9 Self-Defense Strategies Every Woman Needs to Know

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9 Self-Defense Strategies Every Woman Needs to
Know
By - https//internationaldts.com/
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Women Self-Defense

• Women need self-defense tools because
  statistics show women are assaulted more often
  than men. One in three women is a victim of
  physical violence. In addition, women are
  subjected to more instances of verbal abuse,
  sexual abuse, and harassment. This is why most
  self-defense classes are focused on how women can
  get out and away from an attacker. Furthermore,
  self-defense tools should include methods of
  preventing a violent confrontation. Pivoting away
  from a potential threat is just as important as
  destroying your attacker.

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• To an experienced self-defense guru, the
  following physical tactics will be familiar and
  basic to you. These tactics can help in the
  moment of an attack. However, don't just solely
  rely on this article to gain the knowledge of
  self-defense training. Seek out a self-defense
  instructor for continued training. Proper
  practice makes perfect. In a sexual assault, your
  body will go through a stage of fear and panic,
  also known as fight or flight, followed by an
  adrenaline rush. Although adrenaline can increase
  people's strengths (we've all heard the story
  about the mother who picked up a car to save her
  child, that's the power of adrenaline), it's not
  a reliable source of self-defense. Some reports
  state the victim experienced tunnel vision,
  selective hearing, and loss of motor function.
  During an attack, you risk the body's natural
  reaction to stressors not going in your favor. It
  can be hard to see and hear, let alone perform
  the complex martial art technique you suddenly
  remembered from a movie you saw ten years ago.
  Advanced techniques during an attack are
  difficult to perform. The same concept applies to
  basic techniques, which is why we recommend you
  practice recalling the skill and practicing the
  skills randomly throughout the week. Eventually,
  your brain will associate the new skill and
  recall it much easier, which is convenient for
  you if you're ever attacked.

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• Define Motor Functions/Skills A motor skill
  is a function that involves specific movements of
  the body's muscles to perform a certain task. For
  example, these tasks could include walking,
  running, or riding a bike. To perform this skill,
  the body's nervous system, muscles, and brain
  must all work together.
• The following techniques can increase your
  chance of surviving an attack. For more
  information, visit International Defensive
  Training Systems. The following personal
  protection tools are proven strategies
  recommended by professionals.

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1. TRUST YOUR INTUITION

• Many women in a self-defense class often
  sign up for the course because they've
  experienced a physical attack. However, they
  waited until an assault happened to them before
  considering signing up. Often, women who are
  victims recall their thoughts in the moments
  leading up to the attack as, "I had a bad
  feeling, but brushed it off" or "I felt like
  staying home, but went anyway." The feeling
  people get just before something bad happens is
  described as a pit in their stomach, also known
  as intuition. People joke about "Woman's
  intuition." Although women indeed have intuition,
  it is also true that people, regardless of sex,
  have intuition. When something doesn't feel
  'right,' it's because it isn't safe, according to
  your intuition. And that's the bottom line. Women
  have been conditioned to ignore the small voice
  of doubt that senses trouble, but intuition can
  detect danger and save your life.
• That voice of doubt is coming from a place
  of concern. Stop. Listen and analyze your
  environment.

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2. PRACTICE TARGET VETO

• Practice making yourself an inaccessible
  target. If you have the opportunity to escape
  from a self-defense situation before it becomes
  physical, do it! If the person approaching you
  worries you, cross the street and keep your
  distance. If the man in the elevator gives you
  goosebumps, wait for the next elevator. Don't
  risk putting yourself in danger. You're not a
  coward for listening to your intuition. You're
  courageous.

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3. CONFIDENCE, AS A SELF-DEFENSE TOOLS

• Define Body Langauge Body language is a type
  of communication in which physical behaviors, as
  opposed to words, are used to express or convey
  information. Such behavior includes facial
  expressions, body posture, gestures, eye
  movement, touch, and the use of space.

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• Be aware of the non-verbal messaging your
  body sends to the people around you. Predators
  and pedophiles target women who appear
  frightened, confused, and distracted. If your
  body language shows any of these signs, it's a
  green light for an attacker to make his move. A
  self-defense tactic more women need to practice
  is to stop walking with their head down. If
  you're putting groceries into your trunk
  (distraction), keep your head up, take your time
  and look around at the people walking by. Don't
  give the attacker the upper hand by having your
  back turned, being oblivious to your
  surroundings, and only focusing on one thing like
  getting your groceries into your car quickly or
  into the house in one trip (overburdening
  yourself with packages is a distraction). Human
  predators will target women they consider weak or
  vulnerable. Confidence and awareness are
  self-defense tactics many don't think about when
  it comes to preventing violent attacks.

