| Is Karate Any Use As An Effective Self Defense System? | | 2008-08-28 11:00:00 | | Is Karate Any Use As An Effective Self Defense System? was written by Stephen Irwin from thekatabook.comThe debate as to whether karate is effective on the streets continues to this very day and with current interest in mixed martial arts training it seems that karate is on the losing side. The no camp are winning this one, and to a certain extent I have to agree with them.The problem with a lot of karate is the way in which it is trained. If you want to be able to get through a live situation i... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| In A Self-Defense Situation Fight Smarter, Not Harder | | 2008-08-25 01:00:01 | | In A Self-Defense Situation Fight Smarter, Not Harder was written by Jeffrey Miller from warrior-concepts-online.comIf you've ever seen or been a part of a conventional martial arts program, one of the things you may have noticed is the level of activity of the students according to rank. It seems like the white belts do little to get results - they have the simple techniques - while the upper levels do more and more. And, while this is in some ways normal and natural, it's the way each level co... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| 4 Reasons Why Kicking An Attacker In The Groin Is A Bad Idea During A Self-Defense Situation | | 2008-08-24 21:00:01 | | 4 Reasons Why Kicking An Attacker In The Groin Is A Bad Idea During A Self-Defense Situation was written by Jeffrey Miller from warrior-concepts-online.comIt goes without question that, within the realms of martial arts and self-defense, there are literally hundreds of things that you can do to debilitate an attacker. From the various methods of striking different body targets with punches and kicks, to throwing, locking, pressure point attacks, and joint-manipulation techniques, each is effecti... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| In A Self-Defense Situation Control The Distance And You Control The Fight | | 2008-08-24 17:00:02 | | In A Self-Defense Situation Control The Distance And You Control The Fight was written by Jeffrey Miller from warrior-concepts-online.comOne thing that becomes painfully evident to anyone who has been studying the Ninja's warrior arts for any length of time is...the shear impossibility of being able to practice all that you've learned. After even a short time in training, the number of skills, technique models known as "kata," and weapons hits a point where, even if you wanted to, you could not ... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Non-Combative Self-Defense | | 2008-08-18 03:00:02 | | Non-Combative Self-Defense was written by Jeffrey Miller from warrior-concepts-online.comAt first glance, it would seem that the only logical approach to successfully defending yourself against a dangerous attacker is to learn and get really good at karate or some other form of physical self-defense. After all, when you look around at what's being offered, seen on TV or in the movies, and described in the media, that's all that can be seen.The truth is that, when it comes to really knowing what ... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Self-Defense, Safety, And The 6 Keys To Effectiveness | | 2008-08-17 15:00:01 | | Self-Defense, Safety, And The 6 Keys To Effectiveness was written by Jeffrey Miller from warrior-concepts-online.comWhen most people think of self-defense, what usually comes to mind is protecting oneself from the physical onslaught from a criminal attacker. And, while this is not, in itself, a problem, it is however, only a small part of being able to be safe and free from harm in Today's often dangerous world.The following is a list of the major key skill areas that should be developed if you... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Self Defense Secret Lets You Beat Multiple Attackers Empty-Handed | | 2008-08-15 11:00:01 | | Self Defense Secret Lets You Beat Multiple Attackers Empty-Handed was written by Matt Numrich from jkdondvd.comFor many people in the martial arts world, it is pretty much common knowledge that, in order to fight multiple attackers, you basically should find something -- anything -- you can use as a weapon.Because even something as small and ordinary as a garbage can lid or your belt can actually serve as an "equalizer" in a fight.But, there are times when multiple attackers will surround a pers... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Sneaky Filipino Self Defense Secret Lets You Win Almost Any Weapons Fight | | 2008-08-13 11:00:01 | | Sneaky Filipino Self Defense Secret Lets You Win Almost Any Weapons Fight was written by Matt Numrich from jkdondvd.comOne of the great "equalizers" in any fight on the street -- even if you are being bum rushed by multiple opponents -- is to have something as a weapon.A knife, a bat, a garbage can lid, a broken bottle, even your belt can be used to even the odds.However, there may be a time when you are in a fight where both you and an opponent have weapons. And if you've never trained in the u... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Why Martial Arts And Self Defense Moves Dont Mean Jack Squat | | 2008-08-12 11:00:01 | | Why Martial Arts And Self Defense "Moves" Don't Mean Jack Squat was written by Matt Numrich from jkdondvd.comWhenever people start learning martial arts and self defense skills -- whether it's in a dojo, health club or even at the YMCA -- they will usually learn a lot of different "techniques." Like kicking, punching, leg sweeping, blocking etc.However, just as important as technique -- maybe even more important, depending on who you ask -- is something you rarely hear in the dojos, on TV or rea... