Learning how to defend against punches, kicks, and takedowns/throws, is essential to round out your self-defense abilities. The first...

A simple method for an attacker to dominate someone weaker is by seizing both their wrists, as often seen in instances where men attempt...

This is the 10th lesson in our Clinch 101 series. Getting grabbed from behind is always a scary situation, but if they grab you under...

This is one of my favorite exercises to build up a strong core, and abdominal region. If you have a weak lower back or abdominal muscles,...

If you've been training or working out for an extended period, you're aware of the important role your health plays, whether it's for...

This is the 9th lesson in our Clinch 101 series. This clinch or grab, where the assailant has a a rear bear hug over your arms, is the...

Welcome to the exercise of the week! Whether you're looking to get functionally stronger to defend yourself, or you just want to look...

Recently, a student sent me a video of a street fight where one guy sat on the ground and motioned for the other guy to come towards him....

This is the 8th lesson in our Clinch 101 series. A front bear hug where the assailant has his arms underneath your arms (around your...

This is the 7th lesson in our Clinch 101 series. The front bear hug over the arms occurs when the assailant grabs you around your arms...

Understanding how your body reacts in emergencies is crucial for your safety. Rather than relying on the conventional "Respond or...

This is the 6th lesson in our Clinch 101 series. The front headlock is an excellent clinch to use in the event the assailant tries to...

This is the 5th lesson in our Clinch 101 series. The collar grab clinch (aka collar tie) is a crucial technique to learn as part of a...

In today's world, there's a common misconception that law enforcement is solely responsible for our protection around the clock. However,...

This is the 4th lesson in our Clinch 101 series. Grabbing the assailants wrist is a great way to both control the assailant, and lessen...

This is the 3rd lesson in our Clinch 101 series. The Over-hook is another great tactic to use when in the clinch. Over-hooking occurs...

Many people experience the pain of "tech neck," a condition that causes chronic pain in the neck and shoulders. It occurs comes from...

What is mental toughness? Ever wondered what mental toughness is all about? It's about strengthening your mind. Mental toughness means...

This is the 2nd lesson in our Clinch 101 series. The under-hook is a great offensive technique that you can use when in the clinch. The...

This is the first lesson in our Clinch 101 series. The under-hook is a great offensive technique that you can use when in the clinch. The...