The History of Self Defense

Self defense is such a broad term that the history of it cannot be pinned down in the least. It is safe to say, however, that the broad spectrum of self defense can be considered as having come from the dawn of time even the earliest forms of human had to learn how to protect themselves and teach their strategies to others. From there self defense evolved into less primitive forms and into delineated and disciplined forms, such as with martial arts. There really is a style of defense for everybody whether it be women's self defense, kickboxing, street fighting or even martial arts.

Women's self defense is one of the most popular forms of defense, and it too is a broad term in and of itself. Women's self defense can employ many techniques from several different styles of general defense, including but not limited to martial arts. Women's self defense mainly teaches women how to protect themselves against unwanted attackers and usually employs more evasive maneuvers rather than one-on-one strikes because the theory is that if a woman gets attacked, she is not going to want to fight her attacker face to face, she will need to employ a strategy that will best allow her to remove herself from the situation.

Women's self defense can usually be taught in just a few classes and many local YMCA centers will offer it; it is the perfect solution for women that do not want to take up learning an entire martial art but still want to protect themselves.

Street fighting is another form of self defense that can sometimes be taught in classes, but to its namesake, is more often learned by other s on the street. Similar to the martial art Krav Maga, the sole purpose of street fighting is to bring down the opponent and incapacitate them so they are not able to attack again using any means available. If that means a throw to the ground, then that is what must be used but other times, more desperate or harsh methods must be used.

Unfortunately, street fighting (again, like Krav Maga) is one of the more brutal forms of self defense and it usually doesn't matter if the opponent or attacker is seriously hurt or maimed; in fact, that is the objective most of the time. For this reason, street fighting is not one of the forms of defense that can double as a sport and practiced for fun. It is best to learn it and keep the knowledge tucked away for a time in which it is truly necessary.

It is a good idea for everyone to be schooled in at least one form of self defense. The main philosophy behind defense, regardless of the form, is this: do not hurt the other person unless it is absolutely unavoidable and necessary. Contrary to popular belief, if everyone learned just a little bit of proper self defense, there would be a lot less violence to go around.

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Women's Self Defense Training - Be Equipped

 Be Equipped: (necessities such as tools or provisions.) Being equipped with the proper personal security and self defense tools whether it is a lethal, or non-lethal, or an alternative self defense tool, can greatly impact your personal security in a positive way. They are an important part of an overall self defense strategy.

Lethal: (Capable of causing death.) Just the definition of a lethal Personal Secuirty and Self Defense tools causes some people to fear, with good reason. When you carry a lethal one there is a great responsibility that inherently comes with it. A lethal tool can be a very effective choice with proper training and practice.

·         Guns, particularly pistols are the most common lethal self defense device.

·         They come in a variety of different calibers and sizes to fit each individuals needs.

·         If you carry it for self defense; that would imply that you would be willing to use it, possible taking another humans life to save your own.

·         You must insure that you get proper training, required permits, store it properly to avoid any accidents,and practice with it regularly.

Non-lethal: Many people choose non-lethal self defense tools for obvious reasons.A non-lethal self defense tools can give you the opportunity to flee from a dangerous situation.

·         Pepper spray is a non-lethal non-toxic aerosol spray used for self defense. The active ingredient in pepper spray is a naturally occurring substance called Oleoresin Capsicum or "OC". Pepper spray comes in dispersal types: Fogger, Stream, and Foam. Pepper spray offers the most bang for the buck of all non-lethal security products.

·         TASERS are non-lethal electroshock devices for self defense purposes only that disrupt the body's neuromuscular systems using electrical currents. They come in three different models; the C2 which is fashionable compact, the ML18 advanced TASER resembles a gun in shape and size, and the X26C that is gun shaped and offers many features.

Alternative: An alternative personal security tool is anything you can find wherever you are. They can be both lethal and non-lethal depending on the self defense tool used, placement and power of the strike on the offender. When it comes down to it you do what you have to in order to flee. Let me give you some examples of possible self defense tools in your car, home, or on your person. Because of liabilities I won't be explaining how to use these items; however the element of surprise is usually on your side with one of these self defense tools.

·         In the Car; ice scrapers, snow brushes, keys, sunglasses, a hard sun glass case, CD or CD case etc.

·         At Home; any aerosol can, a tooth brush, T.V remotes, drinking glasses, kitchen utensils, books, trash cans etc.

·         On your person; would be your wallet, loose change, pen or pencil, cell phone, comb, umbrella etc.

·         This is by no means an exhaustive list when you consider almost anything can be used as an alternative self defense tools. The key to any alternative self defense tools is that they don't appear as self defense tools and give you the element of surprise. By holding correctly, striking with force in the right area they are effective.

In Summary, with any self defense personal security products you should follow the laws and regulations in your area, practice with it and realize the moral and legal responsibilities that you take upon yourself when you carry them. Though it is never guaranteed, these items can give you the upper hand and a chance to flee. In future articles, additional rules will help you maximize your personal security and safety. Remember the best time to learn your lesson about personal security and self defense is before something happens.

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Real World Self Defense Training - Are You Learning How To Win?

Are you serious about real-world self-defense training? Are you serious about learning how to win in a real attack against a larger, stronger attacker?

Perhaps you're already enrolled in a martial art or self-defense program. If you are, then I congratulate you on taking a critical step toward doing what most people never do. And that's actually taking responsibility for your own safety and the protection of those whom you care about.

If you haven't already enrolled in either a self-defense martial art, or non martial arts-based self-defense system, then my question is...

...What the hell are you waiting for?!

Remember that the nature of violence is that it's random - that means you don't know where, when, or how it's going to happen - and you don't know what it's going to look like. So, if you're the kind of person who spends most of your time surfing the Internet and filling up your hard drive with video clips, free ebooks, and articles like this one, but haven't yet taken the action necessary to actually have real skill, then reading another article, or watching another video is the last damned thing you need to be doing!

So, for the moment, I'm only going to be speaking to you if you actually have some training under your belt (pun intended!). I'm going to assume that if you're reading from this point on, you actually have some training experience to base your understanding of what I'm about to teach you.

Okay. That being said, I'm going to assume that you're ready for the next lesson. Which begins with me restating the questions...

"Are you engaged in real-world self-defense training?" And...

"Are you really learning how to win against a bigger, stronger, violent attacker who doesn't care about rules, fairness, or you're well-being?"

Be careful here, because ego is going to want to jump to the conclusion that, "Of course you are!" After all, if what you're doing wasn't right, you wouldn't be doing it. At least that's what ego's logic is.

But, the reality is that most students who believe they're enrolled in a self-defense martial art, or those studying one of those so called "ultimate-killer" self-defense courses being sold on the Internet today, are in fact "NOT" learning how to win against an enraged, fully-determined, street attacker.

They are however, learning to be overconfident, deluded, and unprepared.

