Ever feel like you’re a step behind in sparring? Is your footwork in Muay Thai letting you down?
You throw a combo, step in, and suddenly—bam! You’re off balance, eating a counter. Or worse, your opponent angles off, and you’re left chasing them–like a beginner at their first dance class.
Footwork in Muay Thai isn’t just about moving—it’s about controlling the fight. And if your movement isn’t sharp, everything else suffers.
I know how frustrating that is. You drill your strikes, sharpen your clinch, but when it comes to footwork, it’s easy to overlook the details.
Most fighters focus on power and technique but overlook the one thing that makes it all flow: balance. Without it, your attacks weaken, your defence slows, and your movement becomes predictable.
How to Fix Your Muay Thai Footwork—Starting Today
Footwork isn’t about speed—it’s about control.
In our latest video, we break down the fundamentals of Muay Thai footwork—why it matters, how to fix common mistakes, and the drills that make all the difference.
Watch it now and level up your game.
KEY MOMENTS
Follow along using these quick timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:24 Shadow Boxing: Your Secret Weapon for Muay Thai Footwork Mastery
01:17 The Muay Thai Stance: A Balance Between Defence and Offence
02:16 The Role of Stances in Effective Muay Thai Footwork
02:55 The Role of Footwork To Transition Between Stances
04:05 Yang Sam Khum: The Underrated Drill That Transforms Your Game
04:53 Old-School Training Methods That Still Work
06:10 Synchronising Hands and Feet: The Key to Power Transfer
08:22 Reorientate and Control the Fight
Further notes and resources at https://heatrick.com/2025/01/31/muay-thai-footwork-mastery/
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