines is immeasurable.
You can find the complete story of this boxer in the Link Here.
Letโs move to the next session now.
๐ Combo #1: Jab-Middle Right Kick
Jab and Middle Right kick is a powerful combination in Muay Thai that can be used to set up other strikes or to wear down the opponent's defenses.
The jab is a quick and effective strike that can be used to keep your opponent at bay and to set up other strikes. The middle right kick, on the other hand, is a powerful kick that targets the opponent's midsection.
To execute the combo correctly, start by standing in a fighting stance with your left foot forward. Use your left hand to throw a quick jab at your opponent's face. As your opponent reacts to the jab, lift your right leg and pivot on your left foot, turning your hips and shoulders to the right. As you pivot, bring your right leg down and across your body, striking your opponent's midsection with the top of your foot. Return to your fighting stance after the kick.
The combination can be used to set up other strikes, such as a left hook or a right cross. It can also be used to wear down your opponent's defenses and create openings for other strikes.
It always surprise your opponent.
Make sure to keep your guard up and return to your fighting stance quickly after the kick.
๐ฒ My Martial Arts Journey (Part V)
At the academy, everyone must choose their group.
It's time for me to decide, but i take my time.
I start with the Shaolin group.
It's the most impressive.
They perform stunts, flips, raise their legs very high and focus on the explosiveness of the blows. I really like it.
However, I note that flexibility and choreography take up a significant part of the week.
I decide in the end to turn to Sanda, closer to kickboxing, where I instantly find my marks.
Boxing, kicking, sparring, adrenaline, paosโฆ It's all there.
I nevertheless decided to test the other disciplines before making up my mind. After trying everything and discussing with each member of the group, I find that the sanda is closest to Muay Thai, but adopts certain specific moves, derived from kung fu.
So I register for Sanda and introduce myself to my sifu (master).
The week can begin.
Thatโs all for me ๐
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