And the reason for this is simply that they are trying to learn from someone - a martial arts teacher or self-defense instructor - who has absolutely no street experience in handling the kind of violence that you're going to have to deal with in an actual attack situation.

I understand that this is not something you may want hear, let alone believe. But that makes it no less true. In fact, at least 80% of those teaching self-defense or martial arts have no experience in using what they think they know in the real-world.

And, regardless of how much these instructors know, what color or number is behind their belts, or how many trophies they have displayed in their windows, without this real-world self-defense experience, they really can't help you very much at all.

And if you train with them - if you trust them - and if you put your life in their hands...

You're going to be in a situation where it's a case of the blind leading the blind.

But how do you know if what you're learning is designed for real-world self-defense? How do you know if you can trust the techniques, tactics, and strategies that you've been learning to work when you need them the most?

Well, instead of trying to force a point of view, I'm simply going to ask you a few questions that will allow you to determine, for yourself, whether you're on the right track are not. How does that sound?

So, regardless of whether ego wants to believe anything I say or not - regardless of how much ego wants to hold onto what it thinks it already knows, the answers to these questions will determine the truth.

Fair enough?

Self-Defense Program Assessment Questions:

1) Are you forced to conform to a set "style", or does your training leave room for variation, adaptation, and practical application?

2) Are you learning multiple options for handling the same types of attacks? Or is everything based on the same block-punch/kick (or whatever) formula?

3) Are you training to defend against the attacks that are the most common today, where you live; or are you learning to defend yourself against attacks from 13th, 14th, or 16th century Japan, China, or Korea?

4) Have you been taught things like "attacker psychology," "controlling distance," "controlling your attacker's perceptions," and the "effective use of timing, distancing, and angling?" Or, do you spend most of your time practicing step-by-step, mechanical techniques and the official kata of the style you're learning?

5) Does your system of self-defense or martial arts take into account the size and strength difference between you and your potential attacker? Or, are you always matched up based on size, gender, and/or belt color?

6) Are you learning how to use your different emotional states as the hardwired, defensive modes that they are? In other words, are you learning how to defend yourself from the different emotional response states that you might find yourself in when you're actually faced with real danger?

As you can see, my job is not to force you to believe in whatever it is the I'm teaching. My job is to teach you what I know about actually surviving a real-world attack against a bigger, stronger, and more violent attacker. And, later on, against multiple attackers, assailants armed with different weapons, and other advanced subjects.

If what you're already learning is doing that, then keep doing what you're doing. If it isn't, it's my job to suggest some other options.

But either way, you need understand that your safety and self defense is your responsibility. Not mine, or anyone else's.

It's my job to make sure that what I'm teaching you is time-tested and will work against a real attacker, during a real attack - not just in the classroom or dojo. And it's my responsibility to understand that you're placing your trust, and your life, in my hands until you're actually able to do this for yourself. That's all.

The real work is to be done by you. And that includes making sure that you're getting what you need. Because, as I said, your life depends on it.

So again, if you're really serious about learning real-world self-defense and learning how to survive - learning how to win - then you owe it to yourself to be honest when answering the above questions and to take the correct action, regardless of how it feels or what ego thinks. Period!

Effective self defense requires more than just a few "karate moves." It involves the ability to think strategically, and understand how to defend yourself with as little wear-and-tear on you as possible.

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Self defense products are the weapon against attacks and the ultimate security tool because it can save your life. It is for that reason that many people are becoming very aware of the need for their safety and protection using self defense products. These include stun guns, pepper sprays, tasers, personal alarms, and more, which have all become extremely popular since the increase of crime.

These self defense products are utilized by security companies worldwide, law enforcement agencies and the military. Since late 2007, it is reported that more than 11,000 law enforcement agencies use Tasers. Stun guns are considered more effective and is used by most police departments.

Legal in most, but not all, fifty states across America is Pepper spray. Be sure to check your city and state for any current restrictions. The manufacturer of self defense products should provide safety use and quality in the product. After quality and safety have been established, then the next requirement is for the Hazleton Laboratories to test and verify that the product is of high quality and safe to use. There are no shortcuts on quality or safety here.

The police are limited to how many places they can be at one time and at all times, so people are equipping themselves with their own method of self defense to protect themselves and their families. The word is spreading too amongst friends that self defense products should be included in their daily carrying cases, purses, or cars.

Self defense products can be found online where there is a wide variety of selections at the best prices and with low shipping costs. You will also find self defense product websites online that provide additional information on each product to give you an informed decision before you buy. You will see enlarged pictures of each product and a list of the different features of each product.

If you are looking for tasers, pepper sprays, stun guns and maybe an electronic home security system, go online and search for "self defense products," and you will find what you are looking for.

It is apparent that crime is here to stay whether at a large or small scale so that is the first and foremost reason for adequate protection. Secondly, we already established that the police cannot be everywhere when you need them and so you have to provide protection on your own.

Thirdly, the popularity of self defense products cannot be overlooked and it shows how many people are seeing the value of owning self defense products for their safety and protection. Self defense products are not popular because of any trends, but due to the increase of crime and the fact that people feel that their lives are threatened.

These products are become quite respected because they have saved so many lives and could save your life. By just having it in your possession is enough to give you that sense of peace and safety.

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Self Defense - Starts With You

Self Defense: is the act of defending oneself, one's property or the well-being of another from physical harm.

Legal Term: The claim that an act otherwise criminal was legally justifiable because it was necessary to protect a person or property from the threat or action of another.

The Legal term for self defense protects you if you hurt or kill the person that otherwise would have caused harm to you. When you think self defense you don't think about it that way. Your main goal is to get away and be free from harm or danger.

When should one use self defense? When you feel your life or loved ones life is in danger. You are taught that if possible avoid situations that would put you in harm. You should always park in well lit parking lots, walk on well lit streets, avoid alleys or dark streets if possible, and always be on your guard. If you have the opportunities walk in groups or at least have a buddy. If your company has security I am sure the guard would be obliged to assist you to your car. If you are walking down a street and see someone that may harm you cross to the other side. If you think someone is following you, again cross to the other side. You can also walk into a store or business that is open. You can even cause a scene, be loud, let people know who you are, most attackers will avoid.

When you arrive at your home have your house key ready. If you don't already, have timers put on your outside or porch light. The time that your lights come on should be an hour before you get home or as it gets dark. This allows for nights that you get off early. If you have a city installed street light it should come on at dusk, if not call in a complaint. If you have a cell phone call a friend or loved one and talk to them until you get inside. If you do not want to disturb them pretend you are on the phone. This will make any possible attacker think you are on the phone, this deterring any attack. This will work; maybe not 100 percent of the time, but it is an effective method.

So avoiding the situation and not putting yourself in a vulnerable position or place is the best self defense you can practice. Your intuition, combined with your common sense, can help get you out of trouble.