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| The Bizarre Self Defense Secret That Terrifies Violent Thugs | | 2008-08-10 20:11:58 | | The Bizarre Self Defense Secret That Terrifies Violent Thugs was written by Matt Numrich from jkdondvd.comDid you know that when you begin learning martial arts, self defense and how to handle yourself in a violent situation, you actually start to give off certain "vibes" in your regular, every day life, that tell people you're not someone to mess with?It's true.In fact, I've seen this phenomenon so many times, it doesn't even surprise me anymore.For example, a martial arts student of mine (some... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| The Secret Self Defense Tactic That Lets You Win Ground Fights Without Fighting | | 2008-08-10 08:30:16 | | The Secret Self Defense Tactic That Lets You Win Ground Fights Without Fighting was written by Matt Numrich from jkdondvd.comIt's pretty much common knowledge if you study statistics or talk with law enforcement officers that the majority of fights eventually end up on the ground.But what may not be so well known and obvious is this almost fool-proof way to win a ground fight without needing to know a lot of moves or techniques -- and that works regardless of your size, strength, weight and powe... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Why Fighting And Self Defense Is Your Only Real Protection Against Violent Sociopaths | | 2008-08-08 11:00:10 | | Why Fighting And Self Defense Is Your Only Real Protection Against Violent Sociopaths was written by Matt Numrich from jkdondvd.comOne of the more dangerous types of people in the world are sociopaths -- the 4% of the population who don't have a conscience. Who're not "wired" to care about anyone else.The kind of people who can rob, hurt, torture even kill another person without thinking twice -- as if it's just another "chore" on their list.But knowing they exist and what they are capable of is... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Why Train Self-Defense Solo? | | 2008-08-03 11:00:01 | | Why Train Self-Defense Solo? was written by Al Ridenhour from attackproof.comFor students who attend our regular classes the information below will be nothing new. Many have heard me pontificate on these points at various times, however, I think it's important to share this information with others to hopefully help them focus their training in order to improve upon the quality of their workouts especially when they train on their own. This piece doesn't get into any specific training methods but... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Defend Women’s Right - Learn to Protect Yourself With Self Defense | | 2008-07-25 00:00:00 | | Crimes are not gender biased; however one could not just deny the fact that women are more prone to crimes rather than men. Instead of screaming “help” for your rescuer why not move your muscle and give your offender a big blow on the face? Moreover, there are also some steps that you could do [...]... | | By: Resources Zone | | |
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| Top 3 Reasons Why Why Self Defense For Women Is Different From Self Defense For The General Public | | 2008-07-23 07:00:02 | | Top 3 Reasons Why Why Self Defense For Women Is Different From Self Defense For The General Public was written by Ahmad Mutammim There is a big misconception among the public regarding self-defense – Self-defense tactics and strategy for the general public is the same as self defense for women. Let me tell you a shocking truth that some techniques and strategies taught in general self-defense classes are not practical and effective when applied by women! I am not trying to say that women are ... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Combat Muay Thai 3: Fitness & Self Defense | | 2008-07-19 23:54:30 | | Combat Muay Thai 3: Fitness & Self Defense
some tips on strikes, basic conditioning, simple plyometrics
This is probably the weakest of the 3 tape series by the "Sleeper". Walter does show some basic conditioning exercises which include plyometric jumps on and off the ring platform, skip knees using the ropes, uphill windsprints, dumbell incline presses, push presses, and some neck exercises... | | By: Muay Thai Kickboxing | | |
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| Women: Honor Yourself and Take Up Self Defense | | 2008-07-19 00:00:00 | | Since September 11, the word “terrorism” has permeated the English language. Turn on the television or radio, pick up a newspaper, book or magazine, eavesdrop on a conversation and we’re talking terrorism. We did not however have to wait to September 11th to realize that terrorism is alive and well in this country, as [...]... | | By: Resources Zone | | |
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| Tough Or Smart - What's Your Most Powerful Self-Defense Weapon: Mind Or Body? | | 2008-07-13 22:00:01 | | Tough Or Smart - What's Your Most Powerful Self-Defense Weapon: Mind Or Body? was written by Randy LaHaie from toughenup.com There are as many approaches to self-defense as there are reasons why people study it.What are YOUR reasons and what approach are YOU using? How confident are you that your efforts will produce the results what you want?What is it about self-defense that interests you?You must be looking for something or you wouldn't be reading this, right?Some people learn self-defense t... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Self Defense And The Science Of Stress Performance | | 2008-07-12 09:00:01 | | Keep Your System Simple! Self Defense And The Science Of Stress Performance was written by Randy LaHaie from toughenup.com "There Are No Superior Martial Arts, Only Superior Martial Artists"I've read, heard, repeated and written that phrase so often I can't even remember where it came from. The reason I like it so much is because it's true!This article is not another effort to debate the merits of one self-defense system over another. Nor is it to argue about which style will or won't work "on ... