If your job requires you to carry, do yourself a favor…

[@NoNo_IStay]

"You crack a dude in the nose, things change." 100%

[@DxBlack]

Guy: "MY PLAN! 😫" Mike Tyson: "See? I told you!"

[@jerrodbates8480]

Yea, you lose your gun!

[@TheGDizzo]

"Re-assessment of life-choices... ACTIVATE!!!"

[@Aaron-cy6pu]

Gouch their eyes balls, works way better

[@bae313]

Mike Tyson said it best. "Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth."

[@lightfighter685]

I had a call at a courthouse. The elevator was out, so I ran the three flights up. My two partners stopped on the second floor out of breath. (Both overweight). I had to fight on my own with a few citizens helping out. Those jobs don’t require people to stay in shape. Sad but true.

[@spuddlingbob8724]

Police officers have to do yearly qualifications shooting, the same should apply to physical condition.. You're not only putting your own life on the line, and your fellow LEO... But also the very people you serve to protect by being a liability to everyone.

[@Cardbordboxonfire]

Standards need to be set. Bad guys are getting worse out there.

[@andrewk3218]

had something similar in a hospital many years ago, got the offender to the ground was struggling to cuff him behind and my partner was next to useless as he was not sure what i wanted to do.

[@dudedog7914]

Your two partners? What are you the Three Stooges LMAO?? It certainly fits the narrative of your bullshit story🤣

[@dudedog7914]

🐂 💩

[@parallel-logic3672]

I'm not military or police but work in a hospital and was overweight. Was working a shift in the ER and someone was brought in high and literally whipped our asses. Took 5 of us to restrain him. Since that moment I spent a lot more time taking care of myself and getting stronger. Not to fight but to better defend myself.

[@tammyforbes2101]

Sorry about that! Lol might have been me! I walked out of a ER and apparently your not aloud to do that when your headed to the rehab and 2 guards jumped me and I wigged out when one started choking me and I wore the first five out and we all eventually wore out and stopped! They almost took me to jail instead! 😂

[@marlondeanbellot.7945]

Oohrah.

[@FarmerFpv]

Just get a miniature Donkey, they are fierce!

[@Constitutionalist76]

@@tammyforbes2101 Stop it, I work hospital security and no woman whooped 1 officers ass, let alone 5. Cute that you woman think you have that type of strength though, even on drugs it aint happening.

[@John-mf6ky]

@@Constitutionalist76, calm down, rent a cop. Really doesn't surprise me, Over 40 percent of police, EMS, and security guards are overweight and out of shape. I deal with a lot of security at work, half these people would gas out after a few minutes of basic cardio lol.

[@MarcoPolo-zc6zo]

Lucky hombre. A green beret I knew said it’s best to aim to stay as light and muscular as possible. He was talking about that ranger, lineman, cowboy type build and endurance. He said that while it’s important to be fit enough to hop a wall with ease, you don’t want to be so big that your buddies can’t pick you up, drag or lift you over a wall. The guy was friggin immortal; he ran like lightning and could go for miles. Keep up the great work.

[@Decado1628]

I retired from law enforcement after 28 years on the job. I have trained martial arts since I was 16 and am currently 51. I trained BJJ during my law enforcement career and got my purple belt just before I retired. BJJ was the number one thing that helped me prepare both mentally and physically for the job. It should be required training for all LEOs. Great video Sir.

[@Kahaka99]

probably one of the best martial arts for LEOs. Conditioning and self-defense. Thank you for your service sir!

[@Decado1628]

@@Kahaka99 Thank you.

[@ralphholiman7401]

I retired in 2010, with 28 years on as well (as a federal agent). We had running club in most of the offices I worked in. It was surprising how few of the agents took part in that.

[@AllenRob87]

I worked in a Max security prison. We worked in pairs outside of the facility. One unarmed officer was the inmate contact officer. One armed officer was strictly security and was to have no contact with the inmate. The contact officer wouldn’t even have handcuff keys on them, those were with the armed CO. This video is what happens when incompetent people make policies.

[@CainnechK]

So if u were on a outside hospital detail on officer was always unarmed? I’ve worked for two different departments with different policies with both u are unarmed at times but u don’t remain unarmed the entire detail.

[@sgtbones1837]

Sounds like the Federal Bureau of Prisons. But a high security inmate would have two guns three officers. Or all Officers armed.

[@AllenRob87]

@@sgtbones1837 yeah I was state, but when we did high profile/ elevated security inmate transfers we would transfer them with our tac team. Two officers in the van, one with a rifle, and an armed LT in a chase vehicle behind.

[@AllenRob87]

@@CainnechK nope. Hospital detail was armed. The only inmate contact allowed was in case of verified cardiac arrest on an EKG. Piss jugs. If the inmate needed off the bed we sent a second officer.

[@sgtbones1837]

@@AllenRob87 Same tactics with us good ole chase vehicles

[@Jedi391]

One of the biggest problems in LE today is the culture at most departments makes it hard to stay in shape. 10-12.5 hour shifts, admins discourage officers working out on their breaks, lack of staffing meaning working even more hours and days than they normally would…..lots of stress driven both by external issues and internal agency politics. Once you’re done with all that, do you spend what time you have with your wife/kids or do you spend it at the gym? On top of that, if you get hurt working out….most agencies don’t cover you so you can’t work and you’re burning your own time….assuming you aren’t retired out on disability. Often times the guys who are in shape are SWAT guys who are covered if they get hurt working out. Is it still possible to stay in shape? Of course it is, but the reality of how had agencies make it for their guys to stay in shape shouldn’t be ignored.

[@stevealderson1838]

Did you know stress hormones also make you retain the unhealthy fat.

[@gen3kali877]

This is why I am 100% against defund the police. Cops need more funding for more personnel with departments required to have officers three weeks on patrol, one week training the scope of interactions with the public from initial encounter through the use of force spectrum.