What if this is not enough? Some situations can not be avoided, and there are many things that can be done to help in your defense. The number one thing is not to rely on movie scenes. The harsh reality is a kick to the groin, a key to the eye ball, a punch to the throat is not an effective self defense move. They can be effective, but only if performed correctly and accurately. If the technique is off and your aim is not accurate, you have really made your assaulter mad. This in return just made him or her more aggressive.

There are many self defense items and tools on the market that can be effective. There are up close self defense weapons. These items are but not limited to, stun guns (for that up close attack or grab). Today's technology has improved the look and performance of stun guns. Now you can find stun guns that look like a flash light. There are stun guns that look like cell phones (for the element of surprise). The favorite of security officers are baton stun guns. These have a safety element that when grabbed below the stun tip still sends a charge to the attacker that will put him down. Many more styles and shapes are on the market today, you can find one to fit your personality or look. (Please check your state or countries laws on these items)

Most people find that if you can deter an assaulter from a distance that would be best. These items are but not limited to mace or pepper sprays. You can find these items surprisingly looking like lipstick, rings, pens, pagers, and even attaching on your key ring. Also you can buy larger containers, but sometimes the surprise can be just as deadly. The range of spray can be from 6 feet up to 25 feet. This type of self defense can be effective and allow you to get away. (Please check you state are country laws on these items)

If you opt for a stun gun, mace, or pepper spray the idea is to allow you to leave the area. The last thing you want to do is stay around and apologize. Once the assaulter is down or crying because his eyes are burning, run away, call the police, and be happy for another day.

The other self defense technique and method is taking a self defense class. Some self defense classes do offer courses for mace, pepper spray, stun guns, and tasers. You can find many self defense classes that can teach you simple moves to more advanced moves. The training is up to you. The more you train and study the more lethal and accurate you will become. The best way, in fact the only way, to prepare you to fight off an attacker is to take a self-defense class. You can take martial arts for self defense, such as karate, tae kwon do, chi kwon do, Chi Soo Te, Capoeira, and the list can go on. These are great for discipline and training, and as well as self defense. The question is how long you want to study before you can defend yourself. There are classes that show you from day one how to fight off a predator. These classes are not long and drawn out, but you can take a series of classes to advance your self defense. When looking for these short to the point classes go to your local YMCA, or call your local police department. If they can not be of help Google "self defense your city and state."

Self Defense starts with you... Don't be a victim, a number, a statistic, or a growing child's memory. Be prepared, be ready, defend yourself.

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Basic Self Defense Training - Is It REALLY Needed

Ask your friendly neighbor in his "white picket-fenced" yard and a street-smart hoodlum in the "seedier" part of town this one question...

"Is basic self defense training REALLY needed to defend yourself?"

...and you'll probably get the same response...an emphatic "NO!"...but for different reasons.

Your neighbor is probably living in a shell of imagined security where "nothing bad ever happens" while the street thug is relying on bloodied-knuckle experience as his "martial art"...and doesn't feel he needs basic self defense training.

For the average citizen however, the need for basic self defense should be abundantly obvious if you read crime reports or have ever been involved in a violent confrontation. But according to statistics, the majority of us have no real strategies to protect us in an extremely dangerous situation, because we lack basic self defense skills. Learning even the most basic self defense techniques can immediately give you a superior advantage over the majority of the population when it comes to being able to survive a violent attack.

The good news is that most criminals, bullies, and other obnoxious jerks also lack basic self defense training. Sure, they may know a few moves and have a favorite sucker punch in their bag of tricks, but most bad guys count on your vulnerability, not their own ability, to give them the upper hand.

The tactical advantage gained through basic self defense can instantly transform you from vulnerable to formidable. Regardless of physical size, age, or athletic ability, anyone can learn to protect themselves and their loved ones by practicing and internalizing a few simple and basic self defense concepts. In fact, one hour of training is usually sufficient to impart enough knowledge of basic self defense to increase your ability more than 100 percent, as long as you have a qualified and experienced teacher.

A good instructor will systematically and scientifically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each student, and then provide an appropriate mental, physical, and emotional introduction to basic self defense. Once you begin the process of learning, basic self defense becomes an attitude and lifestyle that continues to grow and evolve, as your expertise increases naturally and progressively.

After all, every black belt on earth earned the rank by first acquiring a foundation of basic self defense. Whatever else they may know depends on that fundamental core.

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Martial Arts & Self-Defense Training - Are You Learning to Defend Against the Right Attacks?

Every day, thousands of people take up the practice of self-defense and, within weeks drop out of those same programs. According to more than one survey of those who've dropped out, the primary reason is the lack of realistic self-defense training.

Lack of realistic self-defense training?

In a self-defense or martial arts program supposedly teaching self-protection skills?

How is this possible?

Maybe, as many instructors would claim, these students aren't in a position to know what is and what isn't viable self-defense training. After all, if they knew anything about street fighting self-defense, they wouldn't be in a class in the first place.

But, regardless of whether or not a student has had any prior training or even experience in having been attacked before, the average person knows what does and doesn't look real when it comes to violence. So, that argument doesn't hold up under scrutiny.

Others would say that these students just didn't give their programs enough time. But, how much is "enough" time, especially when we're training to be able to defend ourselves.

Other studies show that the average person "thinks" about taking martial arts or self-defense for about a year before actually taking action and enrolling in a program. A year!

Now, if these people have been thinking about self-defense at all, we can only assume that something - some concern - sparked their interest. Whether it was a particular news story, a close-call of their own, or just the knowledge that the area where they were living had changed and become more dangerous, the point is that, they felt they "needed" self-defense skills.

So, by the time they actually enroll in the classes, about a year has passed. During this year, at least two things have happened. First, they weren't attacked. A good thing, yes?

But second, they became exposed to the same news that said that they needed to get this part of their lives handled - BEFORE something DID happen. Until, one day, they make the decision to take action and actually enroll into a program.

So now, at this point, they're ready to get down to business. They know, or at least feel, that's it's only a matter of time before the odds shift and they find themselves being the target of some nut or criminal attacker. At this point, they want and need - results.

But, let's not forget that these people bring something else to their training - something more than just their:

wants and needs to be safe


desire to be able to handle themselves


hopes that they can actually do what's being taught

They bring...

...their past knowledge and experience. And they're just like you.

You've seen what real, modern attacks look like. You've probably watched a movie or two that had a fight that looked more like a slug-fest than a martial arts tournament. You might have seen a boxing match in your time, or remember the fights you saw in school, the bar, or wherever.

So, whether or not you've ever been in a fight or been attacked yourself, you know what a real one looks like. You know that a modern-day street thug, or your friend who had fifteen too-many for that matter, isn't going to attack you with a:

karate-punch


crane's beak, or...



tae kwon do kick to the head

Not to say that they won't because, as they say, "anything's possible." But, you know what, possible or not, it's more "probable" that, even if you're assailant knows some martial arts, in his anger he's going to throw a good old right-cross.

The point here is this...

