News – Pro Fighting Formula

Introduction to WAKO Scoring

Coach Chris October 15, 2019 0

Have you ever wondered how WAKO Kickboxing bouts are scored? WAKO uses an Open and Cumulative scoring system that is very different than the ’10-9 Must System’ that most U.S. athletes are accustomed to competing under. Some athletes don’t care for this system when they first learn about it, but after they see it in […]

Strategy

Slide and Juke Steps for Kickboxing

Coach Chris September 30, 2019 0

Team USA Kickboxing Coach, Chris Cichon, highlights two of his favorite footwork patterns to create angles of advantage in a fight. The Slide-Step and the Juke-Step can be used in Kickboxing, Muay Thai, MMA or even boxing to land big, devastating strikes. Add them into your arsenal and begin frustrating your opponent.

Technique

Common Switch Kick Mistakes

Coach Chris September 25, 2019 0

The Switch-Kick is one of the most common body kicks thrown in Kickboxing or Muay Thai, but there are some big mistakes we see time and time again by beginners learning the technique as well as veteran fighters. Here are 4 of the biggest mistakes we see when working the switch-kick: 1.) The switch is […]

Strategy

Oh Sh!t Side Kicks

Coach Chris August 27, 2019 0

Sidekicks and/or turn-sidekicks can be extremely effective if you find yourself in a bad situation and want to create space, reset, and recover. We call these ‘Oh Sh!t’ Kicks because they help us escape scary situations. Here are five favorites by Coach Chris Cichon from The Cellar Gym. These kicks can be used in multiple […]

Technique

Practicing the Hook on the Heavy Bag

Coach Chris May 23, 2019 0

I’ve seen a lot of people struggling with their hook recently. In particular, I’m seeing people hit the bag and continue rotating towards their opposite shoulder. Although it might make a great sound, it’s not very practical for several different reasons. Virtually any technique you throw after the hook requires you to retract your punch […]

Defense

You MUST Mix Up Your Low Kick Defenses

Coach Chris May 15, 2019 0

Don’t be predictable! Most fighters are aware that having a variety of attacks will increase their ability to score, but they often overlook the importance on mixing up their defense! It doesn’t matter if you’re an “ace” at defending low kicks, if you defend every kick the same way… smart fighters will eventually capitalize on […]

Technique

Improve Your High-Guard While Kicking

Coach Chris May 8, 2019 0

This tiny adjustment blew my mind! A few weeks ago I had the honor of training with Ajarn Chai, the founder of the World Thai Boxing Association which The Cellar Gym and I are both members of. During his seminar he gave one little tip for making your “high guard” better during your round kicks. […]

Strategy

Which Style of Low Kick is the Best?

Coach Chris May 1, 2019 0

One variation is not better than the other, they are different, and should be considered in different situations. Here are 4 situations I consider when deciding which Low Kick variation to use: DISTANCE – Are you in punch range or outside of it? POWER – Which variation is more effective for you? DEFENSE – Is […]