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How Strong for Muay Thai? Gassing Out Despite Good Cardio?

How Strong for Muay Thai? Gassing Out Despite Good Cardio?

Update: 2025-05-23
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“How strong do I need to be for Muay Thai — and am I strong enough?”“Why do I still gas out in sparring, even though my cardio seems solid?”These were the exact questions an experienced fighter threw at me during a recent coaching call.Many fighters share these frustrations, and it’s puzzling.One size doesn’t fit all, and I don’t like guessing or offering vague solutions!But the good news? I didn’t have to guess.I pulled up his performance testing results and pinpointed exactly where his training should focus.I believe you’ll find these insights helpful as well.KEY MOMENTSFollow along using these quick timestamps:00:00 Introduction

00:40 How Strong Is Strong Enough for Muay Thai?

01:33 Turn That Strength Into Power You Can Use

02:04 If You’re Strong Enough—Stop Chasing Bigger Deadlifts

02:27 The Real Reason You’re Gassing Out in Sparring

02:46 If Your Foundation Is Solid—Now It’s Time to EvolveFurther notes and resources at https://heatrick.com/2025/05/23/how-strong-is-strong-enough-for-muay-thai-and-why-youre-still-gassing-in-sparring/

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How Strong for Muay Thai? Gassing Out Despite Good Cardio?

How Strong for Muay Thai? Gassing Out Despite Good Cardio?

Don Heatrick