Many of you have watched the Karate Kid or heard about challenge matches Bruce Lee had to endure from the Chinatown Kung Fu masters, and are probably wondering in this day and age – does that ever really happen? Well more than you probably think. The challenges come from other schools, various kind of fighting arts, and what I encountered a lot was fighters creating their own martial art that wanted to test. Before we get started, here is a scene from the karate kid were Mr. Miyagi issued a challenge. At the time the movie, “The Karate Kid” came out – I owned a karate school in El Cajon, California. Funny thing …
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Long Distance Travelling and Preventing Yourself with Self-Defense Equipments
Long distance travelling usually starts with happiness and end with tiredness. Even in vacations when you plan to travel long distance, it becomes hectic in the end. However, your most important concern during long distance travelling is your safety. Air travel is assumed the safest mode of travel. While, if you have to go on road and during night, it can be dangerous for you and your family. Some bad incidents like accident or theft are two worse possibilities. Here are some legal self defense equipment that you must keep with yourself during long drives. This will help to ensure your safety in long distances. Taser Taser is one …
Top Self-Defense Equipments that can Save your Car from Thieves
The auto-theft in US has shown a declining trend in the past decade; special thanks to the government that is making our security impregnable. However, the theft stats are still very higher as compared to other countries around the world. According to Criminal Justice Information Services Division (CJISD), the number of motor vehicles stolen in 2005 was 1.2 million. This number has declined to 794616 cars according to 2009 statistics. Nobody wants to hand over the car when stopped at gunpoint. However, resisting thieves can lead to some serious consequences. If showing resistance is present in your unconsciousness, than you need to keep …
Pepper Spray And Dog Attacks-True First Hand Account
Self Defense Pepper Spray – Personal Security Products and Safety Tips – Pepper spray and self defense product blog by Guardian Self Defense and Security Products.click image for more details Recently I had a long conversation with Mike our mail carrier. He is a very personable guy and we have talked about many things of common interest. Yesterday the topic was his pepper spray. As you may know all USPS letter carriers are issued pepper sprays by the post office as their first line of defense against dog attacks. I asked to see his spray for one specific reason-to see if it was outdated. And sure enough it was two years out of date. The spray is okay but …
Best Covert Spy Cameras-The Top Two
Self Defense Pepper Spray – Personal Security Products and Safety Tips – Pepper spray and self defense product blog by Guardian Self Defense and Security Products.click image for more details As you may know, one of the best ways to catch people doing things they shouldn’t be doing is with a covert spy camera. As the name implies, it is a camera hidden inside an object that people are used to seeing on a pretty regular basis-the more common it is, the better. All of our hidden spy cameras, a.k.a. covert spy cameras are custom made by us. They have several features that we will not talk about today. But here are the top two best-selling covert spy …
Dummy Cameras – A Small Business Owner’s Best Investment
Many a small business owner may have despaired over the shocking amount of theft that can occur even with the most hawk-eyed watching. In tough economic times, not only do the rates of theft go up a startling amount, but many business owners simply cannot afford to take the losses. It can be very expensive
"Every gang of outlaw bikers or crusty punks needs at least one member who can sew patches on…"
“Every gang of outlaw bikers or crusty punks needs at least one member who can sew patches on beautifully.” – Ceejoyner
HOW SPYWARE ON RENTAL PCs CAPTURED USERS’ MOST INTIMATE MOMMENTS
HOW SPYWARE ON RENTAL PCs CAPTURED USERS’ MOST INTIMATE MOMMENTS: As its name suggests, PC Rental Agent was designed to streamline the administration of computers offered by rent-to-own stores, which sell or rent furniture, appliances, and other merchandise to consumers, often in exchange for weekly payments until they are paid off. By default, the program includes functionality that allows store employees to wipe PC hard drives at the press of a key. The feature is used to permanently remove confidential data left by one customer before the machine is given to a new customer. PC Rental Agent also includes a “kill switch”…
Pepper Spray – Why it Works
Hot peppers have an astonishing array of uses; they are useful in treating fever, digestive disorders, colds, circulatory problems and even as a bug repellant in the garden. The hot pepper contains Capsaicin, and this component provides not only the medicinal actions, but Vitamin C as well. There has been intensive study into the benefits
WhenTo Call 911
There are lots and lots of people who dial the emergency number for situations that clearly are not emergencies. This article discusses when an urgent response is called for, and when you should call the non-emergency numbers to be connected to fire, ambulance, and police services. The author knows their stuff. An excerpt…. “An open or unsecure door or window that indicates a burglary has possibly occurred should be considered a crime in progress. You should call 911 and wait outside in a safe location until police arrive and secure the property.” That is wisdom.
