tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35370190279940276832024-02-27T02:09:41.500-05:00Self Defense for EveryoneSelf defense news, tips and information for people of all ages.Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-9629391077941617762011-06-07T13:09:00.000-04:002011-06-07T13:14:01.670-04:00Protect Your Family While On Vacation With Self Defense Products<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--> <p class="MsoNormal">Summer is the perfect time for a family vacation. Children are out of school and parents work hard throughout the year, saving their vacation days to use during the warm weather. When packing for vacation, <a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">self defense products</b></a> should be included. The home should also be protected during the time the family is traveling. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The media is full of horror stories about families who were abducted while driving to a vacation spot. Had they had self defense products in the vehicle, they may not have met such an unfortunate fate. <a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Pepper spray</b></a> comes in many sizes and styles, including a well-disguised pen and ring. This spray may also come in handy when the vacationer is jogging or camping.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/catalog/stun-guns-c-240_82.html"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Stun guns</b></a> are for those who are very serious about self defense. When activated, these deliver enough voltage to render an attacker useless long enough for a victim to escape to safety. Having a cell phone or flashlight shaped stun gun in the car will make any family feel safe without looking like vigilantes. Rechargeable models ensure that the gun is ready for action whenever needed. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Adventurous families often head to a cabin on a lake or a peaceful campground to enjoy the outdoors during summer. They are often not the only inhabitants of this environment, sharing the land with local animals. Unfortunately, some of these creatures are less happy about this than others. Bears can be quite unfriendly, especially when they are hungry, so <a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/catalog/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=Bear+Spray&x=0&y=0"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">bear pepper spray</b></a> should always be on hand.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">While the family is away on vacation, the home is uninhabited. Adding <a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">self defense products</b></a> designed for the household, such as a dummy camera and barking dog alarm, will deter anyone from breaking into the residence. When the family arrives home safe and sound, the house will be in the same shape as it was left. </p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-81706388954334939752011-05-17T13:03:00.001-04:002011-06-07T13:08:44.098-04:00Driveway Patrol A Great Family Self Defense Product<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/catalog/stun-guns-c-240_82.html"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Stun guns</b></a> and <a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">pepper spray</b></a> are two self defense products that people can carry with them when away from home. What about when they are in the house? If they do not have a guard dog, who or what is going to alert them of impending harm? The Driveway Patrol is one product that performs this task, is low-cost, and is easy to install.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">This wireless motion detector is placed near the entrance to the doorway or driveway. When something passes by the transmitter, the receiver sounds an appealing chime. Not only can it alert residents of the home about a visitor headed their way, it can serve as a child monitor. If children are not permitted to venture past the doorway or driveway when playing, this will let parents know if they do.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The maximum range between the indoor receiver and outdoor transmitter is 400 feet. The sensor on the outdoor transmitter picks up a car or person coming within 20 feet. When the receiver inside chimes, the resident can look to see whether the visitor is friend or foe. This provides homeowners with enough time to dial 911 if an intruder is approaching. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">At a cost of under $30 and requiring only one nine-volt and three C batteries, <a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">self defense products</b></a> like this are budget-friendly. Consumers may want to purchase a second unit for the back door, especially if the home borders on a wooded area. It can be difficult to see someone approaching from this direction, especially at night. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">As wireless <a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">self defense products</b></a> go, the Driveway Patrol is a popular product. Motion activation is an excellent way to identify an approaching intruder. The small size of the outdoor transmitter makes it inconspicuous. Only the person inside the home will hear the chime and can then take appropriate action. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-69681024902921854922011-04-13T09:00:00.001-04:002011-04-13T09:00:25.226-04:00A Sampling of Self Defense Products for Home Protection<p class="MsoNormal">It is important that we feel safe within our own homes. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/">Self defense products</a> </b>for home protection keep us secure while within our homes and keep our residences safe when we are not there. These include items like alarms, motion sensors, and dummy cameras. Installing one or more of these in our homes may be all it takes to make us feel an added level of security at all times. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">One of the popular self defense products for home protection is the driveway patrol. This is a wireless motion detector installed near a doorway or driveway entrance. When something passes within the 20-foot range of the transmitter, the receiver emits a pleasant sound. In addition to serving as a security device against intruders, it is suitable for families with small children. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">A door guard alarm is a portable unit that contains a shock sensor alarm. Its movable feature allows it to be used at home, work, or while traveling without any installation. The smallest vibration is detected and when the alarm is activated, a 98 decibel alert sounds for 20 to 30 seconds, then resets itself. Alarm sensitivity is adjusted with a screwdriver and the product features a flashlight.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">When homeowners are away, the auto dialer security and safety alarm keeps watch. This <b><a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/">self defense product</a></b> is a passive infrared motion monitoring system. If movement in the area is detected, a 105 decibel security alarm emits and the auto dialer calls up to five preset telephone numbers selected by the user. Chime mode is suitable for a store, with a chime emitting when motion is detected. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Door braces, alarms that detect glass breakages, and a door stop alarm are other popular<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"> </b>self defense products for home protection. In addition, individuals can find personal defense products like <b><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/catalog/stun-guns-c-240_82.html">stun guns</a></b> and self defense sprays, like <b><a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/">pepper spray</a></b>. These items can be kept by the bedside for easy access during an intruder situation. </p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-35799685152965806612011-03-30T09:00:00.000-04:002011-04-06T09:38:31.320-04:00Dummy Camera Self Defense Products<p class="MsoNormal">Businesses and families on a budget often forgo using <a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/"><b>self defense products</b></a> because they assume these are unaffordable. In reality, some of the best self defense items like <b><a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/">pepper spray</a></b> and even<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"> <a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/catalog/taserreg-devices-c-240_93.html">tasers</a></b> are very inexpensive. One of the latest products to hit the market is a dummy camera that sells for approximately $20 and is extremely effective.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Self defense weapons will not be needed if the home or business can deter intruders from entering. An imitation security camera is designed using the same parts present in its real counterpart. A flashing red light indicates that an individual is being observed and helps to deter criminals. The light is even motion-activated, adding to the realism. It turns on when a person comes within a nine-foot range.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Making things even more realistic is the rotational feature of the camera. The unit moves back and forth, simulating the movement of an authentic surveillance camera. This camera is mounted on a wall using an included bracket and can be used outdoors or indoors. Three AA batteries are required for operation of the light and movement, making operation costs much lower than a real security camera.