5 Simple Self-Defense Moves All Women Should Know

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As a woman, it is essential to have the confidence and tools to protect yourself in dangerous situations. These 5 simple self-defense moves are easy to learn, highly effective, and could be the difference between getting out of harm's way or staying in dangerous situations. Learn how to use these techniques today to feel empowered and secure.

Be Aware of Your Surroundings The first rule of self-defense is awareness. Always be aware of your surroundings, and pay close attention to people around you. Notice who is following or watching you and if possible, communicate with them in a polite but firm voice that you're uncomfortable with their presence. Don't get too close to strangers and avoid walking alone at night if possible. This can be a great way to deter potential attackers before the situation escalates.

Establish a Strong Base Position To increase your chances of successfully defending yourself, it’s important to get into a strong stance before striking. Stand with both feet wider than hip-distance apart and adjust as needed. This will give you a wider range of movement and allow for greater balance so that you don't get knocked off your feet. Get into the habit of checking your stance whenever possible while out in public, so that you are prepared if an attack occurs.

Increase Your Reach With Arm Extending Movements Arm extending movements can help to increase the reach of your strikes and create more leverage. Focus on increasing arm rotation when striking, this will generate maximum power. Moving from wrist to shoulder rather than punching from the elbow down, is a great way to maximize arm extension. You should also practice using momentum when attacking – start by coiling your arms back and then releasing the energy forward for greater impact.

Keep a Defense Tool On You at All Times Keeping a practical self defense tool on you at all times can help to give you an extra edge in scary situations. Keychain whistles, tactical pens, and pocket alarms are all great tools to carry with you for protection. When attacked, immediately use your tool to call attention to yourself and make it easier for people to hear you scream or come to your aid. Make sure that you never leave home without one of these tools so that you always feel prepared.

Practice Kicks and Strikes to Defend Yourself Kicks and strikes are an essential part of any self-defense strategy. A few good strikes to vulnerable body areas include the groin, eyes, nose, throat, and solar plexus areas. Practice these moves until you can react instinctively without thought in dangerous situations. It is important to remember that striking with full force is usually needed in order to be effective and this requires practice.


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