Taser, Taser, Burning Bright!
We owe a debt to knirirr for kindly giving us a heads up to this French language news article. (English translation here.) A suspect tried to escape from French custom officials, only to have chemical mace applied along with a Taser. A freak combination of tear gas and the Taser caused the man’s clothing to burst into flame! The burning man was taken to a local hospital for treatment, but managed to finally give the cops the slip. He is still at large. I’ve never heard of something like this happening, but I suppose anything is possible. I wonder what made up the ingredients of that French tear gas?
10 Basic Fighting Techniques
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Groin Pains – Krav Maga Self Defense Techniques
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Happy Halloween From DefendThyself – Coupon Code TRICK
It’s that time of year when we pay homage to ghosts, ghouls, and goblins. Until Halloween Eve, take 13{660353129f8d892044c993645a1c75194301fec6786a7f617c15adde0b0011e9} off anything in the store. No matter if you are looking for a PhaZZer Dragon Conductive Energy Stunning Weapon, or a JPX Pepper Gun, Fox Labs Pepper Spray, or a Stun Master 1.2 Million Volt Rechargeable
PhaZZer Dragon Walk Through Demo Video Posted
We just put up a new walk-through video on YouTube of the PhaZZer Dragon Conductive Energy Stunning Weapon, which is a great alterative to the TASER C2. The PhaZZer Dragon Conductive Energy Stunning Weapon is a small device that uses cartridges to shoot 2 electrified darts at the punk that is trying to attack you.
Punching Combinations – Top 10 Tips To Improve Your Training
Adapted from the Toughen Up Guide To Power Punching. Once you have a strong foundation of basic punching skills, you’ll want to add some fun, variety and intensity to your combative workouts. Here are 10 tips to keep in mind when designing your punching and/or kicking combinations. What Is A Punching Combination? A combination is
Designing A Heavy Bag Workout
Without a doubt, the most common questions I get are about heavy bag workouts. More specifically, how to design a heavy bag workout that will keep your training interesting, provide maximum health and skill benefits and avoid training-related injuries that are far too common when people buy a heavy bag and start pounding away on
Relaxed Power
Relaxed power, it may sound like an oxymoron but it is in fact a very important concept for martial arts and self-defence, however it is also incredibly easy to forget about it in a stressful situation. Most people naturally tense up in stressful situations or when they are threatened, those that don’t have either trained
The fifth limb: neck stretches and exercises
The fifth limb or the neck as it is more commonly referred to has to be one of the most neglected but most over worked muscles in martial arts. I’ve lost count how many times I’ve experienced a stiff neck after not stretching and warming up the neck muscles properly and then pulling a muscle
McDojo? Is Karate Quality basied on Lineage
This is kind of a Catholic vs Protestant argument that still goes on for some reason. What am I talking about? You know – If a school opens up in a strip mall for profit – many of the purists (read traditionalist Karate Ka) will smirk and wonder if the “McDojo” can trace its roots back to the old country (Read Japan or Okinawa). Traditionalists like to recite their lineage to prove their black belt is meaningful. This is like the Catholics (disclaimer – I am a Catholic) or Orthodox Churches argument of Apostolic Succession (meaning they can trace their bishops back to Christ’s apostles. The thing …
New American Kenpo Karate Studio Opening in Arizona!
David Hays will be opening a new studio in the Ahwatukee foothills of Phoenix Arizona on January 12, 2013. We will be teaching Tracy’s traditional Kenpo, the Joe Lewis fighting system of competitive tournament sparring and kick-boxing. If you know anyone in the Phoenix area that is interested in lessons or an upper belt looking for a place to work out and/or help with coaching, please contact me at dhays@azakka.com Thank you in advance for the support. Related Posts:Self Defense for even Turkeys? Happy Thanksgiving!What is Self-defense?Introduction to “My Self-defense Blog”Toughman!Steve “Nasty” Anderson – Top Fighter in the 80′s!