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">We all know the saying that the best defense is a good offense. Dummy cameras are self defense products that take an aggressive stand when it comes to security. They are inexpensive enough to fit the budget and provide a measure of security to a residence or commercial building. By placing several throughout the area, intruders will be deterred. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/">Self defense products</a></b> like a dummy camera feature a low price tag and provide a great feeling of comfort to the user. Would-be burglars or other criminals will have no idea that the product is not actually recording their movements. They will see the flashing light and camera movement and stay far away from the home or business. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-76885883677263584522011-01-31T13:27:00.004-05:002011-01-31T13:34:37.671-05:00With Jogger Pepper Spray, Be Protected While Running Or Walking<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="156"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--> <p class="MsoNormal">Pepper sprays are just one of the many effective <a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/"><b style="">self defense products</b></a> on the market. It comes in various forms, including a pen, key-chain, and lipstick model, each of which is compact and convenient to use. Individuals desiring protection when they walk or run should consider purchasing jogger pepper spray. They will literally have self defense in the palms of their hands.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The jogger pepper spray product is designed with the outdoor athlete in mind. It features a Velcro strap that can be wrapped around the hand. Runners and walkers do not need to wear clothing with pockets because they can hold on to this device while they are out for a jog or stroll. No longer will they need to limit their outdoor jaunts to daylight hours or the safest neighborhoods in town. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Of course, it is always wise to be cautious whenever one is outside the home. 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This will give the victim time to escape to safety and contact the authorities regarding the situation.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/"><b style="">Self defense products</b></a> like jogger pepper spray enable people to go through their normal routines without fear. Runners and walkers can hold this unit in their hands during outdoor exercise. At all times, they will be prepared to fend off an attacker with the debilitating spray, fleeing to safety and notifying police. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span style="color: red;"> </span></b></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-1747644245792210372010-12-01T09:00:00.001-05:002010-12-01T09:00:03.265-05:00Self Defense Products Are Life-Savers For Many People<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal">Personal and home protection are very important no matter how safe the individual may feel. <a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/">Self defense products</a> can be a lifesaver for a person in any dangerous situation. Just because individuals have managed to stay safe until now does not mean that danger will not find them in the future. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal">Self defense products such as <a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/talon.htm">stun guns</a> and <a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/taserc2.htm">tasers</a> are useful against an attacker when the victim is in a parking lot. Not all parking lots have proper lighting and even those that do may allow an assailant to hide under the victim’s car. Individuals who find themselves in a confrontation with an attacker can use these products to temporarily incapacitate the person.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal">Home protection allows the individual to feel secure even within the confines of the residence. One product recommended for this purpose is a door brace that will keep intruders out. This item works on both sliding and hinged doors and extends to fit doors of almost any size. Many braces collapse so they can be packed in a suitcase and used during a hotel stay. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal">A wireless home security system is an inexpensive alternative to the commercially monitored version. When motion is detected or a door or window is opened, an alarm sounds and the system automatically dials as many as five pre-set telephone numbers. Call recipients can broadcast their own voices through the unit, listen in on what is going on, or disarm the system.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-weight: normal"><a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/">Pepper spray</a> is one of the self defense products that can be used either at home or on the go. It comes in the form of a pen or in a holster that can be attached to a keychain. There is even a ring that emits the burning liquid into the eyes of an unknowing intruder. 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The C2 Taser for sale today is rapidly gaining popularity in the world of self defense.<span style=""> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Tasers, or electron control devices are widely thought of as a safer option when compare to a conventional firearm. A Taser works by using compressed nitrogen to shoot two electronic probes at a speed up to 180 feet per second and a distance up to 15 feet. The probes make contact with either body or clothing, and will stay attached to the device through insulated wire. A low-amperage high-voltage electrical current is then sent through the wire and probes and into the body. This will result in an instantaneous loss of neuromuscular control. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The <a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/catalog/taserreg-devices-c-240_93.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">C2 Taser</span></a> for sale today was created with the belief that great things come in small packages. Lightweight and just 6 inches long, the Taser C2 are designed to meet any lifestyle, and all personal safety needs. Using the same technology as the proven law enforcement models, it offers amazing take down power and unparalleled protection. The instructional DVD that comes with the C2 Taser for sale today will make a person prepared and confident in their ability to protect themselves. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Taser C2 is the only device that can consistently and immediately incapacitate an aggressive, dangerous person. 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This is the time they have officially left the comfort and the familiar surroundings of their homes. Students should carry pepper spray with them when they are traveling on or around campus to protect themselves from muggings and other forms of personal attacks. Pepper spray is one of the best self defense products for students because it is legal, non-lethal, concealable, and above all effective.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The most popular self defense products for students are <a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/">pepper spray</a> and rape whistles. They are often given out by colleges during orientation week, especially in areas of high crime like big cities. This is in an effort to drive home the point to the students that personal protection is important and sometimes necessary. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/catalog/stun-guns-c-240_82.html"><b style="">Stun guns</b></a> are another effective form of personal protection, but they are not as suitable for students. There is rarely an instance on campus when a stun gun is needed for an attack that cannot be handled by pepper spray. These are instruments that cause more damage to an attacker and they are generally more dangerous self defense products for students.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Students often travel alone throughout campus when they are changing classes or walking to the library to study. Often, they are walking around late at night to and from study sessions or back to their dorm room from social gatherings. Whenever a young person travels by themselves in the dark, they should consider carrying <a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/">self defense products</a><b style=""> </b>for students.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""> </b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">When children leave the safety bubble of their parents homes they are often unaware of the threat of crime that exists in everyday life. In order to protect themselves, they should carry self defense products for students. 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These products include pepper spray, security sensors, and door braces.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Pepper spray is one of the best self defense products against personal attacks. It is easy to conceal and usually comes in a small can. It is a non-lethal yet effective way to stop a perpetrator in their tracks. Very fine grains of formula made from chilis cause a physical reaction that is debilitating to the attacker. This variation of self defense products makes them automatically close their eyes and makes it difficult for them to breathe. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Home invasion protection devices<span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span>are used to defend people and their valuables against an intruder. People are hungrier than ever for affordable home security solutions. There are a few inexpensive answers to the home invasion problem. 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This allows the individual to disable the attacker by directly applying the stun gun into his or her skin.Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-41646111503495825282010-04-17T01:45:00.002-04:002010-04-17T01:48:23.030-04:00What Type of Self Defense Should You Learn?<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; ">If there's one thing people in the self defense and martial arts communities like to do, it's argue! Go into five schools and you might get five different reasons why the school you're in is the best choice, and all the other ones are lousy. But if you're not there to learn to be Bruce Lee or win the UFC, what should you look for in a self defense program, including the ones offered in out <span style="color:#000080;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/fightingvideos.htm"><b>instructional fighting videos</b></a></u></span></span>? Think of five criteria:</p><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; "><b>The Techniques are Easy to Remember</b></p><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; ">Effective self defense requires split second actions under stress. Under the influence of adrenalin you'll experience tunnel vision, nausea, numbness and gross motor deficits. You won't be in any shape to remember a 20-step move to protect yourself from a specific attack. Good programs teach simple techniques that can be used in many different situations instead, and drill them until they become second nature.</p><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; "><b>The Techniques Don't Require Athletic Ability</b></p><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; "><span style="font-weight: normal; ">No self defense technique should require you to kick somebody in the head . . . unless the guy is already on his knees. You won't have a chance to warm up when you're attacked. That's why every technique should work properly in your body's natural range of motion. They should also work even if you </span><i><span style="font-weight: normal; ">don't</span></i><span style="font-style: normal; "><span style="font-weight: normal; "> do them 100% perfectly, so if they tell you to kick a weapon out of a guy's hand, turn around and leave!</span></span></p><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; "><b>The School Addresses Weapons and Self Defense Products</b></p><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; "><span style="font-weight: normal; ">Combat sports are great . . . but they're not total self defense. On the street, someone might attack with a gun, knife or club, or you might be prepared with </span><span style="color:#000080;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/"><b>self defense products</b></a></u></span></span><span style="font-weight: normal; "> such as pepper spray or a</span><b> </b><span style="color:#000080;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/taserc2.htm"><b>C2 Taser gun</b></a></u></span></span><span style="font-weight: normal; ">. The school should be able to teach you to defend against weapons and use self-defense products along with other physical techniques.</span></p><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; "><b>The School Addresses Standing Up and Grappling on the Ground</b></p><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; ">The UFC and mixed martial arts (MMA) may not be what the average person is looking for when it comes to self-defense but it does pass along a powerful lesson: You need to know how to deal with grabs, holds and chokes, both standing up and on the ground. A self-defense program should address the basics of how to fall, deal with being taken down, and escaping grabs.</p><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; "><b>You Learn to Deal With Stress, Force and Resistance</b></p><p lang="en-US" class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); widows: 0; orphans: 0; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; ">A self-defense program is only effective when you can apply what you learn in a stressful situation against someone trying to keep you from defending yourself! You don't necessarily need to get into MMA fights, but you should have an opportunity to hit full force and practice on a resisting partner. Some good schools have an instructor “suit up” in body armor and provide resistance while you respond with full power attacks. 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From there you might want to get into combat sports or fancy martial arts, but you'll start with effective self defense.</p></span>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-41029575749136486272010-03-16T03:05:00.000-04:002010-03-16T03:14:28.524-04:00Self Defense Products and Your Surroundings<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Some self defense experts call it “yellow alert:” the state of being constantly aware of your surroundings and ready to use them for self defense. This might be a bit worrying for the average person though, so I like to think of it as “full experience.” What does that mean, and why do you need it to protect yourself after you <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/pepperspray.htm">buy pepper spray</a></b> or purchase another <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">self defense product</a></b>?<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Think of all the times you’ve walked around deep in thought, your mind on bills, relationships – everything but actually walking, where you are and what’s around you beyond the space you need for your next step. When you walk around “looking inward” you’re sharing something in common with many victims of muggings and other street attacks. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style:normal">They didn’t look around either</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Street criminals look for these signs of inattention. While you might visualize street violence as a face to face confrontation that’s the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style:normal">last</i> thing an attacker wants. Leaving aside the kind of stupid fisticuffs you might get into at a bar over a point of pride (helping you with those isn’t really our focus as a company) your attacker isn’t doing what he’s doing for the sake of a fight. He doesn’t want to fight. He wants to <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal">win</i> by using ambush tactics whenever possible.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Getting paranoid about this won’t help you. Instead of looking around, you’ll picture possible dangers, and this is just another way of “looking inward” instead of being aware of your surroundings. Instead, you need to actively take in your surroundings. Use the following guidelines:<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Four Senses: </span></b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA">Don’t just look. Listen, and try to identify what you hear. Notice the ground beneath your feed through touch to avoid unpleasant slips. Even a smell can be a hint that there might be trouble – booze, stale sweat and other scents belong to people you want to avoid. (We can’t think of how <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal">taste</i> will help – sorry!)<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">People: </span></b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA">You see people all the time, but do you really notice them? Why are they in a particular spot? What are they talking about? Are they watching you? What do they look like? Don’t stare, but don’t look at your feet (a sign of submission) either. You have a better chance of noticing potential troublemakers and identifying them for police.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Light and Shadow: </span></b><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Stick to brightly lit spaces and notice dark spaces, particularly if people can get into them easily.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Places to Go: </span></b><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Don’t narrow your idea of where people can move to streets. Look at trails, short retaining walls and alleys. You should be aware of them in case you need to use them to escape and as a way to detect ambush spots. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Even though you’ll apply these steps with a self defense orientation, don’t fixate on it. Develop an eye for detail ad a genuine appreciation for your surroundings and you’ll know when to walk, when to run and when to use a stun gun or other self defense tool to effectively protect yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-63734493764382493012010-02-05T02:26:00.000-05:002010-02-05T02:26:00.463-05:00After You Buy Pepper Spray, What Comes Next?<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">You’ve taken a serious look at your community and priorities and have decided to <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">buy pepper spray</a></b>. What should you do next? The answer spells the difference between using pepper spray as a prop to build your self confidence and being able to apply it as am effective self defense tool. Don’t just drop it in your pocket and purse; think about how to use it effectively, practice and develop the attitude to prevail.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span lang="EN-US">Where is Your Pepper Spray?