How to Choose a New Pair of Muay Thai Shorts
By Ilm Khal
Choosing Muay Thai shorts to buy can be challenging for
some. There are so many varieties to choose from, such as the fabric material
it is made of, choice of colors, embroidery designs, size and price. However,
the key to choosing your new shorts is your own comfort and freedom of
movement. Both of which are important factors to consider, especially when you
are going to wear it in training or even in competition.
Muay Thai shorts are generally shorter than boxing shorts in
length and are designed wide-legged to allow maximum freedom of movement for
your legs to execute fast and powerful kicks unhindered. Regular boxing shorts
would certainly restrict a practitioner from executing proper kicks which range
from low, mid, and high kicks to the opponents head especially.
Below is a guide for men's shorts size.
Size | Waist |
Length | Weight*
S | 26" | 14" | 92-108 lb
M | 28" | 15" | 108-126 lb
L | 30" | 16" | 126-143 lb
XL | 32" | 17" | 143-159 lb
XXL | 34-37" | 18" | 159-176 lb
4L | 38-42" | 19" | 176 lb up
5L | 44-50" | 20" | 176 lb up
6L | 50" up | 21" | 176 lb up
* You should only refer to the weight category if you are an
average-built man. Weight reference is not suitable for those who are too thin
nor overweight.
The cheapest Muay Thai shorts are made of nylon but they are
lower in quality compared to others. The best quality shorts are made of satin
and are most popular among many fighters. Polyester made shorts are about the
same quality as the ones made of satin, only, they weigh lighter.
Although most Muay Thai shorts are machine washables
nowadays, I would suggest that you do not leave your shorts soaking in
detergent overnight or to spin it in the machine too often. Instead, just hand
wash lightly and quickly rinse and hang them to dry would do a better job to
lengthen its lifespan. I once had a pair of shorts that I soaked in detergent
for too long and the waist band totally lost its elasticity.
If you are shopping for a new pair of Muay Thai shorts, I
recommend that you checkout the wide range of Muay Thai shorts offered here
[http://www.muaythaigears.info]. Yes, certainly you would want to buy and wear
one that is comfortable, allow freedom of movements, and fittingly display your
personality on the ring or in the gym.
Hope this helps.
Ilm Khal is a part time Kickboxing Instructor, a big Muay
Thai Fan, a Silat student, and overall a Martial arts enthusiast.
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