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| The Self-Defense Keychain | | 2008-07-11 21:00:00 | | The Self-Defense Keychain was written by Randy LaHaie from toughenup.com I use a generic term, "Self-Defense Keychain," to describe this device but you may have heard of it by more popular, commercial names such as "Kubaton" or "Persuader Keychain." Because, "Kubaton" is the most popular, I'll use that term interchangeably with the one I use.The Kubaton is a light-weight metal, plastic or wooden dowel. It's about five inches long and one half inch in diameter. The shaft of this weapon is usuall... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| The Karate Myth: Why Most Martial Arts And Self Defense Programs Are Wrong | | 2008-07-07 21:00:01 | | The Karate Myth: Why Most Martial Arts And Self Defense Programs Are Wrong was written by Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com You know, when I first started learning how to protect myself, the training was almost entirely focused on the memorization and performance of the technique. What I mean is......the lessons revolved around the step-by-step mindset. Even testing was centered around the correct "performance" of the technique in question. But, that performance was tied more to duplica... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| No Martial Arts Or Self-Defense Technique Is Perfect | | 2008-07-07 15:00:02 | | No Martial Arts Or Self-Defense Technique Is Perfect was written by Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com Far too many people who are training in the martial arts or in a self-defense program - including police and security personnel by-the-way - take for granted that all they have to do is learn a few tricks and that's it. When, according to the reality and nature of self-defense, no technique that you've learned in a martial arts or self-defense class is perfect in-and-of-itself for the un... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Ninjutsu Martial Arts Strategy: Key Moments & Phases In A Self-Defense Situation | | 2008-07-07 09:00:14 | | Ninjutsu Martial Arts Strategy: Key Moments & Phases In A Self-Defense Situation was written by Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com A major pivoting point in my ninjutsu martial arts learning process happened when I realized that there was something more going on than just the punching, kicking, and what-not, that makes up conventional martial arts and self-defense training. In fact, once I saw it happening, my mind shifted away from the typical orientation toward this "style"... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Training - Can You Really Learn Martial Arts And Self Defense From Seminar Training Only? | | 2008-07-05 21:00:00 | | Training - Can You Really Learn Martial Arts And Self Defense From Seminar Training Only? was written by Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com What do you do when, you want to pursue the study of the martial artsMore posts about 'martial arts' from our siteUnderstanding Martial Arts A Little BetterMartial Arts CompetitionBenefits of Martial Arts Training For Kids part 1The Benefits Of Martial Arts TrainingTraining With Martial Arts Weapons - Karate Kung Fu Weaponry or learn real-world self-d... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Ninjutsu Martial Arts Training - Don't Depend On Weapons For Self-Defense | | 2008-07-05 09:00:01 | | Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com wrote this Ninjutsu Martial Arts Training - Don't Depend On Weapons For Self-Defense This is based on something that I wrote in my "KUBOTAN: Self-Defense Keychain" ebook. And, although the discussion was aimed at the weapon that served as the focus of the book, in actuality, any weapon, modern or traditional, can be substituted.Now, please don't confuse what I'm about to say with whether or not I use weapons. Weapons should be a part of any sound self-de... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| 3 Keys To Effective Self Defense | | 2008-07-04 09:00:36 | | 3 Keys To Effective Self Defense was written by Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com When you think of a self-defenseMore posts about 'self-defense' from our siteSafety Awareness & Self DefenseSelf Defense: Proper Combat Psychology For Reality Based Self Defense ExplainedHow To Choose A Self Defense ProductEquipment - How to Select Your Martial Arts and Self Defense EquipmentChoosing a Self Defense / Martial Arts School: A Parents Guide situation, what are the top three considerations f... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| The 4 Lines Of Self Defense | | 2008-07-03 21:00:13 | | Shandy Smith from http://www.roseandriver.com/ tells us about The 4 Lines Of Self Defense The cry of "Self defense!" is common among those who get into trouble for fighting. Often this is heard from both parties, which makes the statement suspect. Self defense is a complex concept. The defining the word is the easy part. In terms of cultural and legal meanings, it gets even more confusing; however, the purpose of this article is to examine what goes into self defense, rather than disse... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Self Defense Reality - A Reason To Study Reality Based Martial Arts & Self-Protection | | 2008-07-02 09:00:01 | | Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com tells us about Self Defense Reality - A Reason To Study Reality Based Martial Arts & Self-Protection Imagine, if you will...A woman walking across a dark parking lot late at night. The lot, apparently occupied only by the vehicles parked there and the occasional cat hunting for an evening snack.Then, as if from out of nowhere, she feels the hard, meaty arm slam into her throat from the front. While her mind races to determine exactly what's happening... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Self Defense - Choosing To Be A Survivor Instead Of A Victim | | 2008-07-01 21:09:35 | | Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com tells us about Self Defense - Choosing To Be A Survivor Instead Of A Victim We've all seen the news stories. They fill a good portion of the evening news and the daily papers - both online and in print.Have you ever wondered...What if the victims in many of these stories had properly prepared themselves for the eventuality of being attacked, because...1. They recognized the existence of danger in the world...2. They knew that, based on the shear numbers ... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Kubotan - A Self-Defense Weapon For All Martial Arts Styles | | 2008-06-29 21:00:01 | | Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com tells us about Kubotan - A Self-Defense Weapon For All Martial Arts Styles One of the most popular self-defense More posts about 'self-defense' from our siteSafety Awareness & Self DefenseSelf Defense: Proper Combat Psychology For Reality Based Self Defense ExplainedHow To Choose A Self Defense ProductEquipment - How to Select Your Martial Arts and Self Defense EquipmentChoosing a Self Defense / Martial Arts School: A Parents Guide weapons in... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| The Best Self-Defense Strategy - The 6 Phases of a Perfect Self-Defense Plan | | 2008-06-27 21:13:46 | | Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com tells us The Best Self-Defense Strategy - The 6 Phases of a Perfect Self-Defense PlanContrary to popular belief, there is a big difference between a fight and a self-defense situation. While both may look the same on a physical, combative level, the reason that each participant is there is very different.As a general rule, a fight is a contest involving two or more willing participants, all trying to "win" or prove that they are "right." A self-defense si... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Reality-Based Self-Defense Training - 19 Principles That Will Save Your Life! | | 2008-06-27 15:00:01 | | Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com tells us about Reality-Based Self-Defense Training - 19 Principles That Will Save Your Life!When it comes to your personal protection, the program you choose to study, the way you train, and the person who teaches you, all determine how well, and even IF, you will be successful in a real-world self-defense More posts about 'self-defense' from our siteSafety Awareness & Self DefenseSelf Defense: Proper Combat Psychology For Reality Based Self Defense ... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Reality-Based Self-Defense: 19 Principles You Must Know for Surviving a Real-World Street Attack | | 2008-06-27 09:00:03 | | Jeffrey from warrior-concepts-online.com tells us about Reality-Based Self-Defense: 19 Principles You Must Know for Surviving a Real-World Street AttackReal-world self-defense More posts about 'self-defense' from our siteSafety Awareness & Self DefenseSelf Defense: Proper Combat Psychology For Reality Based Self Defense ExplainedHow To Choose A Self Defense ProductEquipment - How to Select Your Martial Arts and Self Defense EquipmentChoosing a Self Defense / Martial Arts School: A Parents Gu... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Kicking Techniques For Street Fighting / Self Defense | | 2008-06-25 21:00:43 | | Andrew Thomas tells us about Kicking Techniques For Street Fighting / Self DefenseThis technique will also allow a good clinch set up from a kick combination. With some practice this combination can be so successful as to stop the attacker dead in his tracks. Just remember not to put all your eggs into one basket. Although this is a great technique there are many variations possible on the street and you need to keep an open mind and be prepared to adapt to any possibility's.Now lets get to the ... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Is it Murder or Self Defense? | | 2008-06-14 06:49:47 | | Recently, I have been taken to task and called a ‘vile, redneck murderer’ because I advocate placing the U.S. military, combat troops, along the U.S. and Mexican border, and I also, unequivocally, advocate those troops being put in place and armed with FULL combat gear and ORDERS to SHOOT TO KILL anything crossing our borders [...]... | | By: TexasFred's | | |
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| How To Choose A Self Defense Product | | 2008-06-13 21:38:20 | | Today, Rob Goyettte tells us How To Choose A Self Defense Product How To Choose A Self Defense Product Let’s face it, martial arts and other physical self-defense courses aren’t for everybody. They can be time consuming and expensive for some – and others may not be able to handle the physical strain of them. It is quite a commitment to learn a self-defense discipline, and that is often a commitment that cannot be made by some.That’s why there is an increase in the use of self-def... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Equipment - How to Select Your Martial Arts and Self Defense Equipment | | 2008-06-09 09:00:03 | | Peter Vermeeren shares us his tip: How to Select Your Martial Arts and Self Defense Equipment How to Select Your Martial Arts and Self Defense Equipment The most common place to buy martial arts or self defense equipment is in the local dojo. Most dojos, training centers, etc., have a small store where you can buy or order the martial arts or self defense equipment you need for your practice.Buying your martial arts or self defense equipment at your local dojo has a lot of advantages. You... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Safety Awareness & Self Defense | | 2008-06-03 15:00:03 | | Eric Gehler from BlackBeltDomain.com today share us his article about Safety Awareness & Self DefenseSafety Awareness & Self Defense Safety Awareness & Self Defense is the responsibility of each individual. Knowing your surroundings and being aware of potential dangers is your first step towards self-defense. Avoiding and distancing yourself from circumstances that could be trouble are your responsibility.The Circle of Safety is an imaginary boundary extending from your body outward... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Choosing a Self Defense / Martial Arts School: A Parents Guide | | 2008-05-29 12:01:16 | | "Choosing a Self Defense / Martial Arts School: A Parents Guide" was written by Eric J Gehler & Jim Johnson from blackbeltdomain.com“Daddy, I want to take Karate!”“Mommy, Jimmy on the bus hit me again today”Choosing a Self Defense / Martial Arts School: A Parents Guide There are many reasons why parents want to sign their children up for Self Defense or Martial Arts classes. Once you have made the decision, now you are faced with many different options and questions. What style? How... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Why Learn Self Defense? | | 2008-05-25 09:52:23 | | "Why Learn Self Defense?" was written by Ryan Wolfenbarger from EndTheFightNow.comWhy Learn Self Defense? I was recently visiting some friends in El Paso TX. A large group of us met at a new club and I ended up meeting several new people that night. One of these guys was named "John" (for the sake of this article)John had had quite a few to drink that night and it seemed like the more he had, the more talkative he became.He told me that he didn't like the bouncers. I had to agree with him that ... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Emotion-Based Defensive Response - A Non-Traditional Martial Arts Approach to Self-Defense | | 2008-05-23 09:00:02 | | "Emotion-Based Defensive Response - A Non-Traditional Martial Arts Approach to Self-Defense" was written by Jeffrey Miller. Jeffrey M. Miller is the founder and director of Warrior Concepts International in Sunbury, Pennsylvania. He is the author of the "Foundations of Self-Defense Mastery" eCourse, which is available free of charge to subscribers of his self defense newsletter. He is also the creator of the EDR: Non-Martial Arts Defensive Training Program, author of the book, "The Karate-Myth"... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Self Defense - The Fundamental Human Right | | 2008-05-15 19:22:57 | | WARNING: INTENTIONALLY UNFUNNY BLOG POST!Today is a rather special day. In conjunction with BlogCatalog, blog writers around the world are demonstrating support for human rights in the "Bloggers Unite for Human Rights." Campaign.When I heard about it, I decided to address, what to me at any rate, is the most basic of human rights: the Right to self-defense.Indeed, it is that Right alone that ultimately allows all other Rights to be exercised. After all, if you have no right to defend yourself and those you hold dear from attack, be it from a mugger, a rapist, or an Army, then no other Right can endure. And if self-defense isn't an inherent Right of humanity then it can only be a "Privilege" bestowed by Government (And therefore revocable at will.)I mentioned my plan on one of the discussions at BlogCatalog, and was immediately referred to the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was written in 1948. Since I couldn't find anything there, I asked the question "Isn... | | By: It\'s a Funny Thing... | | |
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| Self Defense: Proper Combat Psychology For Reality Based Self Defense Explained | | 2008-05-08 09:00:02 | | "Proper combat psychology for reality based self defense explained!" written by Steve Gibb from SelfDefenseCombat.com If you only train against a heavy bag, or practice & rehearse self defense drills in a mcdojo, or are being trained by an arm chair instructor with no real fight experience your in trouble!Now listen this is very crucial for all the information you know and all your hard work and training. You need to purchase a martial artshelmet, and 16 oz open hand mma gloves, find a park ... | | By: Boxing - Fighting Center | | |
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| Self Defense | | 2008-01-14 22:13:00 | | My friend Joanne has a post that awaken me with consciousness of danger that may face by our children. She indeed has a post before about self defense for children, and all this time I only think that my prayers will be sufficient to guard them. I never have self defense products in my home and none of us knows martial arts! Psst... be quiet... don't let those mean people knows about this!I am thinking of how to talk about this with my children without making them worry too much. I haven't talked with my hubby as well, but I think he will read this post and then we can discuss it later.In fact, I find it interesting to know many kinds of self defense products from internet! Not until today that I know there is a book hidden camera! It is useful to spy what happens at home when we are not there... hihihii... just like in Mission Impossible Movie!
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| Quick Thought: Ron Paul and Self Defense | | 2007-10-23 19:02:19 | | I believe one major thing creating backlash to Ron Paul is the idea that he is “soft” on self defense and terror, etc.
