Gina’s Sport
Before delving into Carano’s remarkable achievements as a competitive fighter, let’s clarify what Muay Thai and MMA entail. Although both gained popularity simultaneously in the Western world, they represent distinct fighting styles. “Muay Thai,” translating to “Thai Boxing,” is often referred to as “The Art of Eight Limbs” due to its utilization of eight limbs—fists, elbows, knees, and shins. On the other hand, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) combines various fighting styles unified into one discipline, also known as “Cage Fighting,” with the first female competition occurring in the mid-’90s.