[@nvgboiyes6386]

Also funding police can help take care of things like fitness like for example Houston has dedicated swat teams so they are paid to train and workout until an actual situation happens and when those happen they are better prepared since they are better trained, equipped, and fit to do the job.

[@danielgreen6547]

@Jedi391 Hi I had a quick specific question about one of the points you raised above...when you say that some admins discourage officers working out on their breaks, could you give an example of something like this that you have seen? I'm not sure what kinds of breaks LEOs or COs get, but if they have a short break for 15 to 20 minutes(?) and they are working within a facility that has access to a pull-up bar or flat bench, do the admins tell them not to take that short break to do a few pullups or reps on a bench? Unless they're worried about them going for a max and getting hurt, it sure sounds weird.

[@ep_med7822]

Police departments are definitely goofy that way. Most fire stations, third service EMS stations, and even private EMS companies like AMR (specifically where the IAEP has control) have gyms for their First Responders to workout. I even worked for a Security company that had a gym their guards coupd use for free on breaks or off duty.

[@johnnyjohnson1326]

I retired from a level V. EVERYTHING about that scenario was wrong and exactly what goes on! 1 Once you get out of the academy, there are no PFT standards. 2 The inmate was not cuffed at all. 3 You don't do transfers outside the facility solo. Great video. Thank you

[@silvermediastudio]

Off hand fixed blade to the back of the neck would have gotten him to let go of the gun pretty fast.

[@Aldinonexilus]

Not sure what PFT is but they should definitely have Physical Readiness Training every six months at the least. But the military has gotten pretty soft with its PRT standards so I guess that's asking a lot.

[@BullsMahunny]

@@Aldinonexilus Physical Fitness Training. They basically don't do any exercise as a requirement of the job.

[@sylviamaresca8852]

Johnny, I'm in Corrections, do some hospital transfers, everything this guy is wrong. Unfortunately, I see a lot of this at work.

[@silvermediastudio]

@@sylviamaresca8852 Pussification of America.

[@prairiestatepatriots]

the first clip was actually at a courthouse about an hour from me. i can tell you for a fact that the deputy made the huge mustake of being complacent. He was supposed to have secured his weapon in a lockbox or mounted gun vault (in the cruiser) before having an interaction with the offender. Not all jails/ prisons send 2 officers at a time to transport. That is a policy issue that varies between departments. The guy that got shot ended up living and is facing several more years incarceration.

[@packletackle9047]

Let's hope its more than just several...

[@prairiestatepatriots]

@@packletackle9047 idk the specifics of his sentencing

[@fastdude2002]

Yup when you pull into the sally port you get out and secure your weapon in a locker BEFORE you remove the prisoner from the vehicle.

[@918Mitchell]

Also could have been avoided if he had squared with the pos to put the foot rest down

[@prairiestatepatriots]

@@918Mitchell we're actually taught to edge toward the individual with our weapon side pointed away from them. Especially during patdowns and custodial escorts

[@danielparrish6214]

“Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face”

[@AlexS-zr2nb]

All I'm hearing is be the one throwing the punch lol

[@3nertia]

What if your plan *includes* being punched in the face though? Asking for a friend ...

[@bigclen6456]

Famous quote by a convicted rapist.

[@mpatterson6799]

“Eating Jalapeños will make your poop hot”

[@stuntstrat76]

Mike Tyson

[@kellydaniels8992]

SgtMaj. Glover, Keep on motivating the un-trained. For the rest of Old Salts, I’m 63 , Heart bypass, cancer worrier (the battle is the Lords). And resistance workouts, and a mixture of Okinawan and other disciplines have increased my confidence to at least survive (with the protection of the Almighty One, Jesus). So keep on training you Olé School Marines, Sailors, and Solders. We can still lead, by example, if we DON’T GIVE UP. I AIN’T,,,,,,, God Speed and God Bless,,,,,,, Semper Fi,,,

[@kalebschad8403]

God bless and thanks for your service.

[@j.r.777]

I work as a Corrections Officer for the State that I live in. I’ve been at my job for 15 years and have been armed transport certified for almost the entire time. There are so many things wrong in this video. So many things in this video are the exact opposite of what both are training teaches and our policy says.

[@blackbeargear8884]

Correct. Shortcuts were made and the officer got lazy. Never bring the inmate out until the firearm is in the lock box.

[@aaronjoseph1777]

USBP secures firearms in detention areas for this reason too.

[@willyjohn6352]

I'm a civilian who just started carrying last year. Because of my weight I could only carry with a shoulder holster. I started working out, walking, and eating healthier Feb 28 and I can now carry with a IWB and sit down. Very proud of myself, feel great, and much more confident being able to carry whenever needed and whatever I'm wearing.

[@landminehopscotch3617]

That's awesome, man! Congrats and keep up the good work.

[@willyjohn6352]

@@landminehopscotch3617 Thanks..

[@unashamedly1776]

This is a lesson I sadly learned myself. I was always working out; did CrossFit and triathlons on a regular basis. And I ate like this was the case. Got back from a deployment and immediately PCS’d and proceeded to basically stop the workouts while eating as if I hadn’t. Over 3 years I ballooned up from 185 to 248. I was in denial about how bad it had gotten, but nearly failing a PT test woke me up. I’ve been doing the 75 Hard Challenge (it’s worth the time, look it up) and am down to 214. I still have a ways to go, but feel a million times better physically, mentally, and emotionally. By the end of summer I hope to be back in the low 190’s, but stronger than before. Don’t let laziness and denial run your life, get off your butt and fix yourself; we owe it to our friends, family, coworkers, job, and ourselves.

[@uppercut147]

I'm just now happening upon this video and your comment. I hope you've kept the momentum going since you posted this 2 months ago! Sounds like you've given a lot of yourself over the years, physically and mentally, so I think just about anyone would wanna relax for a while and "let themselves go" a bit. but I'm glad you're re-asserting yourself! Cheers to good health and fitness.