If he were president, I do not believe he would be soft at all. I think the relatively simple minded out there equate War in Iraq with War on Terror. It is what [...]... | | By: Ponder This | | |
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| Expansion Part 1: Aikido & Self-defense | | 2007-10-03 18:21:00 | | By Jeff Albright Sensei and Sean Hannon"A good stance and posture reflect a proper state of mind."- Morihei UeshibaWhen most people think of "martial arts" one of the first things that to come to mind is the idea of "self-defense." When I think of someone defending themselves I tend to think of some one contracting, closing up, or hunkering down into a defensive stance. I also think the word defense represents a reaction to fear. Fear is always a function of contraction and is often met with defensive-oriented actions such as scratching, clawing, punching and kicking. Of course, there isn't anything wrong with these actions. There may be times in life when these become necessary. At other times, like in social environments, this lashing out may not necessarily take the form of physical strikes but, instead, may manifest as unnecessary, insensitive or sometimes even rude verbal attacks, glares or gestures.The art of Japanese Aikido is a martial art like many others. However, the organizing principle of Aikido is radically different from most. While the majority of martial arts are based on the principle of contraction, Aikido is rooted in the principle of expansion. Expansion, not contraction, is the source of Aikido's power. As a general rule, Aikido tends to be very much the opposite of what most people imagine when they think of martial arts. For example, if you think martial arts are about self-defense, then you should know that Aikido is more about self-development. If you think martial arts is about protecting, then you should know that Aikido is more about growing. If you think martial arts is about learning how to hurt people, then you should know that Aikido is more about learning how not to hurt people. If you think martial arts are about fighting, then you should know that Aikido is more about not fighting.In Aikido, when faced with a challenge or an attack we expand, not contract. Our posture, our stance and overall physical response gets bigger, not sm... | | By: Castle Rock Aikido | | |
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| IRRELEVANT QUESTIONS IN SELF DEFENSE SITUATIONS
I... | | 2007-08-15 19:20:00 | | IRRELEVANT QUESTIONS IN SELF DEFENSE SITUATIONSIn self defense situations acting odd, weird or different can give you those extra seconds to catch your attacker off guard. Here is what I mean lets say you have some guy threatening you and out of the blue you ask him "When's your birthday?" or "What's your favourite colour?" or by just acting dumb can give you the upper hand with catching your attacker off guard. When making these statements your attacker will stop, begin thinking either of the question or wondering what the hell this is about giving you time to follow through with a self defense tactic. Irrelevant questions leads to relevant outcomes. Remember you must be committed in your attack after you ask your question there is no time to waste.... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| THE ULTIMATE SELF DEFENSE TECHNIQUE PART 2
Alrigh... | | 2007-08-06 19:23:00 | | THE ULTIMATE SELF DEFENSE TECHNIQUE PART 2Alright so if you have been reading TACT's TAke No Prisoners Blog you know how much I love biting and think it is the ultimate and easiest self defense technique on the planet. But alot of people dont realize how to actually bite properly and email me on how to actually have an effective biting technique. It's not a little bite down on a limb, finger, ear or cheek. You have to clamp down and keep biting as you perform your self defense tactic so your attacker loses focus on hitting or countering you and just focuses on trying to stop you from biting him. You want to bite the body part off if you can. So clamp down and dont like go, be a human version of a pitbull.... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| SELF DEFENSE FIREARMS TRAINING
Front Sight Firea... | | 2007-08-01 05:19:00 | | SELF DEFENSE FIREARMS TRAININGFront Sight Firearms Training InstituteIgnatius Piazza - founder of Front SightIgnatius Piazza Blog Front Sight - in Guns & AmmoMy Experience at Front Sight Ignatius Piazza - in Fort Worth Star TelegramFront Sight - in Pajaronian RegisterIgnatius Piazza - in PlayboyIgnatius Piazza - in San Francisco ChronicleFront Sight - in Los Angeles TimesIgnatius Piazza - in Forbes MagazineIgnatius Piazza - in El MercurioFront Sight - in Financial TimesIgnatius Piazza - in Gun WorldFront Sight - in The Mail on Sunday ReviewFront Sight - on USA TodayIgnatius Piazza - in Las Vegas SunIgnatius Piazza - in Small Arms ReviewFront Sight - in Icon MagazineFront Sight - in Sierra TimesIgnatius Piazza - on World Net DailyFront Sight - on CNNFront Sight - in Cybercast News ServiceFront Sight - in Gun WebFront Sight - in Santa Cruz SentinelIgnatius Piazza - in Las Vegas LifeIgnatius Piazza - in Las Vegas MercuryIgnatius Piazza - in Handvapen GuidenIgnatius Piazza - in Nationa... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| SELF DEFENSE TIP WHEN PINNING SOMEONE FACE DOWN
S... | | 2007-07-30 19:53:00 | | SELF DEFENSE TIP WHEN PINNING SOMEONE FACE DOWNSo lets say you are in a situation where you have dropped a guy face down onto the ground and are waiting for police to show up to take this piece of scum off the streets. How do you restrain and pin him down till police arrive without expelling alot of energy? Well this self defense tactic I am about to show you will do the trick, it's called the X legged restraint.Have the person cross his legs into an X and bring them up to his butt. All you have to do is grab hold of one of his feet with one of your hands to have complete control of both of his legs due to having his legs crossed it automatically ties up both of them. Now with your other leg place it on the back of his neck and onto his chin with all your weight as he will be laying on the ground with his face to the side. This will keep him still due to all your weight being on his neck and chin which in turn controls his head. Like the saying goes control the head and the rest of th... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| SELF DEFENSE QUOTE OF THE DAY
