Punching Power
Punching and striking speed are tantamount to success in competition and on the street. But throwing a punch too fast, with no control, will...
Tussey Custom’s Lightweight Stealth-Comp
A state-of-the-art 1911 carry gun from a master pistolsmith!
When it comes to the world of guns, Terry Tussey has pretty much "been there and...
The Basics of Bunkai – Part 6
In this series of articles we've been looking at the basics of "bunkai" (kata application). The purpose of these articles is to introduce the...
Jim Wagner My Self-Defense Instructor: Zigzag Run Away From an Active Shooter
In this My Self-Defense Instructor video Jim Wagner, of Jim Wagner Reality-Based Personal Protection, discusses zigzag run away from an active shooter.
SUBJECT: Zigzag Run...
Scenario Training and Stress in the Training Environment
The modern training arena is becoming more focused on efficiency of skill acquisition. This is primarily due to the increase in the complexity and...
Kuntaw Foot Sweeps and Blocks
Kuntaw translated means “fist way” or “way of the fist” and dates back to the mid 1300’s. Over the centuries the style has evolved...
The Tradition of Folding the Gi
Traditions in every aspect of life are extremely important. They not only give direction to the culture; they uphold the values and reason for...
Humility is Key to a Fighter’s Success
Every budding fighter goes through what I call the 10-fight itch. Some experience it at 3 fights, others at 15, depending on how often...
Lines of Attack
For Success in Sparring and Self-Defense, It Pays to Think Outside the Box!
“Shapes are important in the martial arts,” Avi Nardia says somewhat matter-offactly. “Karate,...
NFL Stars Train Tae Kwon Do at Young Brothers Institute
NFL stars train Tae Kwon Do with Young Brothers Institute in Pittsburgh that could resemble an NFL training camp. Some of the most famous...
Israeli Martial Arts and Deadly Mistakes in Gun Disarming
Gun disarming is one of the most important skills you want to obtain when training in a martial art that claims to be about...
BolaWrap: Early Restraint For Non-Compliant Subjects
The #BolaWrap was specifically designed for mentally ill, drug induced, or non-complaint subjects, as a way to restrain them with using pain, before the...
NA MEA KAUA HAWAI’I – The Traditional Hawaiian Weapons of War
Hawaiian weapons were carved out of Koa wood. Clubs were often inlaid with shell or bone for decoration. In some cases like the Hawaiian...
How to Spar for the Street: Part 2
In this How to Spar for the Street series of articles we are discussing how to make your sparring relevant to real situations. The...
Accuracy Capabilities of a Modern Sniper System 3
This is the final chapter dealing with the evaluation of L.O.D. Training Associates: a total sniper, equipment, and training system, developed by Mr. Billy...
On Kettlebells and Tire Flips: Or When Good Things Go Fad
A good idea can be turned into a fad by mindless followers. Mindful people use whatever tools they come across to their best advantage...