Muay Ying

In this honest and heartfelt episode, host Angela Chang is joined by Dan Ferrer to discuss into the intersection of mental health and Muay Thai.

As fighters and coaches themselves with more than a decade of experience each in Muay Thai, they share how the sport helped both of them navigate difficult chapters in life, and when it was necessary to get the appropriate help. Dan opens up about struggling with depression, recovering from injury, and finding strength in community, coaching, and therapy. Together, they explore how fighters (and non-fighters) can better care for their mental well-being while staying engaged with a sport they love.

Whether you're a fighter, coach, or someone who just loves Muay Thai, this episode offers a candid reminder: you are more than the gym.

Show notes:

Follow Dan's journey and contact via:

instagram.com/_danferrer_

linkedin.com/in/danfnyc/

Trauma-informed coaching resources:

• Off the Zone: Trauma-informed teaching for martial art instructors and athletes. Currently 3 online courses are available. https://www.off-the-zone.com/

• Conscious Combat Club: “By teaching combat in a conscious way, guided by trauma-informed principles, we aim to help people expand their window of tolerance.” Online and in-person training and a course available for coaches. https://www.consciouscombat.club/

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If you'd like to more high-quality content, please consider supporting Muay Ying through Patreon. Any amount is appreciated and it will go towards my efforts to run all the platforms Muay Ying is on, as well as create content for each of them. http://patreon.com/muayying

You can also find us: instagram.com/muay.ying  muay-ying.com

You can find the host (Angela) via instagram.com/angelasitan or angelamuaythai.com

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Join host Angela Chang and guest Natalie Wong as we explore the importance of support systems in the life of a Muay Thai fighter.

From coaches to teammates and family, we discuss how these relationships play a crucial role in both physical and emotional resilience. We share our personal experiences and insights on building supportive networks that can make or break a fighter’s journey. We offer valuable perspectives as two women fighters in the sport with different situations we've had to navigate over the years.

Show Notes:

• Kru Chon's buffalo story: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGTT-a-p-1j/?igsh=YWs5b2JmaXBpODVn

Follow Natalie: instagram.com/iamdjnatnat , instagram.com/iamdjsnacksnack

Support Natalie: www.wathleticsco.com

Follow Kru Chon: instagram.com/kru.chon

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If you'd like to more high-quality content, please consider supporting Muay Ying through Patreon. Any amount is appreciated and it will go towards my efforts to run all the platforms Muay Ying is on, as well as create content for each of them. http://patreon.com/muayying

You can also find us: instagram.com/muay.ying  muay-ying.com

You can find the host (Angela) via instagram.com/angelasitan or angelamuaythai.com

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After every fight, your body and mind need more than just rest - they need a strategic recovery plan. In this episode, professional fighter Angela Chang highlights the metrics and strategies you need to bounce back stronger and faster after a Muay Thai fight. From tracking hydration levels and sleep quality to monitoring quality food intake and mental health, learn how to avoid burnout and injuries while optimizing your performance for future fights.

Whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned fighter, this episode is packed with actionable tips to ensure you're not just fighting to win but also recovering to dominate!

Key Takeaways:

- How to monitor post-fight metrics for physical and mental recovery

- The importance of hydration, nutrition, and mobility in your recovery journey

- Why tracking training load and performance is essential for long-term success

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If you'd like to more high-quality content, please consider supporting Muay Ying through Patreon. Any amount is appreciated and it will go towards my efforts to run all the platforms Muay Ying is on, as well as create content for each of them. http://patreon.com/muayying

You can also find us: instagram.com/muay.ying  muay-ying.com

You can find the host (Angela) via instagram.com/angelasitan or angelamuaythai.com

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Continuing to decode Muay Thai scoring (highly recommended you listen to Part 1 first to understand the foundational aspects of judging considerations, as well as the traditional Muay Thai framework!)

In Part 2, we discuss:

- What "entertainment Muay Thai" is.

- The pros and cons of entertainment Muay Thai.

- The economic structure in Thailand for fighters.

- Scoring in Thailand vs. Outside of Thailand.

- The nuances of amateur vs. professional scoring.

- What's considered a foul and what's not

It's highly recommended you listen to Part 1 first to understand the foundational aspects of judging considerations and the traditional Muay Thai framework.

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If you'd like to more high-quality content, please consider supporting Muay Ying through Patreon. Any amount is appreciated and it will go towards my efforts to run all the platforms Muay Ying is on, as well as create content for each of them. http://patreon.com/muayying

You can also find us: instagram.com/muay.ying  muay-ying.com

You can find the host (Angela) via instagram.com/angelasitan or angelamuaythai.com

Intro/Outro music by Maki of the Moon