The Path to Becoming a Muay Thai Athlete

4. Cultivating Peak Physical Conditioning and Endurance Muay Thai demands a hybrid fitness profile: incredible cardiovascular endurance for five three-minute rounds, explosive power for strikes, and the muscular strength for clinching and throwing opponents. A typical regimen includes intense road running (long distance for stamina and sprints for power), skipping rope for coordination, heavy bag work, and a focused strength and conditioning program.