</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Even if you buy pepper spray, it won’t do you much good unless you can deploy it in an emergency. Fortunately, many types of pepper spray come with holsters or are designed to be attached to your keychain. If your pepper spray doesn’t come with these conveniences you’ll have to rig a solution of your own. You might use a snug pocket in your handbag or use your pants’ change pocket, where it’s easy to get the top of the pepper spray.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span lang="EN-US">Practice</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Now that you have picked a location to draw your pepper spray from it’s time to actually practice drawing the pepper spray. Remember that pepper spray comes with a safety to prevent an accidental discharge, so you’ll have to practice switching it off. We recommend that you get multiple refills so that you can practice at least once. If you do, loose the pepper spray outdoors, with the wind blowing in the direction you want to spray, on a target you will place in plastic bags and discard before cleaning the area, wearing gloves. Discard the gloves afterward and wash yourself thoroughly, taking care to keep your hands away from your eyes, nose and mouth. Keep the target area away from heat, and keep humans and animals away.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">If you don’t want to go through all of these safety steps, perform everything except discharging the pepper spray. Move your hand as if you’re spray paining a tight circle on the target. In any case, many of the rules of firearms safety apply to pepper spray. Never point it at anything you don’t intend to spray! Pepper spray is agonizing, and can provoke serious reactions in some targets.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span lang="EN-US">Think of Scenarios</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">You’ve bought, placed and practiced with pepper spray. Now it’s time to think about the situations where you might use it. One of the most important things to consider is how to use pepper spray to stop a successful attack in progress. Many assaults take place by surprise, so expect to be hit, pushed or even knocked down before you get a chance to get your spray out. It’s <i style="mso-bidi-font-style:normal">vitally important</i> that you imagine overcoming the shock of an assault and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal">still</i> do everything you can to survive and escape. Beyond that, imagine situations where you’d use pepper spray to protect yourself and the people you care about, check the laws in your area, and commit to using it as a self defense tool when it’s legal and you think it’s the right thing to do.</span></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-2647554243301130472010-01-29T02:21:00.003-05:002010-01-29T02:26:34.877-05:00Fitness for Self Defense<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Whether you <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><a href="http://selfdefenseatl.com/">buy<span style="font-weight:normal"> </span>pepper spray</a></b> or just rely on your own body to survive a dangerous situation, a healthy, fit physique will help you survive and escape. It’s easy to get discouraged by the challenges of a fitness program, but you can prevail with self-discipline and a realistic look at your personality, lifestyle and goals.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">If you’ve been burned by unsuccessful attempts to get fit in the past your first question might be, “If I <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/talon.htm">buy stun guns</a></b> or other self-defense products, doesn’t that take the place of the muscles I’d need to punch, kick and wrestle with an attacker?” No! A self defense product enhances your physical and mental attributes and can be an “equalizer” when you’re faces with a strong, aggressive attacker, but it doesn’t take the place of your personal attributes. The situation may call for direct body to body contact before you can apply something like a <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/taserc2.htm">C2 Taser</a></b> effectively.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Nevertheless, it’s easy to develop unrealistic expectations when it comes to physical fitness. Some of these come from martial arts myths, and others have to do with seeing ripped, powerful mixed martial arts fighters in the media. The worst thing you can do is try a fitness program for a month and give up because you don’t look like a UFC fighter, or you can’t do some fancy jumping kick. Your goal isn’t to be like some guy in the movies, or a professional fighter. It’s to simply <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal">improve your physical attributes so that you get a bit more fit every day</i>, and to <i style="mso-bidi-font-style:normal">get used to physical discomfort and develop the mentality to prevail. </i>Any improvement is good, and the healthy discomfort of a proper fitness program helps you develop mental toughness that applies in self-defense situations.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Let’s finish off with five tips for fitness and self-defense:</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span lang="EN-US">See a Doctor</span></b><span lang="EN-US"> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Before Starting an Exercise Program:</b> Check with your physician before starting a new fitness regimen. Your specific medical condition influences how you should exercise.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span lang="EN-US">Use Something You’ll Stick With as Your Fitness Backbone:</span></b><span lang="EN-US"> Zero in on a physical activity you enjoy doing and can do regularly. For example, I love hiking and it’s a rare week where I don’t get out for a long walk. Even if other fitness programs don’t work out for you, your “backbone” is always there.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span lang="EN-US">Don’t Believe That Strength Doesn’t Matter:</span></b><span lang="EN-US"> One of the worst martial arts myths is that strength doesn’t matter if you know good self defense techniques. Whether you learn from a self defense instructor or <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">buy a stun gun</b>, self defense preparations make the </span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style:normal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">most efficient, effective use of your strength</span></i><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA"> – they don’t make strength irrelevant.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span lang="EN-US">Concentrate on the Three Big Fitness Attributes:</span></b><span lang="EN-US"> That’s physical strength, cardiovascular health and joint health. You need all three for best quality of life. Self defense encounters are usually brief and intense, so explosive, short term physical strength is probably the most important attribute, followed by enough cardio to breathe properly in an emergency and run away. Healthy, flexible joints prevent injury and keep you mobile.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA">Listen to Your Body:</span></b><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-CA"> If you feel sharp pain or any “funny” feeling, ease off what you’re doing and talk to your doctor to avoid injury.<o:p></o:p></span></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-10159687412673393742009-12-01T16:51:00.001-05:002009-12-01T16:54:18.876-05:00Get to Know a C2 TaserThe <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/taserc2.htm">C2 Taser</a></b> represents a step forward in personal protection technology. Tasers are well known law enforcement tools and some civilians have purchased police models for personal defense, but the C2 is the first model that is specifically designed as a civilian <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">self defense product</a></b>. <p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">The C2 is useful because it adjusts well-known Taser capabilities for civilian use and adds additional features to make it an ideal piece of personal protection gear. Let’s break these down:</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">Probe Mode: </span></b><span lang="EN-US">Like other Tasers, a C2 will shoot a probe that, when it strikes its target, delivers an incapacitating charge. C2 Tasers maintain the shock for a longer period that police models because their intent is to allow the user to flee while the attacker is incapacitated. Once used in this mode, the C2 releases paper strips containing the Taser’s serial number so that police can easily trace the weapon and understand the chain of events.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">Drive Stun: </span></b><span lang="EN-US">C2 Tasers also feature a Drive Stun mode for close range use. In Drive Stun, the Taser doesn’t incapacitate but it does dissuade attackers by inflicting pain and shock on par with many other stun gun models. Keep in mind that the Taser is larger than many of these, so if you’d like an easier to carry solution it’s a better idea to <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/talon.htm">buy stun guns</a></b> that are smaller – but remember that you need the Taser for ranged personal defense.