Regardless of what style you're being presented with, you need to make sure that the first lessons you're being taught include defenses against:

hook punches


clothing grabs


body grabs
, and...

wrist grabs

You don't need to start with defending against a tae kwon do kick as a lead off, a karate-style punch from the hip, or a judo-style grab designed to control a 16th century Samurai and prevent him from grabbing his weapons. You need to begin with...

...those techniques that you're most likely to encounter should you be attacked...

...today...

...in the 21st century.

And, therein lies the problem - and the reason that people just like you are dropping out of martial arts and self-defense programs so soon after enrolling. They very quickly realize that they're learning an ancient, stylized martial system that has lost touch with the needs of students in Today's world.

This isn't a new problem though. I talk about the same thing happening to the founder of one of the self-defense systems that I inherited from my teacher. In one of my other articles, "All Martial Arts Were Not Created Equal - Exploring The Roots Of The Takagi-Yoshin Ryu of Jutaijutsu," I explain how this same thing was going on in 15th century Japan!

Regardless of whether or not this is a new problem, it is a problem.

But, you don't have to become another statistic - another in a long-line of disappointed, or incorrectly trained students who wrongly believe that what they've learned will actually work in a life-threatening self-defense situation.

If you're going to really be prepared to protect yourself, you must make sure that your martial arts or self-defense program is teaching to defend yourself against the right attacks - the attacks that you're going to have to defend against when you're attacked by a real assailant in today's world.

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To learn more about real-world self-defense training and other subjects related to the martial arts, self-defense, personal development & self-improvement, visit his website at http://www.warrior-concepts-online.com - For more free tips, strategies, and lessons for making yourself more safe in this often unsafe world, don't forget to subscribe to his powerful and informative online newsletter.

No Nonsense Self Defense - The Best Self Defense Techniques Focus on Surviving, Not "Winning"

Are you serious about developing real-world, no nonsense self defense techniques? Of course you are. You wouldn't be reading this article if you weren't!

But, did you know that the "way" you think about self defense, and where you put your focus, could make the difference between really being a master of the art of self defense...

...and being totally "wrong" if you're ever attacked?

It's true.

I want you to think about something.

And this is important.

So important in fact, that your life and safety depend on you really getting your head wrapped around this critical, life-saving lesson! And that lesson is that...

Fights are won or lost. Attacks are evaded, escaped, or survived.

Do you understand that?

Fights... where both combatants are willing participants in the match, and both are trying to win the same "prize," is very different from a situation where you are the victim of a savage attack and must do everything and anything in your power to not be beaten, broken, or killed!

These are two VERY different situations. And therefore, require two very different approaches to training and preparation for the "event."

If you're serious about learning no nonsense self defense techniques that are designed for real-world, street self defense, then you must understand this critical difference!

Because, and this is my point...

...you will only be prepared for what you train for.

So, if you're training to fight in a competition - a rule-laden match - where there are specific things that you can and cannot do...

...and your goal is to be able to survive a street self defense attack...

...then you may find that you are completely unprepared for what you are most definitely going to face at the hands of an attacker who made damned sure that:

He didn't follow any rules

The fight wasn't "fair"

He had the advantage

He was probably going to get away with it!

Never forget that self defense is about surviving a street attack, and should focus on simple, no frills, no nonsense self defense moves - not belts, trophies, or fame and fortune.

At the end of the day, when you've successfully handled an attack, you will realize that your trophy - the only trophy that counts is going home safely, and remaining in the lives of those who love you, and who look to you for safety and protection!

Effective self defense requires more than just a few "karate moves." It involves the ability to think strategically, and understand how to defend yourself with as little wear-and-tear on you as possible.

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Using Effective Body Language To De-Escalate A Real-World Self Defense Situation

Are you trying to develop the ability to defend yourself in a real world self defense situation - against a real attacker who wants to do some serious damage to you? Well, you should because statistics show that there is an assault every 17 seconds!

This article focuses on a key ability in an effective self defense plan - one that involves using body language to de-escalate a potentially violent situation. If you are serious about really wanting to learn self defense, and not about becoming the next MMA fight champion, then you need to learn the lesson in this article!

You know... being a master of the martial arts or a self defense expert is very different than being a master or expert in any other endeavor. Do you know what I mean?

What I mean is that, any other master or expert has the luxury of scrapping whatever he or she is doing if it doesn't work out right. They have the ability to take a flawed attempt at something, re-work it, and go at it again.

But, you and I don't have this luxury. Because, in a self defense situation - in a real-world attack coming from a brutal assailant who wants to beat, break or kill you - there is no "do-over." If you don't get it right the first time - you may never get the chance to do anything ever again!

So, it is in your best interest to make sure that your training - your self defense "bag-of-tricks" - has more than just step-by-step self defense techniques in it. You need to make sure that you are skilled at doing those things which, if done right and used on the right types of attackers, can literally stop the attack before it ever gets physical.

And, one of these strategies is the effective use of body language to effect control of your assailant's perceptions, and therefor his or her decision-making.

Here's an example of what I'm "NOT" talking about. And it's best explained by way of a quick story about my own early days in my martial arts and self defense career. Maybe you can relate to this story on a personal level.

One of the first things that I was taught when I first began my training was that I needed to be ready all the time. Okay. Awareness. That makes sense.

Then I was taught to take up this "ready position," which looked like a fight position. You know, hands up - body bladed, legs bent.

Now, I can be a real smart-ass sometimes but I couldn't help thinking, "If I'm supposed to be ready all the time... am I supposed to walk around like this?! It would make it difficult to make friends, to say the least!"

Now, I know that's not what teachers meant. And, this wasn't an isolated incident either. It was taught almost the same way, with the exception of the "stance" details, practically everywhere I went to train.

But, the real clincher was when I was told to face my opponent and say these words...

"I don't want to fight!"

Now, whether or not you know that 55% of human communications is non-verbal - that it's about body language - you can still see the contradiction here, can't you?

Here I am - here you are - standing in a combat stance in front of somebody who's threatening to harm you...

And you say, "I don't want to fight!"

Bull$h!t!

He may hear the words that your uttering. But he can damned well see the message that your body is sending! And, it doesn't say, "I don't want to fight." No. It says...

"Bring it on!"

Which is NOT a self defense mindset!

The point here is that, when you are trying to master the realm of self defense, you need to make sure that your words and your actions match. Hell, that should be the Golden Rule for every part of your life.

If you want to have the greatest chance of controlling and neutralizing a self defense attack, you need to make sure that what your body is saying, matches what you want him to be "hearing."

This goes equally well for attack modes, as it does for defensive ones. If you're trying to de-escalate a situation, then stand in a position or manner that says, "I'm not a threat and I really don't want to fight." You can do this and still be able to pay attention and move if you need to.

Similarly, if you are trying to convey your willingness to give him the worst day of his life if he comes at you, your body language, facial expression, and "presence" should tell him that - without you having to utter a single word.