[@unashamedly1776]

@@uppercut147 Thanks, that's very kind of you. My journey continues to go well, although weight loss has slowed a bit as I close in on my goal.

[@spuddlingbob8724]

Regarding the verbal confrontation comment, I had a trainer once (various martial arts) and he called the pre fight verbal interaction verbal jiu jitsu. If done properly you can walk away with there never even being a fight.

[@3nertia]

"You win 100% of the fights you avoid" - I've heard it called "verbal judo"; not really relevant, it's just interesting to me how language evolves and diverges/converges :)

[@Fatpotato44]

This all comes down to hiring standards, lack of standards once your in, and the entitlement mentality within public safety officials (ironically public safety officials like to make disparaging comments about the “entitled” society when they act entitled). As a former LEO, there are plenty of examples (first hand) of co-workers that are completely out of shape, lack of training (physical, mental, and emotional), and the excuses of why they are that way. We are not asking for fellow officers to be CrossFit or martial arts experts or athletes, but in enough shape to make sound decisions and to be viable within the profession. Also, the academy’s should revamp their fitness, wellness, nutrition, and defensive tactics training to something more modern and viable for officers in the field. Also, if you promote to an admin gig, you should still be relatively in good health and shape. Going admin is no excuse to loosen those standards.

[@kabloosh699]

They pay those guys peanuts. Anyone who is competent in security will work at a casino or are a patrol officer in a higher paying area. You also got these places where they work these guys to death. When you're pushing over time every week you are likely just mentally and physically taxed to the point where you don't care to take care of yourself anymore. I remember my active duty times we worked pretty brutal shifts. You just didn't want to work out after being at work for 12-14 hours. Deployments were worse since they too were 12 hour shifts with 1-3 hours of getting ready to get onto post or get off of post. Burned me out real quick. You did go to the gym a lot more because you had absolutely nothing better to do. The security/LEO field really likes to suck as much as they can out of you. If you could keep enough people on the force, pay them pretty well, and give them time to actually work out and practice while being paid you would see the quality of officers and security personnel skyrocket. Our most fit guys in my career field were the Ravens. They guarded the planes that flew everywhere. They were fit because when they weren't with the planes they were just training and exercising every day during work hours because that is what they were paid to do. Us flight guys just worked and worked, then deployed and worked. Back office guys always wondered why we struggled to stay fit. We just didn't have that luxury and the expectation was to just do all that upkeep on the little bit of free time. You really had to love working out in order to stay fit in such a role.

[@j.p.saverance8972]

@@kabloosh699 You nailed it.

[@Goodnightandgoodluck-c7m]

How come ex LEO? what happened? you sound kind of salty

[@Fatpotato44]

@@Goodnightandgoodluck-c7m did 5 years local (patrol, task force, training, and detective), and 13 years federal LE. Just graduated with my Masters Degree and jumped into another public service gig within the emergency management field. Other ways to serve the public outside of LE. Plus, my comment is an issue that most LEO’s have experienced and why they have left for greater pastures. It’s a good gig but plenty of we eating our own with the public eating as well.

[@Goodnightandgoodluck-c7m]

Good

[@cmcer1995]

I took a course called Target Focus Training presented by Tim Larkin and he pointed out that the self defense training is usually a competition, trading blows, not a fight for your life scenario. The idea behind those techniques were designed for people even with disabilities could use these techniques to defend themselves and they are brutal and result in injury to the assailant not just pain. target areas such as eyes, throat, side of neck, and joints and others. He was forbidden to come to the UK and teach because they felt the techniques were to brutal. Basically when you are in the fight for your life all bets are off and nothing is not OK.

[@lbcsv]

Wow. Thanks for going through this. Ground fighting was critical 20 years ago. If you ask if it’s necessary today, you’re sorely behind the curve.

[@educational4434]

So then what type of fighting is necessary?

[@lbcsv]

@@educational4434 Punching, kicking, and wrestling.

[@educational4434]

@@lbcsv 1. Isn't wrestling a form of ground fighting? 2. Would you please define what you mean by "ground fighting" in your initial comment?

[@It-b-Blair]

@@lbcsv I thought you were echoing the sentiment that a firearm would have protected her, not martial arts. That to defend oneself today with physical combat is antiquated… and then you list martial arts as necessary… definitely contradictory…

[@Free_entertainment401]

Learning how to defend yourself is A great way to also learn self self-confidence and control. Plus it is a great way to get into shape. It’s to bad most classes is out of my price range

[@josiahcox9990]

This. All the places near me are very cost prohibitive to myself.

[@jastermareel9641]

OK, Mike. You asked for feedback. Here's mine. I have 46 years of self defense/martial arts training. Not the stuff you see on the internet, but the stuff that was taught to our Special Forces during the 1960's and early 70's. I have had hands on experience in being ambushed by a gang of 5 (no, I did not whip all 5), another time it was two guys. I can tell you and all who will read this post that you are EXACTLY correct in what you are saying regarding these videos. The martial arts that I train in includes grappling/trapping/take-downs/attacking key areas of the body and includes firearms training. I'm sure you would agree that you have to be able to defend the tool you use for defense. Great videos!

[@flashgross]

Dude, play the whole video then go back for the breakdown.

[@complexblackness]

Exactly.

[@PickleballBatman]

No he can see the future

[@davidhancock5932]

February of 2023 I was a 67 year old 270 pound type II diabetic. Saw a Mike Glover video where he said to “unfuck yourself”. Fast forward to August of 2023 I’m now 200 pounds, off all diabetic meds, walk 5-7 miles & do 100 push-ups a day, 7 days a week & turn 68 next week, thanks Mike Glover

[@nocturnaltaxi4011]

PHYSICAL COMBAT CONDITIONING IS A MUST IN “REAL LIFE” as the above clips reinforce

[@tylerjones7546]

Hey Mike I agree with you, I think its the most important part and then build off of that and would be awesome if you guys offered it. As a LEO I wish we got more combatives training.

