Self-defense Articles

1). Personal Development & Success - "Creating the Motivation You Need" By : Jeffrey Miller
One of the most common beliefs that can prevent someone from achieving the success being sought is that "action only happens through motivation" - that, one must wait around for the so-called "feeling to move me" before anything will be accomplished. But, once we understand how we operate, once we discover the secret...
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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). Keys Of Hung Gar Kung Fu Mastering By : Alexander Popov
1. While polishing your technique you should never stick out your chest or stomach either when fighting or practicing. It stiffens your body and makes your movements awkward. As a result, you are losing control over your body. While practicing always make sure to keep your back bent outward and chest incurved. This is the right sign to distinguish between Kung Fu masters and Kung Fu athletes.
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4). The Karate-Myth: Why Most Martial Arts and Self-Defense Programs Are Wrong By : Jeffrey Miller
You know, when I first started learning how to protect myself through the martial arts, the training was almost entirely focused on the memorization and performance of the technique...But, that performance was tied more to duplicating a string of "moves" than it was on...the successful resolution of the situation
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5). Iron Thread Is A Powerful System For Achieving Health And Longevity By : Alexander Popov
Iron Thread is a complex of exercises developed by Shaolin Temple monks during centuries. Practicing Iron Thread exercises Shaolin Temple monks achieved amazing results in Kung Fu and became invincible fighters. However, besides the fighting aspect, Iron Thread is a powerful health improvement method. With the help of isometric exercises and breathing techniques, Iron Thread fills all internal body organs with Qi energy and increases internal body reserve.
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6). Ninjutsu Martial Arts Training - Don't Depend on Weapons for Self-Defense By : Jeffrey Miller
Weapons should be a part of any sound self-defense and martial arts program, training, and strategy. However, far too many people rely on a quick-fix. The false assumption by many well-inentioned people concerned about self-defense issues is that there is a "best" weapon that will make up for not having self-defense skills in the first place.
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7). A Self-Defense Reality - A Reason to Study Reality-Based Martial Arts & Self-Defense By : Jeffrey Miller
Imagine, if you will... A woman walking across a dark parking lot late at night - perhaps on her way to meet her date. 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...
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8). Avoid Being The Next Date Rape Victim By : Kadence Buchanan
Going out on a date, should be equivalent to a fun experience that people would be fond of doing. Unfortunately, due to ever-increasing incidents of date rape, especially women seem today reluctant to go out with men they barely know and even if they do are extremely afraid of opening up or letting themselves drink a glass more than usual. Date rape has entered the US college life, the work premises, the friends' parties and the city's bars.
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9). DESHI-IRI - 'Becoming a Student of an authentic Ninpo Warrior Martial Arts Teacher' By : Jeffrey Miller
Unlike the conventional view of beginning martial arts training today, in the past there was an actual "method for becoming a student" under an authentic warrior arts teacher. This method was known as Deshi-iri...
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10). Ninjutsu Martial Arts Strategy: Key Moments & Phases in a Self-Defense Situation By : Jeffrey Miller
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...
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11). Methods Of Qigong In Kung Fu Training By : Alexander Popov
Qigong is a general name for the systems of hardening and improvement of body and mind, treatment and health enhancement created in China. They primarily based on the ability to control your own consciousness, mentality and through them all the physiological processes of the organism. Practicing Qigong you can achieve stunning results some of which even the powerful modern science cannot conceive and explain.
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12). Reality-Based Self-Defense Training - 19 Principles That Will Save Your Life! By : Jeffrey Miller
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 encounter. When seeking out a defensive tactics program, you must remember that you're not shopping for a piece of furniture where, if it doesn't work out for you, you can take it back.
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13). Self-Defense - Choosing to be a Survivor Instead of a Victim By : Jeffrey Miller
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. Dating, working, on vacation - no life situation seems to be safe from the possibility of attack. Have you ever wondered... What if the victims in many of these stories had properly prepared themselves for...
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14). 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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15). Reality-Based Self-Defense: 19 Principles You Must Know for Surviving a Real-World Street Attack By : Jeffrey Miller
Real-world self-defense is a very serious matter. These days, women are concerned about the risks of dating, parents and others see self-defense as a part of a sound wellness plan... You must remember that you're not training for a sport competition, where the only thing on the line is a shiny trophy or a new martial art belt.
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16). The Best Self-Defense Strategy - The 6 Phases of a Perfect Self-Defense Plan By : Jeffrey Miller
Contrary 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...
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17). Is All This Martial Arts Training Gear Necessary? By : Jeffrey Miller
While this piece was written directed at parents of youth members, adult students should keep all of the relevant safety points in mind. Remember: Safety and vigilance are not 'things' to do. They are constant states of mind.
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18). Emotion-Based Defensive Response - A Non-Traditional Martial Arts Approach to Self-Defense By : Jeffrey Miller
When discussing self-defense training, we really need to be discussing more than just learning some tricks and techniques for dodging punches or escaping locks and holds. Why then, are most instructors content with stopping at, and most students satisfied with learning, self-defense in a vaccuum?
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19). No Martial Arts or Self-Defense Technique is Perfect By : Jeffrey Miller
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...
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20). Having ATM Withdrawal Symptoms? By : Johnny Jenkins
They are among the most dangerous place to get that badly needed cash.
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21). Learning Self-Defense The Right Way� By : Jim Anderson
Sadly, as society changes and violence continues to increase, the odds that you might have to defend yourself or a loved one is increasing� Self-defense training at some level is necessary for everyone. But what is the best form of training and how do I find it? Many organizations offer training workshops and training sessions that will teach you self-defense.
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22). Small Wander By : Johnny Jenkins
Do you have small children who wander off? Have you ever experienced that feeling of panic when you believe your child is missing?
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23). Purse Snatcher Gets Death Penalty By : Johnny Jenkins
Purse-snatchers are criminals of opportunity who simply wait for someone who looks like good victim.
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24). Know Parking By : Johnny Jenkins
Parking lots provide a vital service, but they also pose significant risk to their patrons. Any person male or female walking alone in a parking lot is potential prey for assault and other crime.
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25). Personal Protection Information You Need to Stay Safe By : CHARLES MCLEAN
Personal safety information and how it applies to everyone. Why you need to be aware of personal protection, regardless of your location or your occupation.
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