Women?s Self-Defense Against Men

When looking at the increasing numbers ofactivities and make sure that you are aware of
reports about violence against women, it is clearpotential dangers. Like fire drills, women?s
that women?s self-defense against men isself-defense calls for identifying potential danger
becoming an important issue in today?s society.spots, so, as you go through your day, look for
There are many products and techniquesthose places where a person can easily intrude.
designed for women?s self-defense against men,Many strategies for women?s self-defense
from mace guns to judo and assertivenessagainst men include some kind of martial arts
training. Unfortunately, these things are becomingtraining. Although many critics complain that
increasingly necessary, and it is essential to staytechniques learned in classes can not be adapted
informed of the most effective strategies forwell to the street, martial arts give women
women?s self-defense against men.strength and confidence to be able to ward off
Since more and more women are workingan attacker.
overtime and at late hours, extra attention shouldThere are many varieties of martial arts to
be given to women?s self-defense against men.choose from, and it is a good idea to experiment
Dark parking lots are among the most dangerouswith several classes before narrowing down your
places, and it is good idea to walk into a parkingchoice. Popular martial arts courses for women?s
lot with a special device, such as a small alarm,self-defense against men include:
whistle or light, or where it is legal, a mace gun or? Tae Kwan Do
stun gun. The mace or stun guns should not be? Kenpo
shaped like actual guns, but should be disguised as? Judo
cell phones, pens or key chains which can be? Hapkido
carried by hand without attracting undue attention.? Kung Fu
It is important to principle of women?s self? Karate
defense against men always to look straightTae Kwan Do is a good choice for women?s
ahead and always to appear alert. Potentialself-defense against men, because it emphasizes
attackers are always on the lookout for womenpunches and kicks that can repel attacks. Akido
who seem unaware of their surroundings, so giveemphasizes throws and joint locks, which are
an impression of confidence.more aggressive techniques to deal with
Before opening your car door, always inspect theattackers. Kenpo and Karate were developed
inside to ensure that no one is there. A portablethrough principles of aesthetics and spirituality, as
flashlight can be useful for this inspection. Makewell as a mean s of self-defense. Kung Fu
sure your car door is always locked, and, if youfocuses on the movements of five animals: the
unlock your car door with a remote control, avoiddragon, tiger, snake leopard and crane. Martial arts
locking and unlocking the door too far in advancegive the added benefit of physical fitness and
of your entry. This will prevent someone fromself-confidence to women?s self-defense against
crawling into your car.men.
Women?s self-defense against men is not alwaysThe most important principle to remember for
focused on strangers, but, more often than not,effective women?s self-defense against men is
an attacker is someone the woman knows.confidence. If a woman looks and seems aware
Before making the attack, the person usuallyand confident, a potential attacker is less likely to
stalks the woman to find out her habits andapproach her, because he knows he will be
where she is the most vulnerable.unlikely to succeed. In addition, if she feels
It is therefore a good idea to change your routecompetent, she is far more likely to defend
frequently if you jog or walk for exercise. Be onherself well and to prevent an attack.
the lookout for people who are watching your