[@thenricks5063]

The verbal aspect is so undermentioned in survival situations. I went to a call for a suicidal person around 1am, knee deep in snow. I walk on scene and the suicidal man is a 400lb, diabetic (blood sugar imbalance), schizophrenic, who was threatening to kill himself and his mother. When I got there he had destroyed every single piece of furniture in the house and threw the kitchen table through the window in the kitchen. I am 5'7" 185lbs. I managed to talk to this dude at taser point just long enough till my coworkers got there and we managed to subdue him with taser deployment and 3 pairs of cuffs and shackles. Dude is by far the largest man I've ever arrested, the strongest, and the most unhinged. Will never forget it. If I wasnt able to calm him down by simply talking to him he could have easily killed me or any of my teammates. It could have easily turned into an officer involved shooting.

[@RAPEDBYBLACKS]

sounds like an absolute unit. imagine that guy destroying a bunch of crying sissy coppers? lmao

[@thornhillacquisitions593]

Worked a Mental Health Unit for a number of years. We were taught "CPI" and we still at times fought, restrained, and did 15min room checks. I was in better shape then and it was rough.

[@madcapmagician6018]

well being a large guy myself and have trained in martial arts ( though many years ago) i found that the simplest and easiest tactics and skills have served me far more than the flashy bruce lee moves... strikes to eyes ears nose throat... groin knee joints etc... but the biggest thing that had kept me safe is situational awareness.... my profession is not that of law enforcement but being able to spot the asshole whos lookin out of place n shady really is the best defense as it gives you time (most times) to either get out of the area or to get your hands on your weapon and ready.

[@billcampbell1627]

I turn 73 this month. 5 years ago I weighed 230 and could leg press 400 on the machine 40 reps. I wore 2XL shirts for my chest and arms. I had was confident in a physical confrontation, though I am more of a wrestler than a striker. I now weigh 170 and limit myself to 145 on the leg press, 25 lbs. on flys, and 70 on upright rows. I have been battling cancer since 2015. I am not confident in a physical confrontation. I have carried since 2000. My eyes are not what they were back in SF or Aviation, so I have gone to a red dot on my EDC pistol. Having said all that, I feel situational awareness is more important to me now than ever. It was taught to me its always the #1 thing that will keep you alive, but ego and overconfidence has led me to go places that were not smart to be going, I was lucky. I still carry, and still can shoot well, just not as quick as I once was. However I have always believed in the Vickers way of putting it speed is fine, accuracy is final. Your milage may vary.

[@percyvaljenkins]

ground fighting is very important because most fights end up on the ground.......I used to work as a CO and a deputy jailor. As a jailor who was allowed to carry, we were taught to keep your weapon opposite of the detainee when handling a detainee if you have to have your weapon on you as much as possible. Also, there should always be a second LEO when doing things such as this. If you don't have one either wait or secure your weapon in the vehicle or lock box that should be in the sally port area. Dude was blessed and that detainee was a dummy.

[@bae313]

The strategy is called "blading." The stance also protects your vitals, especially your balls, since there's less room between your legs for an attack to land, and your eyes, since with one shoulder forward you can reach a hand out further.

[@SasaMic]

I am a professional pilot, first helicopter and later airplane, with cca 35 years of experience, and I know about having situational awareness, and keeping your eyes on the threat!

[@bradlarson8458]

What can I say... COs (correctional officer) should not have a firearm on them. Even when I (Sheriff Deputy) would bring someone in the jail I would deposit my firearm in a safe before interacting with any prisoner. I would get out of the squad, secure your weapon then get your prisoner out. The other thing is this guy had terrible situation awareness. Other things too numerous to mention.

[@NevronixS]

COs can be transportation officers. The lockboxes are typically in the sally port, which is where this footage is from. However, I agree with having the firearm secured prior to interacting with an inmate, though. That's how I did it as CO transportation officer and as a deputy sheriff.

[@zlm2032]

If the other CO didn’t have a firearm, you likely have two dead CO’s. Just a thought. It shouldn’t have happened though.

[@ROOSTER333]

Every jailer I've ever encountered have either been incredibly stupid or incredibly overweight or both. And no they shouldn't have guns, they shouldn't be allowed to interact with the public let alone high stress inmate situations

[@crashtestdummy9985]

CO's carry when transporting off unit, but you're not going to be that close and you're not going to be the only officer with that inmate. Ideally, one office carries from a good distance (dozens of feet away when possible or more) while others that are not armed handle things hands-on. Maintaining good proximus is drilled into our heads as being your first real line of defense and that's especially so when firearms are in the mix. The fact that this guy wasn't even at least front cuffed bothers me to no end as well.

[@SlavoVladislavi]

Being a prior CO, you ain't wrong. Range quals were enough to prove it, let alone the collective gravitational pull.