When you get a handle on controlling your own body language, you will also find that you have greater control and influence over the perceptions, decisions, and actions of those with whom you interact. And, no one is more important, and deserving of your mindful attention...than a violent attacker!

Effective self defense requires more than just a few "karate moves." It involves the ability to think strategically, and understand how to defend yourself with as little wear-and-tear on you as possible.

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Street Self-Defense And The Law

Although it is advisable to be prepared with self-defense skills in order to protect yourself, your friends or your family against an unprovoked attack, this doesn't give you the right to go out and use these skills on the street unless it is purely for self-defense reasons.

If you use self-defense strategies for the wrong reasons it is a punishable offence and you could be convicted. It's not a matter of he hit me so I hit him back in self-defense, that's not how the law works. The aim of this article is to give you an understanding of self-defense and the law.

Street Self-Defense - The Retreat

The first thing that the law states is that you should retreat and avoid all means of physical confrontation if you can do. So if you can run and escape then that should be your first option for street self-defense, this shows that you have no intention of being involved in the use of violence.

This may appear to be the obvious thing to do but there are a lot of people who just abuse their self-defense skills and fight for fun, this is what gets them into trouble with the law. If there is nowhere to run, shout out and try attracting some attention from bystanders, this alone can distract your attacker and end the conflict.

We understand that the Retreat isn't always an option but if it is there for the taking then please use it as your first choice. Report the incident to the Police immediately.

Street Self-Defense - The Trap

If you are unable to retreat then you need to implement further self-defense strategies. So if for example you are walking down a dark lane and you are pushed into a corner with nowhere to run and there is nobody else nearby, what do you do? This is what I call The Trap and the retreat isn't an option, it's not possible.

Fear will ignite inside of you; your natural instinct will be to use your self-defense skills to protect yourself. If you are unable to escape and you need to fight to get away, the law permits you to do so by using reasonable force. The problem a lot of victims have at this stage is that if they are winning over their assailant, the pure adrenaline pumping through their body is uncontrollable and they then become the attacker.

As stated in the retreat, you should escape at your first opportunity and not beat your assailant unconscious. The law of street self-defense under these circumstances would be to use reasonable force, but what is reasonable force?

Street Self-Defence - Reasonable Force

There are widespread concerns regarding the interpretation of reasonable force, what is it and how much force can actually be used under the circumstances if street self-defense must be used.

It is without doubt that the court will determine if your actions are acceptable, whether or not you believe that the only way to avoid harm to yourself would be to hurt the attacker. The Jury will decide this by looking at a person's physical characteristics and qualities, size, gender, strength, age etc. They will also take into consideration the circumstances and surroundings at the scene of the attack.

You are not required by law to take unreasonable risks with your own safety, therefore if you can't escape and you feel threatened with your life, then you don't have to wait to strike. If you feel that striking is imminent to protect yourself from harm then you are permitted to do so. However you must act with reasonable force and there are two types:

Deadly Vs. Non-Deadly Force

Deadly force involves protecting yourself with the use of a weapon such as a gun, knife, metal bar, baseball bat etc. This kind of force must be avoided in all circumstances unless your attacker is using it against you, in which case you have the right to respond with the same level of aggression.

This kind of attack will almost definitely result in serious injury or death and in court you will have to prove that your assailant was going to attack you in this manner.

Non-deadly force is a level of force where in street self-defense you will only use methods such as punching, kicking and grappling to protect yourself. However, this must still be controlled and only enough force used to enable you to escape the situation. Once you are free to get away, your safest option is to stop fighting and run. Report the event to the police.

Conclusion:

1) Avoid physical confrontation by getting away if possible.

2) If you need to fight then you must take into consideration how much force you need to use to escape, don't abuse your rights to self-Defense.

3) You are allowed to strike first if you are trapped and in fear of your safety.

4) Never use deadly force unless your attacker intends to use it against you.

5) Always report the incident to the local police immediately.

The law may vary between countries and states but these basic guidelines will apply internationally. For your own safety and the safety of your family, I would strongly advise that you prepare yourself with street self-defense strategies to avoid the possibility of a traumatic experience.

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Are You Learning The Right Lessons To Protect Yourself? The 3 Realms of Self Defense Training

To most people, self defense is all the same. Even to most instructors offering to teach you how to defend yourself, the implication is that there is only one way to do things. And yet, there are actually 3 very distinct approaches to this type of training and skill development. And, each approach is designed for very specific needs, threats, and even lifestyles.

This article outlines each of these three approaches and gives you a very important perspective on the topic of self defense. After you read every word in this lesson, you'll be better armed to know what you need or, if you are already training, if the training you're getting is right for you and your unique situation.

When I first introduce the idea that there is more than one approach to self defense training, many people think that I'm talking about martial arts "style." They think that I am about to advocate one person's program over another's. And, I guess I could take that route if the only thing I wanted to do was to sell you on the idea of doing things the way I think you should.

And, even though my experience at actually dealing with real-world violence tells me that you must be doing certain things right, it doesn't matter what "style" you practice - as long as you are doing THOSE things have been proven to give you the advantage and help you survive a real attack.

That being said, there are others who think that, when I broach this topic, that I am talking about things like the difference between self defense for men and women's self defense, or groundfighting vs., favoring weapons, etc.

But, what I'm really talking about are the three realms that you may find yourself in when you need self defense techniques to handle violence coming at you. These three realms are really about "why" you need self defense techniques, and to a great degree, what you will be "allowed" to do in your defense, or in the defense of someone else.

Here are the 3 Realms that I'm talking about:

1) Law Enforcement Officer - In this realm, you must be extremely aware of the "use-of-force" doctrine, as-well-as any other departmental policies and legal limitations which serve to restrict your actions. Also, since you "must" stay on the scene, and you can't run away like a civilian, you need to be very skilled at controlling a situation, and or the assailant, until backup arrives.

In addition to physical, hand-to-hand self defense techniques, training in this realm should also include use of verbal and body language skills, personality profiling, and threat assessment training to allow for greater control and de-escalation.

2) Executive Security / Bodyguard - This realm is "exactly opposite" that of the law enforcement officer. The the LEO is required to deal with the violent attacker, the bodyguard wants as little contact with the assailant as possible. The reason for this is that, the longer you are tied up with the aggressor, the longer the principle - the client paying you to protect them - is left unattended and exposed to other danger!

The roll of the bodyguard in a high-profile situation is to pass the attacker off to secondary, uniformed security, and get the principle as far away from that location as possible. Many are surprised to find out that self defense training in this realm also includes topics such as, how to wear a suit or tuxedo properly, etiquette, and even table manners like which fork to use. The reason for these things is to be able to blend in at high-class, social events so that potential attackers can't identify, and therefor "take out" security, before they move in on the real target(s).

3) Civilian / Military Combatant - While the soldier may indeed have limitations and regulations for engaging the enemy, the rule of thumb for hand-to-hand combat in the heat of the moment is...