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">Ergonomic Form Factor: </span></b><span lang="EN-US">Police Tasers are modeled on firearms because police have extensive training in their use, making it easy to transfer the same accuracy and reflexive response to a less lethal alternative. The civilian model doesn’t require this kind of experience, and is modeled on the basic form of a number of household objects – remote controls, hand vacuums and other objects people handle every day – to make it easy to use. The ergonomic handle also allows for use by people with a variety of hand sizes. Furthermore, as the C2 Taser is designed to be dropped so allow escape, the handle design supports this without requiring further disengagement from a handle or guard.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">Free Replacement:</span></b><span lang="EN-US"> If you ever lose a C2 Taser in the course of using it to protect yourself, Taser International will replace the weapon for free as long as you submit a copy of the applicable police report. This policy supports the strategy behind the C2 Taser’s use: Activate it, abandon it, escape and report!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">These features are designed to ensure that you’ll have no hesitation about using your C2 Taser in situations for which it’s intended. Used as intended, it can not only be very effective, but work hand in hand with law enforcement efforts. <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/taserc2.htm">Visit us</a></b> to find out more or purchase your own.</span></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-76250908221775168352009-11-06T14:38:00.001-05:002009-11-06T14:39:59.936-05:00Five Tips for Self Defense on the RoadAs Thanksgiving, Christmas and other seasonal holidays approach, many of you will be on the road to visit your family. Unfortunately, carjacking has become a real crime problem and there are always some dangers in less familiar places – even places you think you know, but don’t live in any more.<span style=""> </span>Here are five suggestions that can help keep you and your family safe on a journey.<p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">Don’t Stop in Isolated Places:</b> Few places in the continental US are so distant from a mall, grocery store or other well-lit, populated location that you can’t go to these instead of stopping at the side of the road. Whenever possible, push on instead of stopping at a place you might not trust. This includes isolated urban areas such as nearly-deserted parking lots. Carjacking attempts often take place when you’re entering or leaving a vehicle some distance from help. In many cases, back country roads are not nearly as isolated as you think. Watch for signs warning you not to stop due to a prison being in close proximity.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">Don’t Pick Up Hitchhikers: </b>This is one of those common sense rules that many people still break. Some hitchhikers really are penniless free spirits, but many have their thumbs out because they have significant problems that keep them from owning a car, such as a criminal record that prevents them from getting a loan or drug problems that siphon their money. In some cases, hitchhiking is a tactic used in a carjacking, robbery or other assault.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><o:p> </o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">Drive Awake and Alert: </b>Be realistic about your ability to drive for long distances while fully awake. Don’t rely on coffee or energy drinks to get you through it; you need to be well rested. This doesn’t just help you drive safely, but keeps your judgment from being impaired in the face of a potential assault. Criminals look for fatigue and other impairments when the choose victims. If you <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/pepperspray.htm">buy pepper spray</a></b> or a <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/taserc2.htm">C2 Taser</a></b> you’ll have more success actually using it when you’re alert and energetic.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><o:p> </o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">Keep a Working Emergency Kit: </b>Don’t just rely on your cell phone.<b style=""> </b>Include blankets, warm clothes, blinkers, a flashlight, a first aid kit, food and water, along with a sign that says CALL POLICE to mount on your rear window if your car dies. The sign removes excuses for troublemakers to stop. In a violent confrontation, many of these items will be useful for you after the assault to administer first aid and other assistance. We have a useful <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/emergencytool.htm">4 in 1 emergency tool</a></b> that makes a great addition to your kit.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><o:p> </o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">Plan Your Route Ahead of Time:</b> <b style=""><span style=""> </span></b>In this age of cheap GPS devices it’s easy to just set out in a general direction and rely on your system to provide directions, but the reality is that not all GPS maps are accurate or complete, and they don’t always find you the safest route. If you’re trapped in a maze of one way streets the system may not let you get lost, but you’ll <i style="">look</i> lost ambling around and trying to reconcile landmarks with your map. This apparent disorientation makes you more vulnerable both because your attention is occupied and because attackers look for this kind of disorientation.</p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-54559591893480582642009-10-14T13:36:00.000-04:002009-10-14T13:38:41.768-04:00Self Defense Products and Tips for College Students<p class="MsoNormal">For many freshmen, college is their first taste of independence, where they’re living on their own, some distance from home and with significant new responsibilities. It can be more than intimidating – it can be dangerous. Let’s talk about the self-defense issues around college life and some of the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">self defense products</a></b> and tips students can use to make their lives safer. Remember to check the laws in your area and your college’s policies.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Drinking and Fighting: </b>Alcohol is far and away the most common source of violence on campus, leading to fights in and around bars between students, and students and locals. In many cases this resembles good old fashioned schoolyard bullying and the best thing to do is to resist being provoked. Travel in a group so that you’re less likely to be attacked on the way home and don’t let your friends provoke fights. You don’t have anything to prove, and it just takes a slip on concrete or a weapon to turn posturing into something life-threatening.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">If you’d like extra protection, consider <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/pepperspray.htm">buying pepper spray</a></b>. It’s easy to carry and can be used against a number of attackers at once, giving you a chance to escape. Just remember that no self defense product can compensate for poor judgment. If you escalate with insults and threats in kind, using any self defense product may look like assault.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Sexual Assault: </b>Unfortunately, sexual assault is a persistent threat on college campuses despite improvements in policy, awareness and activism. Traveling in groups is always smart, but be aware that most perpetrators are known to their victims – they’re partners and acquaintances. Keep a close watch over your drinks – never leave them unattended – because you must account for the danger of <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Date_rape_drug">date rape drugs</a></b> – and limit your alcohol consumption. Women have a lower physiological tolerance for alcohol, so they may become unexpectedly and rapidly intoxicated when drinking in a mixed group. Finally, make sure there is always someone to “check in” with, who expects to see you by a certain time unless you specifically call in. (This is actually a great tip for general safety, not just the threat of rape.)<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Do yourself a favor and take a self-defense course where they cover the specific issues around sexual assault, including use of force on people known to you. For self-defense purposes, a <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/cellphonestungun.htm">stun gun</a></b> can be useful, particularly if you keep it on your person – not just in your purse, which might be some distance away if you find yourself in your dorm or apartment.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Theft: </b>Students often underestimate the danger of on-campus theft. Colleges are heavily trafficked, poorly secured and contain the residences of largely upper and middle-class students, making them ideal for professional thieves. It’s also a sad fact that addiction, alcoholism and mental health issues often strike during college years, leading to students stealing to either <st1:personname st="on">support</st1:personname> a drug habit or due to impaired impulse control. Personal danger comes into play when you interrupt a burglary in progress or have been targeted for mugging. </p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-42458526492384537562009-10-07T10:08:00.000-04:002009-10-07T10:09:21.691-04:00Integrating Self Defense with Your Quality of LifeOnce you start to seriously consider owning a <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">self defense product</a></b> or otherwise preparing yourself for self protection it’s easy to get caught by fear. It’s a dangerous world out there, especially in economic times that have left so many people desperate. But the worst thing you can do is be paranoid. I run <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">Self Defense ATL</a></b> a little differently from other self defense product retailers because I believe self defense should be about improving an average person’s quality of life. According to that philosophy preparedness should help you feel happier, not more fearful. Let’s look at two common pitfalls in self defense attitudes and how you can turn them around into positive opportunities.