Long Distance Travelling and Preventing Yourself with Self-Defense Equipments
Long distance travelling usually starts with happiness and end with tiredness. Even in vacations when you plan to travel long distance, it becomes hectic in the end. However, your most important concern during long distance travelling is your safety. Air travel is assumed the safest mode of travel. While, if you have to go on road and during night, it can be dangerous for you and your family. Some bad incidents like accident or theft are two worse possibilities. Here are some legal self defense equipment that you must keep with yourself during long drives. This will help to ensure your safety in long distances. Taser Taser is one of the best self…
Top Self-Defense Equipments that can Save your Car from Thieves
The auto-theft in US has shown a declining trend in the past decade; special thanks to the government that is making our security impregnable. However, the theft stats are still very higher as compared to other countries around the world. According to Criminal Justice Information Services Division (CJISD), the number of motor vehicles stolen in 2005 was 1.2 million. This number has declined to 794616 cars according to 2009 statistics. Nobody wants to hand over the car when stopped at gunpoint. However, resisting thieves can lead to some serious consequences. If showing resistance is present in your unconsciousness, than you need to keep yourself prepare to avoid car thefts. There are some good self-defense equipments available in the market that can save your …
Pepper Spray And Dog Attacks-True First Hand Account
Self Defense Pepper Spray – Personal Security Products and Safety Tips – Pepper spray and self defense product blog by Guardian Self Defense and Security Products.click image for more details Recently I had a long conversation with Mike our mail carrier. He is a very personable guy and we have talked about many things of common interest. Yesterday the topic was his pepper spray. As you may know all USPS letter carriers are issued pepper sprays by the post office as their first line of defense against dog attacks. I asked to see his spray for one specific reason-to see if it was outdated. And sure enough it was two years out of date. The spray is okay but the …
Woman Fights Off Assault Using Pepper Spray
Self Defense Pepper Spray – Personal Security Products and Safety Tips – Pepper spray and self defense product blog by Guardian Self Defense and Security Products.click image for more details This is a story about a man who assaulted a woman in Santa Cruz, California by attempting to put his hand down her skirt. She resisted by spraying him with pepper spray. He ran off and is still on the loose. Police are looking for this guy. You may read the rest of the story HERE. It is just another example of how effective pepper spray is at repelling an assailant. Millions of women cross the …
BY YOUR RESPONSE TO DANGER …, by Jenny Holzer
BY YOUR RESPONSE TO DANGER …, by Jenny Holzer
“Yayasan Galuh Rehabilitation Center is an impoverished…
“Yayasan Galuh Rehabilitation Center is an impoverished mental health facility based in Bekasi, Indonesia that hosts over 250 patients. Most come from poor families no longer interested in managing their conditions, or are unable. Some patients are homeless, deposited after being taken off streets by police. The only medical treatment received is for skin conditions. No assessments, psychotherapy or psychiatric medications is available. Over one third of the patients are shackled in chains. These measures are implemented to those thought to be violent, uncontrollable and dangerous.” (Photo and caption by Wendell Phillips/ National Geographic Photo Contest)
A Big Steaming Pile Of Fail
How would an American such as myself describe the criminal justice system in the Philippines? I’d be forced to say that it is a police state. Even so, it is a particularly ineffective police state. Even the United Nations has to admit that safety is hard to come by in that country. Follow that link and you will see a UN sponsored survey that has 10.5{660353129f8d892044c993645a1c75194301fec6786a7f617c15adde0b0011e9} of Filipino families report being victims of property crime every 6 months. Which means, of course, that more than one out of every five households in the nation have something stolen from them every year. So where are the police? According to this news article, a deranged drug addict engaged in a shooting spree…
Pepper Spray – Why it Works
Hot peppers have an astonishing array of uses; they are useful in treating fever, digestive disorders, colds, circulatory problems and even as a bug repellant in the garden. The hot pepper contains Capsaicin, and this component provides not only the medicinal actions, but Vitamin C as well. There has been intensive study into the benefits