"Your mental energy... | | 2007-07-27 19:34:00 | | SELF DEFENSE QUOTE OF THE DAY"Your mental energy is limited by your physical energy. How do you develop more energy of all kinds? You start by putting your body in top physical condition. Unless you do that, all your other activities won't help much--you'll be stuck with the mental and emotional energy that you have now." -- Tom Hopkins... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| HOW SHEATHS & POUCHES EFFECT YOUR SELF DEFENSE SUC... | | 2007-07-25 19:17:00 | | HOW SHEATHS & POUCHES EFFECT YOUR SELF DEFENSE SUCCESSI believe that you can always use a little extra help when it comes to your self defense and that's why I get my students to carry self defense products on them. But just because you are carring something like a stun gun, pepper spray or a baton doesn't mean your safe and can use it. Why? Because you may not to be able to get to it on time. Here's why first don't store them in zipped up purses or pockets. Second if they are in a sheath or pouche make sure thay are slightly loose so you can draw or take it out easily and quickly. I have students come in and I will tell them that I will attack from 10 feet away all they have to do is draw/take out there baton/pepper spray from the sheath or pouch. Nine times out of ten they can't take it out on time due to the sheath or pouche being tight around there self defense weapon. So make sure you loosen up your sheath or pouche before placing your self defense weapon inside.... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| WHAT DO WHEEL BARROWS & SELF DEFENSE HAVE IN COMMO... | | 2007-07-16 20:31:00 | | WHAT DO WHEEL BARROWS & SELF DEFENSE HAVE IN COMMON?Here is a strength training exercise you can do with a wheel barrow to help condition and give you usable workable muscles for combat self defense situations. Wheel Barrows: Load a wheel barrow with heavy weights and push them up hill. Up hill being the key because flat surfaces don't provide much of a challenge. You will also find that up hill on grass surfaces provide more friction thus challenging you even more. Make sure you have a heavy duty wheel barrow that can hold alot of weight. Use a wheel barrow that has one wheel in front which makes the balancing and holding of the wheel barrow more difficult and more effective! By performing exercise routines such as these you condition your muscles to have endurance and strength which is what you need in a combat situation. Remember just because a guy has huge muscles doesn't mean a thing. They are only good for show and short periods of time, he will fatigue quickly in a self defens... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| SELF DEFENSE IN A SUBMERGED CAR
Countless acciden... | | 2007-07-13 19:16:00 | | SELF DEFENSE IN A SUBMERGED CARCountless accidents happen during the summer season due to many people taking roads trips. If you are one of these people and you find yourself in an accident and find that your car has been thrown into a river here are some self defense tips that you can remember when dealing with a submerged car. First take a deep breathe and take your seatbelt off. Second unlock your door. Third roll the window down and get yourself out. If you have power windows leave the keys in the ignition because the battery will still work even if it is under water. This will help you lower your power windows so you can get out of your car. Some of this tips may sound very simple but remember when adrenaline is kicking in full speed into your body the simpliest of tasks can be difficult to remember.... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| THE BEST SELF DEFENSE WEAPONS
I get alot of email... | | 2007-07-06 17:15:00 | | THE BEST SELF DEFENSE WEAPONSI get alot of emails from readers asking me "What self defense product makes the best weapon to protect yourself with?" So I would like to address that today. First I think a gun is the best weapon out there. It covers distance and is a very intimadating weapon to have. My next self defense weapon of choice would either be the stun gun or the baton due to once again being able to maintain a safe distance between you and your attacker. "Sprays" such as mace or pepper spray the user as to worry about wind direction and such when using his products which is the last thing on your mind when dealing with an attacker coming at you. Remember to also have your self defense product in an easy to reach place and not in a zipped up pockeet or purse, cause regardles of your weapon of choice it will be impossible to get to when you need it most. So if you are looking for such items such as click the banner link... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| SELF DEFENSE FROM KNIVES AND NEEDLES
If you ever ... | | 2007-07-02 20:40:00 | | SELF DEFENSE FROM KNIVES AND NEEDLESIf you ever have heard of the K.I.S.S slogan (keep it simple stupid) then this self defense tactic fits in perfectly with that saying, for you do not need any type of training when it comes to these self defense tactic. A simple way to protect yourself in the winter season from knife and needle attacks is to simply buy a pair of kevlor gloves. I have used these working in night clubs and by simply wearing these any idiot pulling a blade on you gets a total surprise when you simply grab the knife from his hand without cutting yourself due to the kevlour material. A pair of these gloves which look like regular leather gloves will run you around $70 and is worth the investment when it comes to your safety and security.... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| SELF DEFENSE AGAINST YOUR FEARS