<o:p></o:p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Alertness, Not Fear<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Awareness of your surroundings and the people near you is a key part of successful self-defense, but many people explore alertness as a kind of constant, low-level fear. That’s not good for your mental health. In fact, getting caught up in asking yourself whether someone you see is a potential mugger or other threat can actually blind you, because you get absorbed in that one person.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Approach alertness with a positive attitude: one where you want to experience more of what surrounds you. When I go hiking I like to look at each sight as it comes, appreciate it and move on, stopping only for something that sets off my interest. You can take the same attitude toward being aware of your surroundings in everyday life. Focus on things which set off alarm bells and don’t look quite right when you see them, but for the most part, just note the things and people around you and move on.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Preparedness, Not Tension<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA">You might respond with this: “I can be aware of my surroundings without being paranoid, but why would you carry a TASER or stun gun without feeling that way?”<span style=""> </span>That’s a good question. The answer? Preparedness is about prudence, not being tensely afraid that something bad will happen to you. You already exercise prudence in your daily life, in a thousand different ways that don’t make you frightened of anything. You lock your car and home; look both ways before crossing the street and keep a flashlight on your keychain in case you have to look for anything in the dark. You carry an umbrella if it looks like it’s going to rain.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Treat your <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/taserc2.htm">C2 TASER</a></b>, <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/cellphonestungun.htm">cell phone stun gun</a></b> or other self defense product like that umbrella, flashlight or car key: just another precaution you take to reduce your worries, not increase them. Carrying a stun gun may make you feel self-conscious and tense at first. This is only natural, because carrying a TASER, <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/pepperspray.htm">pepper spray</a></b> or stun gun requires a certain amount of maturity. The secret is to become familiar with your self defense products. Read manuals thoroughly. Practice with them. Learn techniques that help you use them effectively. Once handling them becomes routine, they’ll become normal parts of your daily gear, ready when you need them, but never a burden.<o:p></o:p></span></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-59174294249970072432009-09-04T10:19:00.001-04:002009-09-04T10:22:01.701-04:00Learn About TASERs on YoutubeWe’ve been steadily adding new content to our <b style=""><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/selfdefenseatl">Self Defense Products Youtube Accoun</a>t</b>. Right now our primary focus is on the <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">TASERs and Stun Guns</a></b> we sell through our site. Our CEO David Brackman regularly attends gun shows to tell people about how TASERs work, how to use them, the law, and TASER International’s consumer policies. <p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">We’ve combined several of Dave’s segments into a <b style=""><a href="http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=815E76DC4C0E1E6A">TASER Guide</a></b> playlist. All of this material is culled from conversations Dave has with ordinary, interested Americans. That’s our core clientele. Dave does talk to security professionals and other people with a career-driven, above average interest in self-protection, but at <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">Self Defense ATL</a></b> we work hard to cater to regular folks.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">We’re not alone, either. That’s why <b style=""><a href="http://www.taser.com/pages/default.aspx">TASER International</a></b> created the <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/taserc2.htm">C2 TASER</a></b> to cater to this growing niche. More and more Americans want less-lethal options for self defense. This need bridges the gap between popular opinions on self-protection and is common to both those who don’t feel comfortable owning a firearm and people who enthusiastically exercise their Second Amendment rights. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Dave’s talks on the C2 emphasize the features that are specifically designed for civilian use – the product isn’t just about style. For example, the unit releases paper with its serial number to ensure easy tracking by police and even uses a different electrical cycle designed to help users escape instead of closing and arresting in the way a police TASER <st1:personname st="on">support</st1:personname>s.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Dave’s ability to communicate with people from all walks of life is what we think separates him from other presenters and salespeople, particularly online. So <b style=""><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/selfdefenseatl">come visit!</a></b></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-33709846096096146292009-07-08T07:42:00.003-04:002009-07-08T07:45:04.403-04:00Do Stun Guns Work? Watch and LearnI regularly appear at trade shows to demonstrate how <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/c2taser.htm">Tasers and stun guns</a></b> work. Back in March a nice young man allowed himself to get a “taste” of what a <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/talon.htm">small civilian model stun gun does</a></b>. See for yourself via <b style=""><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/selfdefenseatl">our Youtube channel</a></b>.<p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span style="color:red;"><br /></span></b><o:p><br /></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/l2_LT7vYDhc&hl=en&fs=1&"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/l2_LT7vYDhc&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span style="color:red;"></span></b><o:p></o:p>That was just a little jolt to the hand but it was enough to get a healthy looking guy to double over. Aside from proving that stun guns are effective, this video includes a couple of insights about how they work, and how to best apply them.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">First of all, notice how I pressed into his hand? You want to do the same whenever you’re called on to defend yourself. A stun gun is an amazing <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">self defense product</a> </b>but it isn’t a ray gun. You want the electrical discharge to penetrate as deeply as possible, through skin and clothing. Thick clothing may impede the discharge but it won’t necessarily stop it. Nevertheless, press hard and aim for exposed areas.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Second, I went for this gentleman’s hand because the extremities are the least serious body parts to target – but the stun gun still works pretty well. In a self-defense situation you might aim for the neck, upper leg or the spot where the hip meets the torso, but if you’re being grabbed you can attack the arms and work your way in to the torso until you’re free to escape. This makes stun guns excellent for smaller individuals who have been grabbed, since an effective shock to the arm can persuade an attacker to let go.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">If you want to <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/pretender-cellphone-stun-gun.htm">buy stun guns</a></b> and have any questions, <b style=""><a href="mailto:questions@selfdefenseatl.com">contact us</a></b>. We’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have.</p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-53414834689114433842009-06-17T16:10:00.000-04:002009-06-17T16:10:00.891-04:00Case Study: Woman Uses Her Stun Gun to Protect Atlanta Area OfficerIn January, Tanisha Cross of <st1:place st="on"><st1:city st="on">Lithona</st1:city>, <st1:state st="on">GA</st1:state></st1:place> did a <b style=""><a href="http://www.wsbtv.com/news/18560631/detail.html">very brave thing</a></b> (link to news story): She used her <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/talon.htm">stun gun</a></b> (what the media have called a “taser gun,” though it was a different model, not a <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/c2taser.htm">C2 Taser Gun</a></b>) to help a police officer subdue an attacker. I want to highlight this incident because it represents the very best practices when it comes to using <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">self defense products</a></b> and highlights the specific advantages you have when you <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/c2taser.htm">buy a Taser gun</a></b> instead of a more lethal alternative.