...survive!

And this is the same for the private citizen. Because, like the soldier, the private citizen, including the LEOs and bodyguards when they aren't working, may have the law of self defense to adhere to, but...

...how you go about defending yourself isn't generally an issue.

Where the police officer cannot just punch someone in the face and get into a boxing match, or the bodyguard can't just tackle a would be assailant, without either of these two creating more serious problems for themselves...

...as a private citizen, you can punch, kick, grapple, bring a weapon into the fight, etc.

The point here is that you need to know that what you are doing is usable and appropriate for the realm in which you re most likely to need it. So, rather than buy into some guru's "punch-first and end the fight" theory, or enrolling in that mma groundfighting school down the street...

...you need to understand your needs, and the conditions that dictate what kind of self defense techniques you will need when and if you are required to defend yourself against a violent attack!

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3 Self-Defense Principles You Must Remember

Regardless of whether you're using a Kubotan self-defense keychain, a handgun, or unarmed tactics, there are certain undeniable concepts and principles - truths if you will - about a self-defense encounter that must be acknowledged and planned for. To overlook or ignore even one of these is to be done at your own risk and peril.

While there are many more principles that I consider to be critical, we'll start with a few of the most basic, and therefore the most important here. Please note that I used the words "basic" and "important" in the same sentence. Often, students (and teachers for that matter) tend to see the basics as "necessary evils to learn in order to get to the really cool stuff." When, in fact, the basics ARE the "cool stuff," and...

...without them, you wouldn't be able to do anything else!

If you're new to the topic of real-world self-defense, burn these principles into your subconscious mind so that you'll never forget them. If you consider yourself to be an old veteran or an advanced student, you might still want to look over them, just to make sure that you're not missing anything important.

Self-Defense Principles to "Live" By

1. You Are Your Own First-Line of Self Defense

Remember that, when the attack happens, more often than not, you will be alone. And, if you are with someone else, then chances are even greater that you are facing multiple attackers.

I talk a lot in my other books and articles, especially in "The Karate-Myth," about the fact that no one else, not even the police, can save you. And that goes for your teacher as-well, regardless of how good he or she is.

You will either be prepared or not when the penny drops. That means that...

...it will be your responsibility to do what you must to survive until help, back-up, or whatever, arrives.

And that goes equally well for those of us who have been trained to know better. Like the story of an off-duty police officer who, having years of training, carried her firearm with her everywhere she went.

Until one day, she went out to lunch with mom and dad.

Since they were just going into a fast-food place for lunch and mom and dad didn't care much for guns, she decided to leave the weapon in her car.

During lunch, a man entered the restaurant and killed several patrons...

...including her parents.

Though she got out with her life, the ONE TIME she needed her training and her weapon...

...her parents died.

Imagine living with that for the rest of your life!

So, if you're going to train yourself with a Kubotan, self-defense keychain, handgun, or any other weapon, make sure that, not only is it WITH you when you need it, that if possible...

...it's IN your HAND!

2. Keep It Short and Simple

Sport martial artists kill me. Not that they can anymore than anyone else, but what they do, and the way they think, is what leaves me shaking my head in confusion and disbelief.

Anyone who's ever been in a real-world encounter, where they were fighting for life and limb, knows that seconds can feel like an eternity.

SECONDS.

In fact, the average self-defense encounter is over in 6 to 10 seconds. Not minutes.

So much for the money-making climactic fight scenes at the end of a movie, huh? Where the hero takes on the arch-villain for 20 minutes or so.

Sorry. Just doesn't work that way.

In fact, you only store enough glycogen (a type of sugar) in your muscles for fight-or-flight work for about 7 to 11 seconds of full-out work. After that, your body must hold out for another 7 to 11 seconds to produce enough of that magic "juice" to go at it again.

The fact that karate tournaments set things up with a two minute time frame on average is proof that things are not geared towards self-defense. Of course, all the rules that are nonexistent on the street help a little too.

If you've ever been attacked, you probably know that it was over long before two minutes were up (if you were counting). Unless you're running and hiding or pulling the school-boy-fight thing where it looks like a boxing match, you can't physically keep going for longer than your muscles have fuel for.

In addition to this, a self-defense situation is NOT the time nor the place to be showing off your way-cool tricky moves. The attacker doesn't care and, quite frankly, that kind of foolishness is just going to make him...

...fight HARDER!

If you want to win - if you want to survive - if you want to wake up tomorrow on THIS side of the grass, you have got to keep your defenses simple and to the point. Do what you have to do to get him to stop - and do it quickly.

Period.

3. There's a Difference Between a Fight and a Self-Defense Situation

Again, you have to know why you're there.

Are you trying to prove something?

Do you need to be right?

Are you trying to make a point?

Are you afraid of getting something you don't want or losing something you do?

If you are, then...

...you're in a fight - you're fighting!

It's not self-defense, although you might be trying to defend yourself while simultaneously trying to inflict your damage on him.

But, a self-defense situation is different. It's very different...

...before the attack even starts.

The Difference Between Fighting and Self-Defense

What is the difference between a fight and a self-defense situation? I mean, both people are attacking the other, right?

Well...

...not exactly. And, if you've ever been in either or both, you already know the answer.

Simply stated, a fight has two or more combatants who are willing participants in the foray, they are all there by mutual agreement. They all WANT to be there.

Whereas, in a defensive encounter there may be two or more mutually agreeable participants to the event, but...

...they are all on the SAME side!

In a self-defense situation, at least one of the combatants, the victim - the target of the assault - has NOT chosen to be there.

Do you see the difference?

While a self-defense situation and a fight might APPEAR to be the same thing, they are in reality, very different.

So, get over any thoughts, fears, or aversions to fighting. I don't like to fight either. But...

...I have become very good at fighting skills and dealing with a person who wants to fight or attack me.

There is a big difference.

In Today's world of violence, street crime, spousal and child abuse, and terrorism, it is no longer possible to live in denial. It seems that, every day, more and more people are waking up to the realization that violence in some form has touched either them or someone they know. They end up finding out that...

...self-defense training is no longer a choice - it's a responsibility!

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Do You Know What Kind of Self Defense Techniques and Training You Need to Defend Yourself?

One of the biggest mistakes that you can make in learning to defend yourself is to just take someone's word. Regardless of whether the person you're talking to is wearing a black belt around his or her waist, is a 600th degree poo-bah in Tic Tac Toe, or is the creator of the latest, greatest, "kill-'em with one finger" self defense course, you must take responsibility for insuring that you get the kind of self defense techniques that will actually save your you-know-what, when the time comes!

This article sheds some light on one piece of knowledge that you should have so that you can make sure that you're not trying to learn self defense from some guy who just has a few "ideas," but has never really "been there" to prove that his stuff works! I can't guarantee that, after you read this, that you'll be able to spot a "wanna-be" from the real thing, when it comes to self defense experts. But, you will at least know where to begin to insure that your are learning the kind of self defense techniques that will match the types of attacks you are most likely to encounter!

