Long guard
Long guard is a Muay Thai technique term. Defensive posture with one or both arms extended toward the opponent's head and shoulders, used to control range, smother punches and frame off the clinch. It is also written Extended guard and Thai guard. Related terms: Frame and High guard. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Long guard
- Defensive posture with one or both arms extended toward the opponent's head and shoulders, used to control range, smother punches and frame off the clinch.
| Term | Long guard |
|---|---|
| Also written | Extended guard, Thai guard |
| Category | Technique |
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Questions about Long guard
What does Long guard mean in Muay Thai?
Defensive posture with one or both arms extended toward the opponent's head and shoulders, used to control range, smother punches and frame off the clinch.
What are other spellings of Long guard?
It is also written Extended guard and Thai guard. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Long guard?
Related terms: Frame and High guard.
Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between regions and transliteration systems. Pronunciations are approximate English renderings; Thai is tonal. Spotted an error? Tell us.