Musings on Self Defense and Fitness
Many know that we spend a lot of time researching and teaching on surviving active killer events. Recently, the group from Gracie Breakdown did a video on the recent Nashville shooting at the Waffle House. My initial reaction was scathing. The video angered me for several reasons. I immediately decided I was going to do…
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It’s a truly amazing feeling to see posts from people all over the US excited to dive into the book. I am so excited for the material to get out and get tested. I cannot wait to hear feedback. I don’t just want that feedback to be praise, though I certainly hope it is. I…
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Head position is a huge part of grappling and clinch work. In this video we take a look at the 2-on-1 position and a few ways to establish proper head position.
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The argument over what system is “the best” for self defense, has been beaten to death for years. Every day it happens, in a hundred different ways. A few people may change their mind or “come to the light” (some for better and some for worse), but the reality is, this argument solves nothing. The…
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The last few days I’ve seen several people on the interwebs chastising people for teaching Active Shooter courses. I’m not talking about the ignorant crazy people who think the training is stupid because “all you need is a gun” or “no average person can fight back against a gunman.” No, I’m talking about something much…
Read MoreIt’s about finding good people, leading good people, and taking care of those people
Read MoreIt comes down to everyone taking responsibility for themselves.
Read MoreThe fact is, you’re on your own.
Read MoreThe more you practice, the more you are likely to do things that way.
Read MoreSo whether you are trying to connect with your significant other, communicate tasks or plans to co-workers, or properly setting boundaries against a possible threat, clarity is key.
Read More…the ones that will see continued success over the longest periods of time and reach the highest potential, are the ones that know they don’t know everything…
Read MoreThere is no tool in this world that can guarantee safety. Your potential to survive a violent encounter is directly correlated to the amount of time you spend training.
Read MoreYou’re in control of your future. Act accordingly.
Read MoreI posted an image earlier this week to the Instagram page for The Kamiwaza Podcast that had a caterpillar and a butterfly drinking coffee at a table. The caterpillar tells the butterfly “You’ve changed” The butterfly responds “We’re supposed to.” #micdrop In life, we’re supposed to adapt, and change, and move on to new things.…
Read MoreEverybody loves free stuff. I mean, what is better than receiving something in return for nothing? The problem is, more often than not, we don’t really respect free. There’s no skin in the game so why would we? If you’re not invested, emotionally or financially, there’s no real reason to be committed or broken by…
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