Knock Out Fitness

Martial-artists often look for scenarios to practice that mimic reality. The closer they can get to mimicking a real emergency in practice, the better their chance of responding efficiently in a real self-defense encounter. The following scenario consideration is just what the martial-arts practitioner ordered…Defending Doorways and Hallways, “Stage One” In many of my articles, and even one of my books, I suggest that you practice defending your loved ones. You put them behind you, for example, down a hall or on the other side of the door. Then you keep your practice partners from getting past you to your relative or significant other.This is a good place to start.Grab a stuffed animal, your favorite teddy bear, and put it behind you. It will represent your family member or loved one.Now, take about five steps forward. Position your partner in front of you, and keep him or her from getting past you to the fuzzy critter.Where Do You Live? Defending from a hall or doorway is a good start, but now it’s time to make your practice session even more practical. By practical, I mean tailored to