[@NateAmado]

Jiu Jitsu is SUPER important. Your most important line of self defense is your body and mind first and foremost. She did a great job falling to her back to get her legs in between her and the attacker. This is called Punch Block Series (PBS) Stage 4 in Gracie Combatives (adult beginner curriculum). There she can manage the distance, manage the damage. And like you said, if she had a gun holstered, easily draw and fire on the attacker as taught in Gracie Survival Tactics (GST). I can't wait to train with you, Mike! 🥋👊🏼🔥

[@Mikepi75]

I love your content. In regards to BJJ and street survival I leave this. I'm 5'5 Korean. I started doing Martial Arts at for over 20yrs. I've studied Muay Thai, BJJ, Lethwei, Boxing, and Street Combatives. I've bounced in urban Baltimore night clubs for 15+yrs where fighting is a regular occurance. I also have 10yrs of experience in executive protection. 1. BJJ is not a great self defense as a whole because of 2 on 1 scenarios in real life. Being on the ground is thee worst place to be as a smaller weaker individual. 2. There are no rules for criminals and attackers so when they have a knife, pull your hair, put a thumb in your eye, an orfice, punch you in the balls etc. The game changes. 3. There are no refs, weight classes, or such a thing as a fair fight. There is only to fight for survival. You guys teach real life survival skills and respect that. It's real an honest. I'm going to be 100 percent real. In real life BJJ is not going to be effective in 90 percent of scenarios. Being Asian, small, stand out in an industry where size is used to deter situations in a city that has extreme violence is an every day. I can tell you that you need a blend of Martial Arts and that it is practical where size, speed, and efficiency can be executed at the basic level. The basic principles is for someone to learn these skill sets in months vs years. I've trained pro-fighters, amateurs, police, corrections officers, executive protection, and civilians. All different purposes. I can tell you what I teach a pro fighter vs a civilian is way more aggressive and the civilian can learn faster then years of training. I would love to talk you guys and help you. I have references from instructors, police, pro-fighters, and business owners to verify my experience and skill set in this particular empty hands self defense. If you would like to discuss further please let me know.

[@matthewalimurung2549]

Thank you for your input! I have thought the same way about blending arts, but the organization I worked for recently jumped on the Bjj wagon without, with a majority of the training staff and higher ups getting their “black belts” in Bjj. As someone whose background is primarily bjj, I did not think the Bjj training by itself helped on me being successful in violent encounters. but it did train my mind to be resilient and train around problems and find solutions. I agree protection specialists (executive, security, police etc) should invest in training multiple martial arts and higher levels of physical fitness.

[@newerest1]

What is this, 1995? Who says to only train BJJ? Of course BJJ is incredibly helpful to train for self defense, especially if you aren't a dumbie and know not to train sport jiujitsu only. BJJ is a great self defense sport for many reasons. Who says to take the fight to the ground? BJJ you know, has the guard yeah? It's incredibly important to be competent off your back to not get soccer kicked in the face and yes of course a technical stand up from your back is a part of jiujitsu. Just like using butterfly hooks to create separation and force standing up. Just like being able to redirect non-trained fighters forward pressure in any number of effortless ways when the opportunity presents itself. What about Chokes? Is it better to learn choke survivals and escapes versus... I don't know, not having that? If for some reason we take a time machine back to 1995 and someone is deadset on taking 1 martial art for self defense BJJ is still going to be the best. 2 on 1 situations existing does not magically erase all the valid lessons someone needs to have taught to them to even get 2 stripes on a white belt. You cannot "avoid the ground". It exists. You cant endlessly avoid slipping on puddles or getting cheapshot and waking up on the ground. Being able to fight off your back and get out of there is the most important skill to learn precisely because it is the worst case scenario. How would your points #1-3 discount the fact that in the scenario Mike showed, that woman could have use multiple open guard techniques to sweep, submit, or even just strip grips from her pant legs? In that video all I see are effortless de la riva and other open guard attacks ready for the woman if only she knew. Idk, it's just weird to ignore these obvious points. Really makes me question your rank in BJJ as well - sorry to go there, but I just can't help but question why someone would say this stuff about BJJ and have a high rank. Especially since youre supposedly in the industry and seen so many arrest which all inevitably have grappling in it 🤷‍♀

[@Mikepi75]

Patrick C. I don't know if you're a bot, a troll, or just didn't read what you wrote. You stated BJJ would be great for self defense sport... self defense is not a sport. You're defending you're well being, safety, your life. The other statement about not having to go to the ground... and then you mention going to the guard. Which is you being on the ground and fighting off your back. As for 2 on 1's. You're right this isn't 1995 and you're typically not fighting just one person but 2. You ever go put with your buddies and a fight happens. They don't circle around you like the movies and start cheering. Normally it's chaos your friends are fighting, you're fighting, and if some drunk stranger feels like swinging on you because they want to make it on World Star highlight reel they're going to. BJJ has it's benefits and should be used to escape, evade, get off the ground, and if you can snap an arm bar, choke, etc then that is a bonus. I've seen many of people get booted in the face because they are wrestling, grappling, etc. Situational awareness is not being on the ground tied up to 1 person when often there are more than 1 assailants. A guy that can box a little can knock out 2 guys with a hook and cross (2 people in 2 seconds). Snatching heal hooks, chokes and arm bars is going to take putting hands on, positioning, and executing. Takes time. What happens if you run into someone proficient in grappling... does this turn into a NAGA no-gi tournament... you trying to pass someone's guard... hope to God his friend doesn't kick you in the face in the process... you have no time. You need to get on your feet and run away OR fight and start turning people's light switches off.

[@3nertia]

I think you may be missing the point of BJJ - I prefer the way Clint Smith states it: "How many gunfights have you been in in your life? How many times have you tripped and fallen? You've tripped and fallen more ..." BJJ isn't the "go-to" strategy. It's another tool in the proverbial toolbox for if (really a matter of WHEN) you end up on the ground then you at least have options and aren't struggling through your OODA loop trying to figure out wtf to do :)

[@Ballisticbob517]

A common thing to forget is that if you're not skilled at grappling then if you fall over on the floor it's not really your choice where the fight stays. Train bjj kids, better to know how to outgrapple and stand up than hope you don't ever touch the floor.

[@OldSgtsMaj52]

It is Truth... After 30 years in Uniform and being 5' 11" and always fighting to stay under 200 lbs. It was a constant battle to Ballance the Strength Building & Cardio to have the right Ballance. It was a daily focus to Stay with in the right ratio of Body Fat & Muscle Mass. It was accomplished by Work in the Gym & A Combination of Running, Rucking with Added Weight, And Riding a Bike for endless miles. Even after Retirement the Work Continues.

