Today you will get 100 reps of your hook and cross punches focusing on 5 different rounds. Hook Punch Tip 1) Use the Ear Slap It is far too easy to break the small bones in your hand when throwing a punch so I recommend that you use your palm instead of your fist. Cup […]
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Today you will get 100 reps of your jab and cross punches focusing on 5 different rounds. Punching Tip 1) Shift Your Weight 60/40 When jabbing your lead hand with power shift about 60 percent of you weight to your back foot. Likewise when crossing with your read hand shift about 60 percent of your
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What would you do in a car jacking situation? In today’s video and post I discuss the options you have for dealing with 2 different car jacking scenarios and a few things that you should NOT do. Sitting at Red Light w/o Cars In this car jacking scenario you are at a red light with
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Can a woman really defend herself against a man? In today’s video and article I will discuss the reality of self-defense for women… specifically can a woman really defend herself against a man? Women’s Self-Defense & Martial Arts Classes B.S.!!! The world of martial arts is steeped in mysticism, tradition, and a lot of unrealistic
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Bro… all you need is Muay Thai and BJJ! Is Muay Thai and Brazilian Jujitsu all you need to know to be a complete fighter? In today’s video and article I will address this question so you have clarity. Muay Thai and Brazilian Jujitsu is All You Need? I had someone reach out to me
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Rolling someone from the butterfly guard is a fundamental ground fighting skill you need in your arsenal. In today’s video and article I will provide 3 tips to help you get better at rolling someone from the butterfly guard. Why Roll From the Butterfly Guard? The first escape I teach my fighters to use from
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“A guy will be expecting a kick to the groin so don’t do that” is a frequent thing I hear well-intentioned self-defense instructors say. But is that really the case? In today’s video and article I will address if a guy will really be ready for a kick to the groin. Are Guys Ready for
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I was recently asked if Aikido is an effective system for self-defense. In today’s video and article I will share my opinion on Aikido as it pertains to self-defense. A Brief History of Aikido Aikido was created by founder Morihei Ueshiba (1883 – 1969). Ueshiba served in the Japanese military during the Russo-Japanese war and
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There are 2 ways to escape a wrist or lapel grab. Today I’ll show you both ways to escape the wrist or lapel grab and when you should use each one. The Self-Defense Wrist Grab Escape The prototypical escape to a wrist or lapel grab taught in the majority of “self-defense” or martial arts classes
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There are 5 ranges you must train in to be a complete martial artist. In this video and article I will outline the 5 ranges, the tactics used in each range, and provide you with a drill to flow from range to range seamlessly. The 5 Ranges to be a Compete Martial Artist We are
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