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Lawrence Castanon
Feb 24, 20242 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 21, 20242 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 16, 20242 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 12, 20242 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 8, 20242 min read
Join Me for This Max Strength exercise that boosts strength, endurance, and coordination
This maximal strength exercise is one of my all time favorite functional strength-endurance exercises. The farmers walk, also known as...
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Lawrence Castanon
Feb 3, 20242 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 31, 20242 min read
Let's Train: My 20 Minute Low Impact Workout #2 (exercise video)
Members, are one of your New Years resolutions to get in shape? My low impact endurance workouts are designed to do just that. I will be...
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Lawrence Castanon
Jan 27, 20242 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 24, 20242 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 16, 20243 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 10, 20242 min read
Let's Train: My 20 Minute Low Impact Workout (exercise video)
Members, are one of your New Years resolutions to get in shape? My low impact endurance workouts are designed to do just that. I will be...
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Lawrence Castanon
Jan 8, 20242 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 4, 20242 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 23, 20231 min read
Receive the Gift of Strength and Confidence this Holiday Season!
Still searching for that perfect gift? How about the gift of fitness and self-defense for yourself or someone you care about? Introducing...
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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 7, 20233 min read
Garlic: super food!
Garlic, a staple ingredient in kitchens worldwide, not only enhances the flavor of various dishes but also has a wide array of medicinal...
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Lawrence Castanon
Dec 5, 20232 min read
This Exercise Will Strengthen Your Back And Remove Back Pain
The low back is one of the most important areas of the body to exercise, unfortunately, it is also one of the most neglected. Part of the...
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