[@greenghost5009]

Run, jog, walk, work out, fruits, vegetables, chicken and fish, stay fit ladies and gentlemen and yes it does gotta stay in shape just incase anything happens 💪🏾

[@argoshikan]

BJJ and other martial arts that focus on randori at 100% teach you to remain calm during physically stressful and mentally stressful situations. White belts spaz for a reason. A few months of bjj would have made the difference in the jailer’s situation. Special plug here for full contact stick fighting with a grappling element as part of training. Teaches you to fight at many distances including ground.

[@ADHDawesomeness]

Wow, my husband sent this to me and it was a huge eye opener reminder to carry my gun ALWAYS. thank you, I needed that to get back in the habit. I appreciate your time. Also, do you have a good place to learn combatives in Utah?

[@guhjawiley6835]

What part of Utah?

[@clintkysar1446]

@@canadafree2087 and getting one loose a kick to the jaw or face and perp is out of the fight or out cold legs are the most powerful with adrenaline she probably matches or exceeds his arm strength.

[@derekpeterson8005]

@@clintkysar1446 Exactly! Never stop fighting the perp. If they take you to the place they have in mind you're probably not coming out alive. Kick, fight, scream, bite, scratch what ever it takes. Make him/perp quit. Fight until you can't

[@jasons864]

So first thing I got from KZbin was “this video can be inappropriate for some viewers”. Unbelievable! Being overweight is not a handicap. Not only that but situational awareness should be taught and the results should not be censored.

[@dodsonarmsco]

You know you should have mentioned a pair of suspenders on the duty belt would have really helped prevent this. It is an issue whether over weight or not. How many people have their duty belt shift multiple times during their tour of duty which could expose the weapon or prevent its drawing when needed.

[@artemthetrain14]

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for all! A few months of training goes a long way. People hate on guard play because it's "sport focused," but in reality, if you get dumped on your back, you better be able to end the fight from there or make your way to a more advantageous position.

[@huehuetzinpahtli-tradition3155]

Heck yeah, Mike! Martial arts is a vital component to life safety and personal wellness. Making me want to move to Utah.

[@doyoufeellost]

The best advice I've seen was on KZbin from an old WW2 instructor who trained special forces back in the day, he said something along the lines of "If you try to box me, I will break your legs. If I see an opening, I will poke your eyes out and fuck you up." or something along those lines, it's been a while since I've seen it. But it's basicly saying let go of that boxing or sportsman attitude and put yourself in survival mode, if someone is trying to fuck you up and you have no choice but to engage, be prepared to fuck them up instead. It doesn't matter how, just defend your life. Sportsmanship will get you nowhere in a fight for survival type of scenario.

[@kerbalairforce8802]

As a PTL for my unit, I have a hard time keeping Airmen in shape because they don't think they'll ever have to fight for their lives.

[@Aurumfae]

Yeah, most guys who aren’t SERE don’t give a shit about PT. My one Sgt while I was in got big as a little pony cause he was retiring. He always had a gut, but he looked 9 months by the time he was out… Airmen either look akin to twigs or are fat as fuck, there’s almost no in between unless their prior SERE “drop outs”.

[@clarkyow1418]

Do it Mike! Tim Kennedy and Pat Mac both say it brilliantly when they talk about the chassis and how if you improve that, everything improves. Being strong, knowing how to fight, and how to shoot That school will be a huge asset to anyone!

[@zlm2032]

Combative’s are an extremely important skill to learn in my current profession. I definitely agree with you Mike. 💪🏻🇺🇸

[@MrJesulius]

have you learned them and are you learning more?

[@zlm2032]

@@MrJesulius Yes....I currently do quarterly training. There is always something new to learn.

[@dieseldork6]

As a former bouncer...jujitsu and practice, practice, practice are the best ways to survive. Situational awareness is very much under rated as well, the best fight you will ever win is the one you manage not to get into in the first place, but that takes effort and keeping your eyes opened. Stay safe everyone! Great video 👍

[@wanderer3591]

The advantage of martial arts is that you learn to optimize your strength and visualize confrontations. Most martial arts are taught to compete, such as not protecting your head from punches and avoiding lethal strikes, which is counterproductive to actual self defense. The important thing is reading your environment to avoid becoming a victim. When forced to defend yourself you need to be able to pull all stops and decimate your attacker. Perhaps only the military has this kind of training. The mindset is most important in my opinion, because older or weaker people still need to defend themselves, and not everyone can be a Bruce Lee or Chuck Norris.

[@3nertia]

"You need to have a monster inside of you, but you need to be in *complete* control of that monster" - Jordan Peterson; I think this applies here. "Be kind, be polite, but always have a plan to kill everyone in the room" heh As Tim Larkin says, "When violence *is* the answer, it's the *only* answer!"

[@3nertia]

I absolutely agree about mindset! "My mind is the weapon, all else is merely a tool"

[@50yearoldlerookie84]

I believe that BJJ is a must have skill set for anyone, especially those of us who swore an oath to protect and serve. In my experience, most hands on situations end up on the ground and you better, at the very least, have the stamina to out last who you are dealing with and with the added skills of BJJ, your chances of victory and survival have increased exponentially. Thank you Mike for another lesson in survival, I know it is making a difference to anyone who watches, learns, and applies it!

[@Habanerojj]

BJJ for the win!! Everyone needs at least a blue belt!

[@heatherchaplin5441]

I would love to get some training on some balance with my conceal or with hand to hand. Since loosing my right leg on my Harley. I am not going to be a victim and I’m down to do whatever it takes to not be hurt or make sure I’m the one going home but to have more trading and ways to not be hurt since my life is different now

[@eliasbonilla8087]

Adding BJJ to your curriculum is genius. Hopefully leading to your other scenario based ( in combination) training as well.

