Krav Maga
"In the world of reality self defence, we
should ALL know by now the importance of
applying the pre-emptive strike when you
know impending violence is ready to 'kick
off'.
But sometimes we may not be as 'switched on'
as we would like to; we may have mentally
let our guard down.
This means the attacker WILL get the drop
on you and you will have to rely on your
reflexive skills plus your defensive tactics.
You MUST train these skills regularly so
that you can call upon them when the heat is
on.
If you are attacked with Krav Maga skills you will be initially on
the back foot and your natural 'flinch'
reflexes will come into play.
The 'flinch' reflex is important for your
survival. It is the impulse that pulls your
hand back from the heat of a fire or makes you
shift back quickly from a barking dog.
It is nature's way of protecting you, so you
MUST use it to your advantage.
Most people see the reflex as a weakness, they
feel they should stand solid and tall in the
face of danger but this is not always the best
tactic...
If you are caught with a surprise ambush
attack, you will always flinch. It is how FAST
you react from this flinch that will determine
the outcome.
In my training, I get students to stand with
their eyes closed and they cannot open them
until an opponent grabs them in some shape or
form, then they have to immediately focus on
the attack and deal with it.
This simulates as best as possible the feelings
of a SURPRISE attack.
Remember, there will always be vital seconds
of delay whilst your brain registers what is
happening and sends a message to the muscles
to respond."
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