And, before I go into this lesson any further, let's set the record straight that...

Self defense is NOT the same thing as "fighting!"

It's funny but, when I was a cop and I was pulling two guys off each other, every single time both of them would tell me that they were just "defending themselves!" Funny. You both looked like you were fighting. That means that neither of you looked like you were trying to get away from the other!

And, that same mentality is prevalent in the self defense world. Every guru seems to have a "self defense" book, video, or program. And yet, when you look closely at the lessons being taught, what you see are lessons for fighting - for beating someone down - not escaping.

But, if we're talking about self defense, we must include the context in which we are defending ourselves. We must also look at things like why we're being attacked, by whom, and with what kind of attack or weapon.

What I mean is that, to understand and therefor be able to look for the right self defense techniques for you, you need to ask the question, "under what condition or circumstances am I likely to be attacked?"

Here are several types of self defense paradigms. Each one comes with it's own set of needs, strategies, tactics, and purpose. And, these things in and of themselves, determine what "kind" of self defense techniques you need.

1) Self Defense for police officers and armed security personnel.

2) Self Defense for body guards and executive protection specialists.

** The above two types require almost the exact opposite when it comes to training, by the way!

3) Self Defense for the average citizen. (This is subdivided and can be further broken down to include self defense for women, rape defense, and self defense for children)

While there are general principles and concepts that are universal, regardless of which group you are in, the fact remains that if you are really going to learn the types of self defense techniques that you need to be able to defend yourself against "your" most likely attacker, who's throwing his most likely attack...

...you MUST begin by knowing who and what that is BEFORE you even get started!

Effective self defense requires more than just a few "karate moves." It involves the ability to think strategically, and understand how to defend yourself with as little wear-and-tear on you as possible.

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The Truth About Personal Self Defense Weapons

Sorry I haven't written anything for a while folks, but these days it seems like there's more on my to-do-list then there is time to do them. In fact, my daily travels are what inspired me to sit down and write this letter today.

It seems like everywhere I go these days, I get asked the same questions about self defense weapons. Are they legal? Should I carry one? Do they really work? (And assuming they really do work for self defense)... How do I know which one is really going to work for me?

The truth is, there really is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. It's a personal question, which has a personal answer for each individual. So I'm going to do what I can to help clear some of the fog on this topic, and we'll start with a simple definition for the term "self defense weapon".

Self-defense: The act of defending one's person or interests from harm by the use of physical force or argument.

Weapon: Any instrument or device used to inflict harm on another, either for attack or defense.

So for the purpose of this article, we'll consider a self defense weapon to be any instrument or device used to defend yourself from physical harm or attack... Simple enough.

Personal defense weapons come in many shapes and sizes. In fact, just about anything you use to defend yourself could be considered a self defense weapon. So rather than creating a list of self defense weapons (which is practically endless), I'll just go over some of the concepts that are common for all of these devices.

First let's talk about what a self defense weapon is NOT...

A self defense weapon is NOT an animate object with a mind of its own. In other words, it doesn't think for itself, and it doesn't sit there coiled up, waiting for the opportunity to strike at someone. A self defense weapon is a tool, no more. And being a tool, what it does depends entirely on what you do with it. A weapon can be very useful for keeping you safe. However, you've got to remember a few certain things...

1. A SELF DEFENSE WEAPON IS NOT MAGIC.

Once you have a weapon, it doesn't mean you're automatically safe. So, don't go walking into a bad section of town, in the middle of the night, carrying a big handful of money. And don't flip off the local gang leader just because you have a weapon in your pocket

2. YOU NEED TO LEARN HOW TO USE YOUR SELF DEFENSE WEAPON.

And even more important, you need to have confidence in your ability to use it. Just having a weapon doesn't mean it'll be any help at all. This is actually a big problem among the uninformed; Military and law enforcement research confirms that people who lack confidence in a technique or device will not resort to it in a stressful situation.

Many people have been seriously hurt in violent encounters with a personal self defense weapon right in their hand. In the stress of the moment, they didn't think to use it or doubted its' ability to impact the situation. Perhaps they were afraid that it would only make matters worse.

So if you're thinking of carrying a personal self defense weapon, make sure you're prepared to learn how to use it. And practice to become skillful with it. You also need to be prepared to use the device aggressively on a predator, to protect yourself. Never carry a Personal Safety Weapon with the intent to "bluff" your assailant. This is one sure way to have your weapon taken away and used against you. So if you are not prepared to use it decisively, don't carry it!

3. WEAPONS DON'T WORK IF YOU AREN'T HOLDING THEM.

You've got to keep your eyes open and pay attention, and you need to know how to carry and use your weapon of choice, cause if you don't, you may not get a chance to use it. A gun doesn't help if it's still in its holster, and a pepper spray or a stun gun isn't too useful if it's still in the bottom of your purse or in the kitchen drawer at home when you get attacked. So when you carry a weapon for self defense, make sure you can get to it quickly if the need arises.

People seldom leave their homes thinking, "Gee, I think I'll go out and fend off a mugger, or a rapist today!" What happens to most self defense weapons is the novelty wears off and they're quickly forgotten, then they find their way to the bottom of a purse, the glove box of your car, or the back of a kitchen drawer. They won't do you much good there! So ask yourself, is the device you are considering something practical enough to carry with you all of the time.

4. NOTHING WORKS 100% OF THE TIME.

Over-inflated claims and quick-fix promises are everywhere in the self-defense business. Many gadget salespeople and wannabe self-defense experts exaggerate the benefits and capabilities of their systems and products.

You need to understand, and acknowledge the limitations of a self defense weapon, and have a back-up plan. Keep in mind that nothing is ever 100% effective all the time. Even a gun is only 99% effective. Sometimes people get shot, but they still don't go down. Yet, I don't know anyone who would say a gun isn't effective.

So knowing that nothing works 100% of the time means no matter what self defense weapon you decide to carry, you should still have a back up plan for defending yourself... just in case

5. THERE ARE LAWS ABOUT WEAPONS...

Lots of laws. Starting primarily with laws about guns, the use of guns, carrying a gun, etc. but there are also laws about stun guns, pepper spray, knives, batons, etc. Mostly having to do with when weapons may be used, and under what circumstances.

Do what you can to learn the laws about weapons in your area, but more importantly, use a bit of common sense. Pulling a gun on a guy because he cut you off in traffic is a no-no, and shooting someone in the face with pepper spray because they took the last donut at the meeting is not using good judgment. So when learning to use your self defense weapon, also learn the laws regarding the weapon, and when you can and can't use it legally.

So there you have it, a few basic truths about self defense weapons.

I could go on for another half hour about personal defense weapons, and never run out of things to say, but this article has already passed the one thousand-word mark, so I'll end it here. The bottom line is, if you're going to carry a weapon for self defense, make sure you know how to use it, and are prepared to use if the need arises.

