Combat Conditioning and Fitness Testing
There are two different types of training you must be prepared for in order to become a member of special operations of any b...
Close Quarters Combat
The 12 Inch One Punch Knockout!
This weekend I was filming a new DVD for my site at www.CloseQuartersCombat.com on "How To Defeat Larger Attackers".
Amazing Jedi Mind Trick for Self Defense
How you look and act have a huge effect on your chances of being attacked.
Can You Block A Punch?
My first martial arts instructor, Master Ron LeBlanc, had a unique style of teaching how to block a punch...he'd stand you up...
MMA Metabolic Resistance Workout
The one thing every MMA fighter has in common is a powerful athletic physique built from metabolic resistance training.
Distraction as a Self Defense Tool
We talk so much about the "first strike" as being a punch, palm-heel, knee to the groin, etc...but rarely do people consider...
Halloween Edged Weapon Training?
Halloween stores are a "Close Combat Trainer's" PARADISE when it comes to training for edged weapon defense!
How To Deal With Gangs
This can be a pretty scary situation when you're in an unfamiliar area and are faced with the very real possibility of becomi...
Is Your Martial Arts Training BACKWARDS?
I have a problem with "martial arts".
Mixed Martial Arts vs. Street Fighting
There's no doubt that mixed martial arts competitors are highly skilled. But how would they fare in a real street fight again...
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