<p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Ms. Cross was on her way to Wal-Mart with her mother when she noticed a man attacking a <st1:place st="on"><st1:placename st="on">DeKalb</st1:placename> <st1:placetype st="on">County</st1:placetype></st1:place> police officer. The assailant had already stolen the officer’s radio and rubbed pepper spray in his eyes. She grabbed her stun gun, used it against the attacker, and protected the officer until he regained is composure. Eventually, the officer and a nearby security guard were able to effectively fight back.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">That’s the story. Now read it at the link, and let’s look at what Tanisha Cross did right:</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">She asked to intervene:</span></b><span lang="EN-US"> She got the officer’s okay before jumping in. This is important. Situations with police can escalate into life and death struggles, and the officer doesn’t necessarily know who you are. Furthermore, his duty to protect you may outweigh any benefit you can provide. Ms. Cross asked to help, making it absolutely clear whose side she was on, and ensuring that the officer really needed help.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">Multiple strikes:</span></b><span lang="EN-US"> Tanisha Cross didn’t treat the stun gun like a “magic wand.” She struck the attacker’s limbs multiple times to keep him from closing in, hitting or grappling with either herself or the officer. This highlights one of the main assets of a stun gun: its ability to prevent a stronger person from taking hold of you.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">Weapon retention:</span></b><span lang="EN-US"> Weapon retention was a major element in this altercation. At the time of the attack, the officer was trying to keep the perpetrator from grabbing his gun after losing his radio and in all likelihood (reports aren’t clear) having his own pepper spray used against him. Ms. Cross attacked the limbs, keeping the attacker from grappling for the stun gun while protecting the officer’s firearm: the most dangerous element in the conflict. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">If you carry any sort of weapon you must always think of the consequences if somebody <i style="">else </i>gets it. Police need to carry firearms and you might choose to do so yourself, but having the option of a worst case scenario where someone shocks you with your own weapon instead of <i style="">shooting</i> you is a welcome option when you exercise your rights.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">In short, we salute Tanisha Cross for her bravery, but more than that, we congratulate her form being <i style="">smart</i>. Applied intelligence is the most important self defense tool in anyone’s arsenal.</span></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-54764320431351026142009-06-10T16:00:00.000-04:002009-06-10T16:02:04.600-04:00Four Self Defense Products No Hiker Should Be WithoutI love hiking. It’s one of my main hobbies and what I use to keep active. Hiking is pretty safe as long as you’re prepared. That means taking adequate food and water, bringing your cell phone if there’s coverage, planning your route (and taking a compass to navigate if it’s rough terrain) and most important, letting other people know where you’re going. Make sure you always have a “trip buddy” in town who knows where you are and when to expect you back, who can make emergency calls if you don’t return.<p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Beyond that, it’s a sad fact that you should think of self defense as well. Crime isn’t just an urban phenomenon. Drug dealers pick up shipments in nature areas; addicts go there to use drugs out of sight. Beyond that, there are also human predators that look for unprepared hikers. And leaving aside human threats, don’t underestimate wild animals. During strange weather, many shy predators will come closer to people than normal because their normal prey species have gone elsewhere. Other animals have grown overly accustomed to people. This commonly happens with bears. While wolves almost never target humans, feral dogs might.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Don’t get paranoid – these are only <i style="">possible</i> threats. Nevertheless, it’s better to be prepared. Here are four essential <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">self defense products</a></b> to help you protect yourself on a hike.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">Bear or Dog Pepper Spray:</span></b><span lang="EN-US"> Keep <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/bearspray.htm">bear pepper spray</a> </b>and <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/dogrepellent.htm">dog pepper spray</a></b> to repel members of these species when they get too close. Remember that when you encounter a strange animal, the best policy is to calmly leave the area without yelling or making sudden movements. Running may spark an animal’s predator instincts and besides, dangerous animals can run <i style="">faster</i> than you. And of course, humans don’t particularly like animal repellent either.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">Boots: </span></b><span lang="EN-US">We don’t sell boots, but a proper pair really is an essential self defense product. Many people hike in casual footwear. That’s a big mistake. If you get lost or have to run from a threatening individual, twisting your ankle can be enough to kill you, either through exposure or when an attacker catches up. Ignore style; get a pair that fit you and suit the terrain.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">Flashlight: </span></b><span lang="EN-US">A <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/safetylights.htm">safety light</a></b> (scroll down to see one that attaches to your cell phone) is not only important at night to avoid obstacles but in any situation where you might encounter variable lighting conditions, such as heavy foliage and overcast days. Any flashlight can serve as an impact weapon. The best ones for this are steel shot security models, but on a hike they may add extra weight. Pick one you can comfortably use in one hand and store without outing it in your pack – you don’t want to rummage through your gear in an emergency. Nowadays small LED models pack a punch</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span lang="EN-US">Knife: </span></b><span lang="EN-US">A <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/foldingknives.htm">self defense knife</a></b> can be used to protect yourself when you feel the need to employ potentially lethal force. Besides that, the merits of a knife on the woods are too numerous to mention. You can cut a walking stick or can to help you walk, chop firewood into manageable sizes, cut rope – the potential is only limited by your needs and creativity.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-80617738396545219092009-05-19T10:58:00.000-04:002009-05-19T10:58:00.683-04:00Five Self Defense Tips for DriversSelf defense is something you should not just imagine happening in a proverbial dark alley. Not all assaults are premeditated. It just takes a moment of desperation or anger to turn your daily routine into a dangerous situation. Cars are often silent witnesses to assaults as drivers enter and leave, or tempers get heated on the road. Here are five tips to help you effectively protect yourself in or near your car.<p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">1) Drive Safely:</b> This one seems like a real no-brainer, but a substantial number of assaults happen as the result of a fender bender, close call or other instance of dangerous driving. The other driver gets angry enough to attack or worse yet, is a criminal who has something to hide from the police. He doesn’t want to stick around – and he doesn’t want witnesses either. Drive safely, keep your distance from other vehicles and <i style="">never</i> drive to harass someone, no matter how angry you are – or how bad a driver the other guy is.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">2) Call the Police First:</b> If you get into any accident, call the police <i style="">before</i> you talk to the other driver and tell him you’ve done it. This takes any convoluted talk about keeping insurance out of it (a popular trick for fraudsters and the source of violent arguments) off the table right away. If the other guy has something to hide he might just get in his vehicle and take off. Fine – let him. Explain what happened as soon as the police arrive.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">3) Don’t Leave Your Car to Confront an Angry Driver: </b>If someone gets out of his car looking for a fight do <i style="">not</i> get out to try to calm them down <i style="">or</i> confront them. It’s not worth it. If you feel more threatened and your car works, drive away. Call the police, even if you’ve already called them before. In this case, the second call informs them of the angry driver and in the even of an accident, tells them that you’re not abandoning the scene.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">4) Keep Pepper Spray or Other Self Defense Products in Arm’s Reach:</b> If you own a <b style="">cell phone stun gun</b>, <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/pepperspray.htm">pepper spray</a></b> or a similar<a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/"> <b style="">self defense product</b></a> you should be able to use it from your driver’s seat at a second’s notice. Your weapon should be securely attached to your person so it won’t fall anywhere it isn’t supposed to, and should <i style="">not</i> be in your glove compartment, where you’ll waste time grabbing it. If you go this route, make sure you have all the paperwork required by law in your jurisdiction, are legally entitled to carry the weapon, and when the police arrive, inform them that you are <i style="">legally </i>armed and wish to follow their instructions.