Self-defense from a knife attack is not a comfortable subject… which is why most people don’t talk about it. Many martial artists avoid the topic, too! That’s because knife defense is very difficult. The fact is if you train with a knife, you’re going to lose… a lot! And since most people train in martial…
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Rear Naked Choke Defense with Stephan Kesting
Every martial artist should practice rear naked choke defense. Why? Because it’s one of the most effective finishes in MMA, which means bad guys everywhere are becoming very familiar with the “lion killer” choke. Fortunately, I know Stephan Kesting. Stephan is the founder of both Grapplearts.com and Self Defense Tutorials.com, and is also one of…
Tips to Manage Distance in a Fight with Randy Brown
Sorry, but your best martial arts technique is worthless if you’re not in the right range to execute it. That’s why learning how to manage distance is so important. But don’t take my word for it… here’s some advice from my friend, Sifu Randy Brown, of Randy Brown Mantis Boxing. If you’d like to hear…
Reduce Fear in Sparring and Fighting
The question of how to reduce fear in sparring or a real-life fight is a common one. That’s because it’s completely natural to be afraid of getting hurt, crippled, or killed. So, how can martial artists increase their confidence not just in class, but out there in the real world? Well, I’ve got two tips…
Sucker Punch Self-Defense Tips
Want to know how to stop a sucker punch? Trick question! You can’t stop a sucker punch. A sucker punch is a sneak attack. A surprise. That means you won’t see it coming. Which can happen to anyone! Heck, I’ve been sucker punched, sucker grabbed, sucker shoved, and sucker choked. So, forget about stopping a…
Chamber Exercises for More Kicking Power and Accuracy
If you want to learn how to kick with more power and accuracy, try these simple chamber exercises. After all, if your chambers are floppy and sloppy, your kicks will be floppy and sloppy, too! Watch the video or read the summary below. Then get up and give them a try! I mean, if your…
Hook Kick and Round Kick: Chamber Tip
Do you struggle to throw an effective hook kick or round kick? Don’t worry. They’re not as tricky as you might think. The secret to letting your foot fly lies in how you set up your chamber. And in this video, I’ll show you how. As always, if the video doesn’t load, you can find…