Until next time, Stay safe and stay alive.

Steve / NASP

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Unarmed Self Defense - 3 Quick Tips

3 Quick Tips to Unarmed Self Defense

-Total Commitment

-Alignment

-Response

Real unarmed self defense means that your life is on the line and you have to attack to survive. There is no back and forth sparing or set kata attacks. You just need to find something to attack to end the threat.

Competition punching and kicking don't work in reality. If you look at any real street fight there isn't 3-12 rounds of back and forth testing your opponent. No there's one person attacking another person.

Putting Trauma Into Another Person Is Everything Here

Here's some quick tips to help you get started. This is not the end all be all of attacks. Just some basic principles to help with your future training. Just take them to enhance your skills, especially with unarmed self defense.

Tip 1: Total Commitment

This means that if you're going to attack. Attack with all you've got. Holding back here, could mean death for you. Put all your body weight behind every strike and follow-through.

Some students ask me about the legality of this type of attacks. Remember your life and those you love are on the line. You need to do this to survive and nothing else. Remember this your unarmed self defense. No weapons.

The time for worrying is gone. It's time to attack to end them. Reality is that you probably will be hit, stabbed, or shot, but none of it helps you. As long as you end the threat first, none of it matters.

Without total commitment you put your life in danger.

Tip 2: Alignment

This means that your body is the correct formation to destroy the threat. Everything is set with each hit, no bouncing off. All that energy is put into stopping that person.

If you look at fighters today, they don't come in as much as they should. I understand that it's to keep a safe distance and this is great in the ring or cage.

Sometimes you see fighters hit and the other guy goes sailing a way. The fighter is in shock and has to run after it.

Don't be that guy! That guy gets mugged by other guys.

Proper alignment with commitment lets you always stay on the action until you choose it's over. Do not give an attacker a second to recover or put a weapon.

So how are you going to know where they're going to be?

Tip 3: Response

The human body moves in predictable ways once trauma is delivered. You know where they are because you put them there. This requires a willing training partner.

Competition is against this type of training. A good partner will help you learn how the body moves due to trauma and not fight with you.

If you don't know how to respond to trauma. Get an unarmed self defense instructor to help you. It will be worth the look. Even some self defense dvds help in this area.

There you go, 3 quick tips to unarmed self defense

-Total Commitment

-Alignment

-Response

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3 Annoying Myths in Self Defense

There are a lot of self defense myths and falsehoods out there. Unfortunately, every martial artist has heard are fallen victim to one or more of them. I am no different in this case.

Yet there are three big ones that seem to trick people time and time again. So in hopes of exposing these myths, I am showing you these today.

Annoying Myth #1: There is an Ultimate Self Defense Style/ Course

The forums ring with people claiming this self defense course is the ultimate self defense course or this style is the ultimate self defense style. These people are often cleverly coined forum warriors.

These people are often affiliate marketers of a specific course or just wannabe martial artist, many of which have never been in a serious fight in their lives. No wonder so many of their comments leave people confuse.

In truth, when you want to determine a self defense style, a lot of things come into play. What is you size? How strong are you? What is your style of learning? All these things come into play when you are determining the best method for you.

You also have to look at the school. How well do the students.

Remember, when you are looking for a good self defense school, you do not need to find the very best. That is a life long journey. You just need to find a good school that will show you how to effectively get the job done of defending yourself. Thats all.

Once you get that down, then, only if you choose to, you can begin searching for schools that can advance your techniques because you will know what to look for.

So in a nutshell, instead of searching for the ultimate style, just focus on finding a style that you think works well for you, and a school where the teacher is a good communicator who answers your questions and the students are good fighters.

Annoying Myth #2: You Can Become A Deadly Commando In Just a Few Days With this Take-Home Self Defense Course!

You have probably seen ads for these on the internet or in self defense magazines. Some top secret law enforcement or army guy tells you that they have the ultimate top secret self defense technique that will turn you into an army super soldier in days. Yet when you get them, what you learn does not live up to the hype.

Again, we are not attacking take home self defense courses. There are some very goods ones out there that, when used along with live martial arts training can really help you to improve your overall technique.

However, when a scam artist states that their course can deliver impossible results with very little training, you have to wonder. Our opinion is, when you see these offers, dont get over excited. They may have some very valid tips, but nothing that will make you a one man or woman army.

So, again, martial arts training from a school mixed with take home self defense courses can be very good if you get the right one. But take home self defense courses without proper training from a school can often be incomplete and leave you unprepared for a real life-death situation.

Annoying Myth #3: Your Own Two Hands Are Your Best Self Defense Weapon

This myth is absolutely ridiculous, and makes me angry more than anything. This myth states that there is no better self defense weapon than your own two hands and feet. And to me, there is no sillier of a myth than this.

For those of who self defense dreamers with Champaign wishes and caviar dreams, who think that this empty hand combat is the only way to go, allow me to elaborate...

You are walking down the street when an attacker tells you to get in the car. You tell them, I dont think so, and put up your dukes. The attacker then pulls out a gun. Who will be the victor?

I can almost guarantee you it will not be you.

Now, if you have been specially trained in the art of unarmed combat through the military, law enforcement, and martial arts you're chances are much better than that. However, those people know and understand the importance of using more than just your hands and feet.

Now don't be mistaken, training in any empty hand combat is an excellent idea. It conditions you, and shows you how to effectively defend yourself. However, empty hand combat should only be used as an absolute last defense.

The truth is the most effective self defense weapon you could use is not your hands or feet, or anything else for that matter. The most effective self defense weapon is your brain. In other words, good old fashioned common since.

Think about it for a second. If you had a choice of a way to stop a criminal dead in their tracks, I am sure you could think of about 3 or 4 that might be more effective then just using your bare hands.

For example, you might think of using a taser gun, to stop them dead in their tracks. Or you may want to use a pepper spray to shoot at them for 6 feet away. You could hit them with a stun gun and run like heck or you could pick up a stone or brick and throw it at them.

You see what we mean?

Too many people think that the world is a kung fu movie, when really its not. The real world thugs will not only hurt you, they will kill you and they don't care about your empty hand abilities or not. So you need to do as much as you can to legal stack the odds of survival in your favor.

But what happens if someone takes away my self defense weapon?

Well, there is a possibility that this could happen, but again, by educating yourself on self defense products you can greatly reduce the chance of you being harmed if this happens. For example, did you know that most stun guns have a disable pin that, once removed renders the device inoperable? That means they could never use your stun gun against you.

You may also want to think of the fact that having the advantages of having a self defense weapon on you far, far outweighs the disadvantages of not having anything to defend yourself with.

Think of a self defense weapon as the ultimate diversion. It is a doorway out of a difficult situation, so if you find yourself in a situation where someone is taking you self defense weapon away, don't tussle with them. Throw it at their face. Use it to your leverage and always, always, run as if your life depended on it, because in truth it does.

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