[@hamhocks]

Agreed. But also as someone who has trained BJJ for awhile and wrestled in high school, learning wrestling first is more important. Wrestling teaches leverage, take downs, weight management (how to feel heavy), and control, which is so important for BJJ.

[@dudedog7914]

@@hamhocks first of all what kind of garbage BJJ school are you going to that they don't teach or have the ability to teach basic wrestling to people who don't know it? Second, all the things you listed as a reason to go back and train wrestling for should once again be taught but integrated with BJJ not wrestling. What you're suggesting isn't wrong by you saying that it should be a mandatory everyone has to do is absolutely ridiculous. I've been doing BJJ since 2008 and I never spent a single day training just wrestling because if done properly those skills are integrated in with it.

[@dudedog7914]

Careful for bullshiting clowns in the comment section..

[@hamhocks]

@@dudedog7914 lol you’re mad buddy calm down. I am merely suggesting that having a strong wrestling base is gonna do nothing but benefit your BJJ experience. The best guys in my gym were state champ wrestlers. You’re making stuff up that I never said. I never said or implied that it’s necessary.

[@swivel63]

@@hamhocks our two top black belts at my academy are former national and world level folkstyle/freestyle and greco wrestlers. wrestling base is just super nasty as hell when you combine it with jiu jitsu.

[@JACathcart5181]

I am not in a career that requires me to carry. I'm 60 and 40 lbs. overweight and it is a liability. I'm in the process of dropping those lbs. It is not fat-shaming (a ridiculous term) to call out the fact that obesity is a big problem for anyone. Great job, Mike.

[@Thefatoutdoorsman]

I've been in a ton of streetlights and grappling usually occurs. You are absolutely correct that getting physical and feeling someone else's power is essential to realistic self preparedness. There's no effectively describing what adrenaline does to your body without feeling it. BJJ will teach you what you can and can't do in a real life survival scenario. I also grew up BTW and don't get in fights anymore. Thank you for your service Mike, the world is a better place because you stood up against evil. God bless

[@tom6874]

If you've been in a lot of street fights, you're the problem. Stop trying to be a tough guy and walk away you clown

[@bigclen6456]

You should probably stop fighting streetlights unless you're a Russian making tik tok videos.

[@Appalachia_Ape]

That's a beautiful motto man. "You can't outsource self defense."

[@jakemcgee7887]

"you know what would stop that... A Sig P365 XL" You gotta love it!

[@michaelparker1156]

Hell yes I would support you opening a Jiu Jitsu studio. Everyone should know how to handle themselves!

[@jerimiefry5132]

I agree 100% with the information you gave. I train BJJ, although extremely new, I am also a DT instructor for my LE Department for GST (Gracie Survival Tactics). Managing body weight on an subject could have won the first altercation, but managing basic health and conditioning should be a #1 concern for all LE or Military. EDC should include a weapon for ranged self-defense. Something to reset the thinking of a suspect. We want to resent the fight, flight, or freeze response as many times as possible as fast as possible in order to get away or take the advantage.

[@Fightosaurus]

Not quite first! 😅

[@alvinhewitt2139]

Nice. Most people in security and law enforcement think that a couple of classes will give them all the tools they need to survive, when most of the people they might have to get physical with have been fighting their whole lives. I carry on My job and am the DTI at My company,so I understand weapon retintion. Just a suggestion, but the Kaiten and Tenkan footwork is great! Standing: press and pivot using The lower elbow. It may open the opponent up for strikes,so you can get the space to draw your firearm.

[@PumpkinSpiceCornbread]

"Bow wrapping as a gift" Lmao this guy has spent too many holidays on deployment.

[@mikeholley4488]

respect to the 2nd jailer who only had a few seconds to see the situation, retreated to draw his sidearm, then re-entered and engaged the threat while a good guy was right next to the bad guy. that thic boi has balls.

[@paladin11C40]

When I was in law enforcement, our combative instructor told us to punch them in the face and change their channel, give them something different to look at. We were taught to keep our gun side the furthest away from the perp as you can. This caused them to have to reach across your whole body to get to your gun and that will leave you with options before the fight for the gun. People would not believe that amount of poor training a lot of law enforcement receives in this country. A lot of officers go for the bare minimum of 20 hours of continued education that is required to keep their certification. Its really sad.

[@davom5858]

Lost count of all the excellent content. No frills. Just facts. Will watch this clip many times (humor’s a plus). Keep up the good fight.

[@Patriot-American]

Too many times I see overweight out of shape jailers and LEOs, typically Deputies or of that sort. They are at a severe disadvantage in close quarter person on person encounters. Had his partner not intervened there would have been more than one shot. Appreciate these learning videos.

[@Sourpusscandy]

The far other end of the spectrum, popo hopped up on roids, pumping iron, not great cardio, roidrage. It’s a really tough career to keep balance in mind and body.

[@user-ob1rh3cz7h]

county jail and prisons have such a hard time keeping employees and most are absolute idiots so it just is what it is sometimes.

[@wes3527]

@@user-ob1rh3cz7h the pay is horrible and I am not sure why anyone would do that job for what it pays. All law enforcement need better pay. I believe the local county jail starts people out making $15.80 per hour. I work with an ex LEO who was working three jobs just to pay his bills.

[@dudedog7914]

@@wes3527 No sympathy 🥱

[@Panamaca]

We had a tiny female soldier back in 82 who was flying high on PCP/angle dust and after taring up the colonels office we had 5 of us move in on her and it took all of us to take control. No tasers then just pepper spray..candy to some. We were not out of shape, 3 of us were instructors on the SRT. Fecal matter happens. Trust got this cop in trouble not his belt size. Todays Army appearance wise looks like they could use a diet. My MPs I see at the gate are an embarrassment.

[@Kimchi_Studios]

Mike you guys are almost to 500k subs! The content is great. Thanks for not giving up!