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">5) Never Let Anyone Force You Into a Car or Force You to Go Anywhere: </b>Carjackings and attempts to force you into a car are always extremely dangerous situations, and you should consider them life threatening events to resist with <i style="">any amount</i> of force. Crimes where the perpetrator takes the victim to another location generally rank among the most dangerous, so you should consider escape your top priority, and even be willing to take risks you wouldn’t consider in other self defense scenarios.</p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-25032315629604649542009-05-12T10:44:00.002-04:002009-05-12T10:57:56.561-04:00Three Tips to Use a Taser Gun SafelyOn Friday May 1<sup>st</sup>, <st1:place st="on"><st1:placename st="on">Cobb</st1:placename> <st1:placetype st="on">County</st1:placetype></st1:place> decided to arm its officers with Tasers, reopening a longstanding debate about how they fit into the police’s use of force continuum, and how good an idea they are – period. There are a broad range of opinions about them, ranging from strong, unconditional <st1:personname st="on">support</st1:personname> to serious concerns about their safety. Now you can <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/">buy Taser guns</a></b> from us so obviously, you know that we approve of them – but we <st1:personname st="on">support</st1:personname> <i style="">proper </i>Taser use. Here are three guiding principles to pay attention if you choose to purchase a <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/c2taser.htm">C2 Taser</a></b>.<p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">Appropriate Use:</b> Most controversies involving Tasers ultimately boil down to inappropriate use. In law enforcement this happens because of a combination of officer stress and poor training, explaining why there are so many differences between Taser statistics in different jurisdictions. For example in <st1:place st="on"><st1:city st="on">Phoenix</st1:city>, <st1:state st="on">AZ</st1:state></st1:place>, police shooting incidents declined by a third while Taser use increased between 2001 and 2003 – an indication that proper training helped these officers save lives. In <st1:city st="on"><st1:place st="on">Houston</st1:place></st1:city> however, the introduction of Tasers didn’t reduce shooting deaths at all. (Source: <b style=""><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taser#Users">Wikipedia</a></b>)</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">A Taser is one of the <i style="">best</i> nonlethal alternatives to injurious or deadly force out there – but it is an alternative to those situations, instead of something to use when you’re angry or frustrated. Just like a firearm, they’re dangerous based on what the <i style="">user</i> does. Tasers are serious self-defense tools to be employed in extreme situations – you’re not just “setting phasers on stun.” But in that role, they’re one of the very best options available.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><o:p> </o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">Avoid Multiple Shocks: </b>One characteristic of high profile Taser incidents is the use of multiple shocks over a brief period of time. A Taser is one of the safest self defense products for what it does . . . once. Evidence for Tasers contributing to serious injury and death is often controversial, but rest assured that these situations are also very, very rare and in many of them, the target was hit with multiple consecutive bursts.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Fortunately, the <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/c2taser.htm">C2 Taser</a> </b>and other civilian models are designed to take this into account by automatically limiting the operating cycle to a maximum of 30 seconds. (Law enforcement models provide unlimited consecutive 5 second bursts for as long as the operator pulls the trigger). The C2 is programmed so that you will use it properly <i style="">by default</i>, giving you a chance to escape. So in most cases, this concern is not even an issue for civilian users.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">One Solution Among Many: </b>Like any self defense product a Taser has an appropriate time and place – in this case, it should be used when you feel someone represents a <i style="">serious</i> threat to your well-being. Don’t buy one for the same reason you’d <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/pepperspray.htm">buy pepper spray</a></b>, for example. Pepper spray can be reasonably used when you want to deescalate a threat before it reaches its peak; Tasers fill the role of putting someone down when they need to go down <i style="">right now</i>. It won’t just scare them off, and you must be prepared for the responsibilities that come with all of a Taser’s possible consequences. Ultimately, it’s a powerful self defense asset when it’s used as part of a total strategy that includes personal awareness, health and a focus on avoidance and escape. A Taser will help you prevail in the most extreme situations.</p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3537019027994027683.post-31798436269955619112009-04-16T12:45:00.000-04:002009-04-16T12:45:00.959-04:00How to Use Pepper Spray: Five StepsIf you’re going <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/pepperspray.htm">buy pepper spray</a></b> you might hesitate with the simple question: “How do I use it?” Fortunately, pepper spray is extremely simple to use. Nevertheless, you should practice and visualize how to use pepper spray in an emergency. (Make sure that when you practice, it’s with a substitute object the same size as the canister to avoid accidents.)<o:p></o:p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Proper pepper spray techniques can be boiled down into five easy steps. All of the above also apply when you <b style=""><a href="http://www.selfdefenseatl.com/peppergard.htm">buy mace spray</a></b>, since “Mace” is actually a brand name – modern Mace <i style="">is </i>pepper spray.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Draw Easily:</span></b><span style="" lang="EN-CA"> Make sure you can quickly and easily draw the pepper spray from wherever you keep it, but that when you put it away, it’s in a secure spot where it isn’t likely to fall out by accident. You may have to try out several locations and practice a bit to ensure a quick, smooth draw. Many pepper spray brands come with a carrying case. Consider using it. If it has a snap release or other two step process to draw, practice doing this quickly, but if you feel threatened, release the snap ahead of time.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Safety Release: </span></b><span style="" lang="EN-CA">The other aspect to consider is the safety. Become familiar with any safety mechanism on the pepper spray. When you practice, mentally note when you would release the safety and practice the movement with a substitute. (We do not recommend that you actually release the safety in practice in case of an accident.) This should be a smooth motion and part of the drawing process.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Aim and Posture: </span></b><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Pepper spray is designed to cause facial irritation above all else, so that’s your target. However, you should <i style="">never</i> just hold it in front of you. Using the spray should be part of an overall self defense posture. Keep in mind that the attacker may be striking or grabbing at you while you draw the spray. To defend against being struck, grabbed or jostled, take a step back so that your knees are bent and your feet are more than shoulder width apart. Taking a step back creates distance, and reduces your profile, making it harder for the assailant to hit you. Keep <i style="">both</i> hands up, protecting your face and body. Do not push the hand holding the spray out so far that your ram is fully extended.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Center and Fan the Spray: </span></b><span style="" lang="EN-CA">One handy tip for properly aiming pepper spray is to look at the attacker’s face while bringing the spray in line with your eyes. Move them in one unit. When people feel threatened they often close their eyes, but <i style="">don’t do this! </i>It won’t protect you from any spray that comes your way and blinds you to any movement from your attacker. Once you release the spray, fan it back and forth to account for poor aim, the attacker’s movements and other factors.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="" lang="EN-CA"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b style=""><span style="" lang="EN-CA">Yell, Fight and Escape:</span></b><span style="" lang="EN-CA"> Yell. YELL! Yell throughout the <i style="">entire incident!</i> “Stop it!” is a good catch all. You should actually practice this, because in many cases, surprise over an assault may otherwise render you speechless. And once you’ve used the spray enough to create an opportunity, get away as fast as you can. Pepper spray takes some time to work, so you have to shove, hit and run fast in addition to using the spray. You should also be prepared for the risk of being hit by some of the spray, since it scatters and can be affected by wind.<o:p></o:p></span></p>Self Defense Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13252408467794437578noreply@blogger.com14