Become KO Proof – Muay Thai Fight IQ

Ever wonder why some fighters look completely unfazed… even when they're eating clean KO shots?It’s not just that they’ve got a chin. And it’s not just experience either.A punch doesn't knock you out just because it's hard. It knocks you out because your head moves.More specifically, because your skull moves—and your brain doesn’t.That little delay is all it takes for your brain to slam into the inside of your skull. That’s the knockout.Mike Tyson’s famously thick neck wasn’t just for looks. It made him ridiculously hard to knock out.You can do the same—without having to bulk up like a Marvel character.Here’s how:-Brace your neck.Deliberately push your head into your gloves when you’re in your guard. It switches your neck muscles on and helps absorb the impact.-Engage your lats.Think of your elbows as tusks. Squeeze them in with purpose—it’s not just “hands up,” it’s “structure on.”-Adapt to the range:Long range (Green): Relaxed but ready.Mid-range (Amber): Structure engaged.Close range (Red): Hands tight, head braced—go full crash helmet mode.This way, even if they land a shot, your brain doesn’t get rattled.You stay standing. You stay sharp. You stay dangerous.KEY MOMENTSFollow along using these quick timestamps:00:00 Introduction

00:10 What Really Causes a KO

00:44 Strong Neck = No Whip, No KO

01:33 Your Guard Isn’t Passive—It’s a Shock Frame

01:51 Range Awareness = Guard Readiness

03:22 A Crash Helmet Saves You

04:07 From Cover to Clinch: Turning Defense Into Offense

04:37 Confidence in Your Shields

Further notes and resources at https://heatrick.com/2025/04/11/become-ko-proof/