Table 2 Demographic characteristics of Muay Thai fight respondents (n = 195)
N | % | |
|---|---|---|
Gender | ||
Male | 165 | 85.9 |
Female | 27 | 13.8 |
Age (n = 192) | ||
18–24 | 65 | 33.9 |
25–34 | 107 | 55.7 |
≥ 35 | 20 | 10.4 |
Weight category (n = 194) | ||
Light (≤147 lbs.) | 67 | 34.5 |
Heavy (>147 lbs.) | 127 | 65.1 |
Fight Experience (median = 11) | ||
1–9 fights | 90 | 46.2 |
10–15 | 29 | 14.9 |
≥ 16 fights | 76 | 38.9 |
Fighter Level | ||
Amateur | 99 | 50.8 |
Professional | 96 | 49.2 |
Fighter Protection | ||
Gloves only | 110 | 56.4 |
Gloves plus (additional headgear, shin pads) | 85 | 43.6 |