Fighting Stances: The Foundation to Great Self-defense (video included)
Learning how to defend against punches, kicks, and takedowns/throws, is essential to round out your self-defense abilities. The first...
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Lawrence Castanon
Mar 202 min read
Clinch Lesson #11: Defense Against Double or Single Wrist Grab (instructional video included)
A simple method for an attacker to dominate someone weaker is by seizing both their wrists, as often seen in instances where men attempt...
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Lawrence Castanon
Mar 92 min read
Clinch Lesson #10: Defense Against Bear Hug #4 - Rear Grab (instructional video included)
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...
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Lawrence Castanon
Mar 42 min read
My #1 Core Strengthening Exercise (video tutorial included)
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,...
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Lawrence Castanon
Feb 282 min read
Self Defense Tip: How to Avoid the Dark Side of Supplements
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...
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Lawrence Castanon
Feb 242 min read
Clinch Lesson #9: Defense Against Bear Hug #3 - Rear Grab (instructional video included)
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...
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Lawrence Castanon
Feb 212 min read
Exercise of the Week: Kettlebell Clean & Press (video included)
Welcome to the exercise of the week! Whether you're looking to get functionally stronger to defend yourself, or you just want to look...
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Lawrence Castanon
Feb 162 min read
Self Defense Tip: Are You Training Realistically?
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....
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Lawrence Castanon
Feb 122 min read
Clinch Lesson #8: Defense Against Front Bear hug #2 (instructional video included)
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...
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Lawrence Castanon
Feb 32 min read
Clinch Lesson #7: Front Bear hug #1 (instructional video included)
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...
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Lawrence Castanon
Jan 272 min read
Self Defense Tip: Learn How to Effectively Respond to Emergencies
Understanding how your body reacts in emergencies is crucial for your safety. Rather than relying on the conventional "Respond or...
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Lawrence Castanon
Jan 242 min read
Clinch Lesson #6: Front Headlock Defense Against Takedown (instructional video included)
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...
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Lawrence Castanon
Jan 163 min read
Clinch Lesson #5: Control & Strike from the One-arm Collar Grab (3 videos)
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...
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Lawrence Castanon
Jan 82 min read
Take Charge of Your Safety: Essential Self-Defense Strategies You Can't Afford to Miss
In today's world, there's a common misconception that law enforcement is solely responsible for our protection around the clock. However,...
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Lawrence Castanon
Jan 42 min read
Clinch Lesson #4 Control & Strike with The Single Wrist Grab (2 videos)
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...
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Lawrence Castanon
Dec 28, 20232 min read
Clinch Lesson #3 - Striking from the Single Over-hook
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...
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Lawrence Castanon
Dec 21, 20232 min read
Get Instant Neck and Shoulder Pain Relief with this Simple Stretch
Many people experience the pain of "tech neck," a condition that causes chronic pain in the neck and shoulders. It occurs comes from...
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Lawrence Castanon
Dec 16, 20233 min read
Self Defense Tip: Building mental Toughness
What is mental toughness? Ever wondered what mental toughness is all about? It's about strengthening your mind. Mental toughness means...
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Lawrence Castanon
Dec 12, 20232 min read
Clinch Lesson 2 - Single Under-hook to Elbow Strike
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...
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Lawrence Castanon
Dec 2, 20232 min read
Clinch Lesson 1 - Single Under-hook & Knee Strike
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...
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