Self Defense Articles

1). Wado ryu Karate Principles for Self Defense By : Owen Johnston
The Way of Peace School of The Empty Hand We should seek unity, harmony, and peace within ourselves and the world around us. Do not look to one way of doing things or one technique. Instead, internalize all you have learned, to become water that takes the shape of the situation, and the path of least resistance. Do not meet force with force, but avoid attacks with body movements, footwork, and deflection.
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2). Workplace Violence: A Growing Concern By : Jeffrey Miller
Workplace violence has become one of the biggest concerns for managers, corporate executives and Human Resource Departments in the past several years. In fact, the shear number of incidents of workplace violence is staggering...
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3). Martial Arts: Helping Your Children Protect Themselves By : Mr. Robert L. Jones
Did you know that a child is reported abducted or missing every 40 seconds in the United States and that most potential abductors make their first contact with the children they abduct within one quarter of a mile from their homes? With summer approaching and children having more time to play with friends during the day, it is now more important than.
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4). Martial Arts Training: More Than Just Self-Defense By : Mr. Robert L. Jones
According to the FBI, four women die everyday as a result of domestic violence and about 130,000 women report that they’ve been victims of rape or attempted rape annually. Because of statistics like this, many women enroll in self-defense classes to learn the skills they need to defend themselves. The thing is, a short-term self-defense class may not address all of the areas you need to be able to fully defend yourself.
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5). Why You Cannot Under Estimate The Power Of The Stun Gun By : Glenn Freiboth
Many people write me and ask if a stun gun device will disable an attacker long enough for me to escape to safety. Many stun gun manufactures make bold claims about their products and make them all seem like their products work the best under all conditions.
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6). Top Reasons To Try Martial Arts By : Javier Lozano, Jr.
Just about everyone knows about the popular martial arts, such as Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu and Tai Chi...some people have even thought about trying out a class. Bt have you ever actually done it? Do you need a reason? Just about everyone has thought about taking up a martial art at some point in time. Maybe as another way to stay in shape. Possibly as a means to protect yourself from the school bully.
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7). A Brief History of Karate - part 2 of 2 By : Owen Johnston
While Karate was primarily organized in Shuri and Naha, Tomari originally had little direct influence. This is because, at that time, Tomari was inhabited by a simple people; it was a working class city of fishermen. Tomari had its share of notable masters, however, with Kosaku Matsumora (1829-1898), Kokan Oyadomari (1827-1905) and Gikei Yamazato (1835-1905) the most notable.
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8). Self Defense And Street Fight Psychology By : Alexander Popov
Let’s speak about the psychological aspect of a street collision. You should differentiate two items. You must realize, whether your fight is a result of a usual domestic conflict, or you are attacked by a robber, killer or bandit. Your actions will flow depending on these circumstances. If it is an everyday domestic conflict that happens in the street (someone pushed you or your leg, disturbed the queue order etc.
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9). Wado ryu Kata: Part I of II By : Owen Johnston
"A kata may be regarded as an integration of offensive and defensive techniques, but it is more than that. One should try to understand the spirit of the master karateka who created the kata, for it has a life of its own and requires five or six years to be mastered." - Hironori Ohtsuka, Wado-Ryu founder Kata - "Formal movements"; in the context of Japanese martial arts, an "imaginary fight".
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10). Self Defense: Pepper Spray-Why It Is So Effective By : Jack Krohn
When it comes to non lethal self defense weapons pepper spray is right up there at the top of popularity for two main reasons: ease of use and effectiveness. How It Works Pepper spray uses Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) which comes from cayenne pepper. Defensive pepper sprays are measured in Scoville Heat Units (SHU's) a common measure of a products' "hotness".
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11). Self Defense And Psychological Preparedness By : Alexander Popov
Being psychologically prepared is critical for self defense during an assault in the street. It is very important to be ready to repel the assailant (assailants) using all the means you have. Note that even being in not very good physical shape these means could be quite sufficient to disable your enemy (enemies). For example, if you wear hard sharp-toe shoes, then kicking your enemy in groin or shank with the toe of such shoe (even if there are no years of practice behind this kick) immediately makes him writhe with pain for several moments.
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12). Wado ryu Kata: Part II of II By : Owen Johnston
Pinan Shodan This kata helps movements become stable, efficient, and intimidating. The first technique, "c block", sets up for a redirection. Even the sword hand blocks can become attacks. ***** Pinan Nidan This kata instructs further on timing, distance management, body shifting, consistency of stances, and redirection of attack. The first half may be interpreted in various ways.