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• Attackers aren't looking for a challenge. They
  aren't looking for someone who could fight back
  or call attention to her surroundings. They want
  an easy target. Presenting yourself with
  confidence gives you a sense of awareness and
  will reduce your likelihood of needing
  self-defense.

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4. SET STRONG VERBAL BOUNDARIES

• Verbal skills are an effective form of
  self-defense. This tool you'll use more
  frequently and too much greater success than any
  physical self-defense technique you learn in a
  self-defense class. When a predator engages in
  conversation with you, they're interviewing you.
  The goal of the interview is to identify what
  boxes you check off the 'potential victim's
  list.' They most likely won't ask, "Do you know
  any self-defense tactics?" they aren't that
  stupid but they'll ask questions related to your
  physical activities. A serial attacker has
  practiced this interview and can say things to
  scare you or stun you to increase his odds.

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• Aggressive verbal confrontations can be
  intimidating, but you will be strong and show the
  attacker that he's picked the wrong victim today.
  Stand tall, remain calm and respond with
  confidence. Be assertive enough, and you'll fail
  the interview. Your confidence alone will stir up
  feelings of doubt for them. That doubt can save
  you.

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• 5. NON-CONFRONTATIONAL STANCE THE ELEMENT
  OF SURPRISE
• Most pedophiles are confident the victim they
  choose will not defend themselves, or they could
  at least overpower the individual. Because they
  don't expect you to fight, this allows you to
  execute your secret weapon, the element of
  surprise. If you step into a martial arts
  fighting stance, it will plant a seed of doubt
  within the attacker's plans. They didn't expect
  you to fight, and now you've assume the
  position... they'll definitely be afraid. This
  self-defense tactic is used when getting to
  safety or calling for help is not an option.

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6. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE

• Every person has a comfort zone and personal
  safety space, including children. Yet, when a
  predator enters the space, you'll feel
  uncomfortable. Why? Because your brain knows that
  in a moment of danger, you'll need every inch of
  your personal safety space to protect yourself or
  perform a self-defense move. In a
  self-defense-induced adrenaline state, you need
  0.25 seconds to react. We call this the
  reactionary gap.

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• Define Reactionary Gap the distance between
  the extremities of your reach and the extremities
  of your opponent's reach. The 'reach' includes
  any weapons involved.
• Maintain a one to two arm's length from
  people you consider a potential aggressors. When
  he starts closing in, start with verbal
  boundaries self-defense tactic to create personal
  safety. If they continue to inch closer, it's
  time to target veto and exit the situation or to
  practice self-defense. The goal of any
  self-defense situation is to create personal
  safety. That is your only priority in an attack.

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7. KEEP YOUR TECHNIQUES SIMPLE

• The main effect of an adrenaline release is
  the loss of fine motor skills. The loss of motor
  functions will affect simple movements like
  unclenching your fists or pulling your hands out
  of your pockets. These actions can become
  self-defense challenges during an adrenaline
  rush. The odds of executing a quick high kick are
  not in your favor, especially for someone who
  does not often practice self-defense training.
  Because the effects of the adrenaline rush are
  strong, it's important to stick to the basic
  self-defense martial art techniques. The
  following self-defense tools are recommended
  (again, speak with a professional for proper form
  and instructions)

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• Heel-palm strike. Strike with an open hand to
  reduce the chance of injury to your hand. This
  enables you to attack from a non-confrontational
  stance. Use this self-defense tactic after
  setting verbal boundaries and before you assume a
  self-defense position.
• Eye strike. In some cases, driving your
  fingers toward an attacker's eyes will be enough
  for them to step back and out of your personal
  safety zone. If you miss the target, use this
  moment to counterattack and deliver a precise
  blow or to escape the attack.
• Knee strike. This technique is preferred to
  any standing kick. It is simple to use, and you
  can deliver it while staying centered and closing
  the ground. This is critical when adrenaline is
  pumping. A knee to the groin can end a fight
  immediately.

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8. DON'T PANIC IF YOU'RE KNOCKED DOWN

• In most cases, women fall to the ground after
  the unexpected blow. The heel-palm strike and eye
  strike work well as self-defense moves while on
  the ground. Throw a few kicks into the mix and
  make yourself a challenge the attacker did not
  anticipate.
• Remember, your legs are longer than your
  arms, use them! He will have to expose himself to
  your self-defense tools to make physical contact
  with you. Knee strikes work well for ground
  fighting self-defense tactics. When you see an
  opening, take it!

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• 9. FOLLOW THROUGH
• The fight is over when the threat is gone. It
  would be best if you found the courage and effort
  to defend yourself the entire time during
  battledon't pause. Dont give the pedophile an
  opening.

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• Define Self-defense Self-defense is a
  countermeasure that involves defending the health
  and well-being of oneself from harm. The use of
  the right of self-defense as a legal
  justification for the use of force in times of
  danger is available in many jurisdictions.