People who are c... | | 2007-06-22 18:56:00 | | SELF DEFENSE AGAINST YOUR FEARSPeople who are courageous work to confront the fears that holds most people back. The two biggest enemies to your success is fear and doubt. Getting rid of your fear and doubt is the key. The key to overcoming your fears. To develop courage, then simply act courageously when you need to. When you act this way repeatedly, you make it a habit for yourself to do the things you fear. If you do the things you fear, then the death of that fear is certain because it becomes like an everyday event or habit. So face your fears and do the things you fear. The ability to confront your fears means freedom in your life. By overcoming fear and doubt, those two things alone will make you successful in most everything that you do.... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| Last Self-defense Steps | | 2007-06-22 18:45:23 | | Last night our new students could not make class so it was just me and my instructor. These sessions are really good because I get one-on-one instruction that I would probably not get at a large commercial school. It was also our first “outdoor” session. Given that we practiced in a wooded park it was [...]... | | By: Striking Thoughts | | |
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| SELF DEFENSE FROM FAKE COPS
The other day I recei... | | 2007-06-18 22:37:00 | | SELF DEFENSE FROM FAKE COPSThe other day I received an email from a reader asking the question "What do you do if your a female and a cop pulls you over but you think he's a fake?"Well here are some things you can do to make you safer:- Indicate to the officers that you have seen them - Pull into a well lit and pubic area- As you're pulling in call the police department while driving to see if this is in fact an actual cop car- Also a good prevention tip to do is to get the darkest tint on your car windows so people can't see who's driving- If possible try to drive with a partner if you are driving on secluded roads... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| THE THREE HORSEMEN OF SELF DEFENSE
Self doubt, in... | | 2007-06-15 19:46:00 | | THE THREE HORSEMEN OF SELF DEFENSESelf doubt, indecision, & fear the three horsemen that destroy your chances for success in life and in a self defense situation. If you have one of these feelings the other two are nearby. If you have doubt in your abilities as a fighter or are incisive on how you are going to fight your opponent, fear will automatically kick in & take over. Your chances of being victorious before even fighting will be knocked out. These emotions will effect your performance due to the mind / body connection. You will hesitate on fully committing to your techniques & combinations while fighting. You will telegraph your movements due to indecision and your speed of your techniques will slow down due to being stiff & rigid.Like animals, which sense fear, humans are no different. The vibrations of fear pass from one mind to another just as quickly & surely as a human voice. Your opponent across from you will sense your fear and use it to his advantage. The three horsemen ... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| SELF DEFENSE FOR YOUR SELF CONFIDENCE
Don't deman... | | 2007-06-06 20:57:00 | | SELF DEFENSE FOR YOUR SELF CONFIDENCEDon't demand perfection of yourself because it's impossible to achieve. Take a look at most professional athletes such as NBA basketball players they only make half their shots. An NFL quarterback completes only half of their passes, and a major league baseball players reach first base less than 40 percent of the time, that's includes walks. Give your best effort in everything you do every day and accept your mistakes and learn from them for you are human. Perfection is not only totally unrealistic to expect and it's basically impossible to achieve, and only wears you down in the end. A person who is always thinking about there past on what they could of done better can't focus on there future. It's like driving while concentrating on the rear view mirror, you are going to crash and burn. You got to keep your eyes focused ahead on the road.... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| SELF DEFENSE ON THE GROUND-HAMMER TIME
If you hav... | | 2007-06-04 20:47:00 | | SELF DEFENSE ON THE GROUND-HAMMER TIMEIf you have been reading my blog for a while now you know that I don't like incorporating punching into my self defense arsenal unless someone is committed to training with me for more than 6 months. All due to the fact that most punches out on the street are useless because they are usually "feather punches" in other words there is no power behind them just a punch of panicky punches going every which way.On the ground I also find your basic punch useless when you are mounted on top of someone. This is due to very little space between you and your attacker causing a lack of hip rotation when your punch is thrown. A better self defense tactic to use is either to throw an elbow or even better in most cases to throw a hammer fist punch.This self defense technique is taken from the old school of karate and is similar to your regular fist but instead of hitting with your knuckles hit using the ridge of where your hand is (hit using the pinkie area). T... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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| SELF DEFENSE FOR FRIENDS OF MISSING PERSONS
If yo... | | 2007-05-28 20:32:00 | | SELF DEFENSE FOR FRIENDS OF MISSING PERSONSIf you are waiting for a friend and it is not like them to be late or not call and hours have passed without any word from them and you don't know what to do here are some tips.-Even though you need 24 hours before you can file a missing persons report with the police you can still call them and put them "on notice" if you think your friend went missing-Call there family and friends 1st but don't freak them out-Call your local hospitals-Send someone to that person house to see if they are injuredSo if it is out of character for someone you know to not show up, stay calm and follow these steps they will help put some power back into your hands in a powerless situation.... | | By: TACT's-Take No Prisoners Blog | | |
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