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13). A Brief History of Karate - part 1 of 2 By : Owen Johnston
Karate-do, in all its various forms, finds its origins in one place - the Ryukyu islands off the coast of Japan. What we know as one of the most widely practiced systems of self defense and discipline in the world is the result of centuries of development. While Karate-do was introduced as a code of ethics to a peacetime America only a few decades ago, it began through the need of Ryukyu natives for better methods of fighting.
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14). Martial Arts and Childhood ADHD: Overcoming Symptoms By : Mr. Robert L. Jones
The symptoms of ADHD can be devastating for children. It is especially hard for school-age children who feel isolated and don’t know how to express what they are feeling. They can become quickly behind academically and socially, which leads to lack of self-confidence and depression. Symptoms of childhood ADHD can include inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.
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15). Jujitsu: History, Philosophy And Methods By : George Royal
Brief History: Jujitsu is a 2500 year old unarmed combat discipline that has its roots in ancient Japan. The exact date on the creation of this martial art form is hard to trace but techniques resembling that of Jujitsu had already been incorporated into the training methods of the Samurai, from the 8th to the 6th centuries. Earliest Japanese historical records such as the Kojiki (Record of Ancient Matters) and the Nihon Shoki (Chronicles of Japan) also have passages related to unarmed combat systems.
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16). Self Defense-Parking Lot Safety By : Jack Krohn
There is nothing more impressive than shopping in a mega mall with more stores than you can visit in a year. The malls get bigger and bigger every year. With more square footage and more stores comes bigger parking lots. Bigger parking lots mean more and more customers have to park what seems like forever away from the final destination. It is good exercise for sure to make that trek however it is fraught with potential risks among them are theft, vandalism, rape, assault, robbery and even kidnapping.
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17). Pepper Sprays - Get Self Protection By : Andy Jones
In January, President George W. Bush signed the reauthorization of the “Violence Against Women Act” without public debate. More than two out of five women have experienced sexual abuse in their lifetimes as per the study by American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Law enforcement is very much aware of this situation and they are doing their part diligently to curb it, but there is only so much they can do.
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18). How You Train Is How You Respond By : Norm Bettencourt
How you train is how you will respond and react in the real deal. Self-defense is about survival and nothing else. It is not about fighting fair, clean or being honorable. It’s about doing what you have to do to go home and see your loved ones once again. You don’t know how a thug is going to react when you connect your first blow to him so make sure you mean it when you attack.
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19). Kung Fu: History And Basic Principles By : George Royal
The Term: Historically, the term “Kung Fu” is not really featured in any ancient texts. It was first coined by a Frenchman named Jean Joseph Marie Amiot, a missionary who lived in the 18th Century, in reference to Chinese martial arts. Kung Fu is also called Gongfu, Wushu, or Kuoshu, and originally denotes expertise in any skill, and not exclusive to martial arts.
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20). Teen Dating Violence: What Every Child and Parent Must Know By : Jack Krohn
If there ever was any doubt in your mind where adult domestic violence has its’ roots-put your inquisitive mind at rest. It starts with our kids!! In a recent study partnered by Teenage Research Unlimited and the Liz Claiborne Corp., teens 13-18 were surveyed on the frequency of dating violence in their lives. The study revealed some shocking statistics and facts about the teen dating scene.
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21). Self Defense- Crime Wave in Phoenix and Washington DC By : Jack Krohn
Recently on the Fox News Network, one of the stories was about a crime wave in Washington DC. What's new you ask? Washington DC has a history of crime waves. These statistics are particularly startling when you consider that Washington DC has so many different levels of police. In the first twelve days of July 14 people have been killed and in the last 30 days robberies are up 14% and armed assaults are up 18%.
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22). The problem with self defense and martial arts By : Steve Gibbs
The problem with most of the martial arts There is a big problem in the martial arts and self defense training courses currently being offered. You have to memorize complex moves and techniques that usually don't even work in real fights. The more intense and complicated the techniques are, it makes learning them and using them in real fights even harder.
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23). On Teaching Martial Arts By : Owen Johnston
"True karate-do is this; that in daily life one's mind and body be trained and developed in a spirit of humility; and that in critical times, one be devoted utterly to the cause of justice." - Gichin Funakoshi, Karate-do Kyohan This article will concern itself with the business of teaching martial arts. The teaching of martial arts concerns itself with helping others.
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24). Workplace Violence - 8 Tips For Spotting Early Warning Signs By : Jeffrey Miller
One of the greatest threats facing both employees and the companies they work for, is workplace violence. It has become the leading cause of death for women and the second leading for men, following closely behind motor vehicle accidents.
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25). How Jimmy Got His Stolen Property Replaced By : Glenn Freiboth
Jimmy used video surveillance to detect criminal activity and allowed him to replace all his stolen property and avoid being a victim of crime.
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