Archie Fenn

Archie is the Co-Founder of Optimal Combat and the Editor in Chief of Optimal Combat's blog. He has trained for 5 years in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and many more in Karate, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai.

Blog

Conditioning Your Shins for Muay Thai: Science vs Myth

June 19, 2024

There are several myths and pieces of misinformation about shin conditioning. This is the ultimate, scientifically backed guide to condition your shin...

Strength and Conditioning

The 5 Best Calisthenic Exercises For Martial Arts

June 3, 2024

These 5 calisthenics exercises are essential for your next strength and conditioning session!

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Blog

The Strangest MMA Coaches of All-Time

May 10, 2024

These are the five weirdest coaches in MMA history.

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Competition

Can You Be a Fighter Without Sparring?

March 7, 2024

It's a question that, surprisingly, gets asked a lot. But can you actually become a professional fighter without sparring?

Competition

6 Celebrities Who Train Muay Thai

February 9, 2024

As Muay Thai grows internationally, celebrities have slowly been practicing and promoting the sport. Here are 6 celebrities you didn't know were Nak Muays...

Competition

The Most Dangerous BJJ Techniques

January 5, 2024

Discover the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques that are too dangerous for the training room and competitions - even at the highest levels.

Competition

3 Reasons Why You Should Compete in 2024

January 1, 2024

While many of our new years resolutions probably won't stick, competing in your chosen martial art in 2024 is the most important resolution for the coming...

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Events

Optimal Combat @ Bolton Thai Boxing's Fight Night

November 19, 2023

The Optimal Combat team were invited to an incredible event in Bolton, hosted by none other than the legend of UK Muay Thai, Sandy Holt!

Strength and Conditioning

Nasal Breathing is The Secret to Doubling Your Cardio

November 1, 2023

Discover why Nasal Breathing is the secret to unlocking your cardio potential, and learn how to implement it in your training.

Competition

Post-Competition Recovery: Taking Care of Your Body and Mind

October 26, 2023

These essential aspects of post-competition recovery will help get you back in the ring as soon as possible

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Competition

Muay Thai's Biggest Names: The Who's Who of Thai Boxing

October 20, 2023

Learn about six of the greatest fighters of modern muay thai, understand their fighting styles and experience their most exciting bout!

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Strength and Conditioning

Bulletproofing: How to Prevent Injuries in Martial Arts

October 13, 2023

Every martial artists knows injuries suck, especially in our joints. But there are exercises to strengthen the joints and prevent these irritating hur...

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Strength and Conditioning

5 Powerful Methods to Increase Your Cardio for Martial Arts

September 19, 2023

Want to have fun while improving your cardio, we've got you covered.

Strength and Conditioning

How to Prevent Injuries and Promote Recovery for Muay Thai

September 13, 2023

Follow these steps to prevent injuries and recover faster to keep your training consistent.

Strength and Conditioning

Why Hip Thrusts Are THE Most Important Exercise for Martial Arts

September 8, 2023

Learn why the hip thrust is THE best exercise to include in your strength and conditioning sessions, regardless of your chosen martial arts discipline...