[@tattoochef]

My wife is 4'11" and was attacked by a meth head that was a foot taller. She fought him off thank God........she came home and asked me to teach her how to fight and she carries now. I told her how easy she could have gotten seriously fucked up. Better late than never

[@deathlis]

Any height/weight vs meth head = no bueno. I'll never forget the one time I'd pinned a meth addict who had just taken Xanax to the floor. I worked out 5 days a week back then, and he was rail thin. He was unbelievably strong, and didn't seem to tire either. Scared the crap out of me, which was good I suppose as the adrenaline kept me keyed up and able to hold him down the full 15 minutes until the cops arrived to arrest him.

[@frostbitepokin9520]

@@deathlis it’s like fighting a literal monster aye?

[@alexcosentino8331]

Jiu jitsu AND/or wrestling the most solid base. Understanding space between you and your opponent, in any setting, will help you actually stand a chance to win.

[@Mittenman313]

A double! What!!!!!!! Haha

[@Scottierolls]

i think jiu jitsu is a very useful skill in self defense. You do not even have to know how to submit somebody. Simply knowing how to control your opponent is a huge game changer.

[@jasonbailey9302]

That was hard to watch, so much wrong and so much that could’ve gone WORSE.

[@davidgilbert7904]

I have been a bjj and wrestling guy for five years and those two combative disciplines are the foundation and corner stones of self defence build up from there and your a hell of a hand full for anybody

[@ZergleJerk]

When I was a CO i wasn't in great shape. But I was not overweight. I had partners who physically could not run. In fact we had one guy who was overweight AND had a medical waiver saying he couldn't do anything more than walk.

[@Aikibiker1]

I have had some BJJ training in the past, but it is not the main martial art I study. I have used BJJ in real fights, but have found Aikido to be much more useful for me. What I really like about BJJ is the training methodology. I find that can be applied to Aikido to make it much better then what is normally taught. Especially training against a resisting oponent. That is something regular Aikido is really lacking.

[@stuntstrat76]

Purple belt here. Haven’t been able to train for over a year because of my knees. I need to get it back. DO IT. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the physical equalizer. Idc how big a guy is, I go to the ground. I will hurt you there. ALSO: please include Combative Jiu Jitsu: incorporation of strikes and pressure point manipulation to render your opponent nullified. Personal physical fitness is PARAMOUNT to preparedness. Train Hard, train smart. Thanks Mike.

[@rico989]

I'm a co when we do hospital transport it's always two of us and level 3 retention holsters from safari land. You don't ever have to accommodate a inmate and put the things down to rest their feet. Always keep your firearm away from the inmate and always stand being then inmate.

[@mpatterson6799]

My wife carry’s. Never used too. But with the recent popularity of NW Montana and the huge population increase has drastically increased the crime and homeless population. Never had to lick our doors, but in a period of three years, we’ve had to instal a security system. Now she carry’s a .38 5 shot but free revolver and the girl can straight shoot that thing. Life has changed. My wife carry’s, I carry, I have a 12 gauge tactical loaded with low base bird shot for the first two rounds with 00 after that. Really sucks.

[@donfilkins298]

just found your channel Mike. I'm learning a lot.!.......thanks!

[@piouswhale]

Youre correct here Mike. I did BJJ for about a week until I broke my foot in 12 places from a Granby roll, a little apprehensive about going back. Physical fitness and situational awareness. Those are key. You never want even be in that situation if you can help it due to how unpredictable it will be. Too many variables.

[@MrMann-gt1eh]

Cardio is an absolute MUST. People, don’t leave it to your families to wish that for you but they never ask. If you die from heart problems because you didn’t take care of yourself, YOU quit on your family and YOU let them down. I don’t care how perpetual the cycle is and how embarrassed you are to jiggle your butt around your neighborhood. DO IT! I’ve seen a BIG girl walking our neighborhood for 2 years now. She was HUGE before but she’s been at it for a couple of years. If she keeps it up, she’ll be able to run/jog without fear of heart attack or blowing out a knee/disk. SO many people die in deaths that could’ve been prevented if they were in better shape.

[@the89Tman]

Hey dude, here’s my thought: nogi jiu jitsu because it incorporates a lot of wrestling for control while not being reliant on a grip or garment like a gi. Then incorporate some judo throws in a gi because sometimes you just gotta hit a mofo with the earth.

[@warrenharrison9490]

Knew an elderly Japanese fellow that was 8th bb Judo and 7th bb karate. In a Judo training seminar he told stories of his time in Japan growing up, getting in street fighter to test his skills, he said he always defaulted to Judo after he started to get tired because it was easier to throw people. I was his uke (throwing dummy) for classes he would teach and he threw the hardest I've ever been thrown, and he wasn't even going full speed/power. He also demonstrated a front straight kick to us, short and stocky he was, kicked a trifold tumble mat bring held by an equally stocky individual that out weighed him by 20lbs and sent the individual off his feet and back a few feet. Dang impressive.

[@travisbond635]

Good show brother. God bless America. 🇺🇸

[@HenryChinaski614]

Always a pleasure.

[@josephmalachosky7141]

I'm a software developer by profession - but I often carry for various reasons. Before I lost 30 lbs., I was irritated with carrying because it was uncomfortable and uneasy. I'm now 185 lbs 5' 10'' - losing weight makes a huge difference in the confidence of conceal carry. I lost weight mainly through cutting carbs and cycling through the pandemic in case anyone is wondering.

[@fauxurfancy]

I’m a 120lb female and I’m in shape but I know I can’t out fight a man. Legally Carrying a weapon ( on your person) not in a purse is a great equalizer. I’ve had extensive training under stress, it’s so important, you know how to deal with the adrenaline dump and don’t end up with tunnel vision.

[@brianhagler4490]

Good that you tackled this issue Mike! I will mention a couple of things......One thing that drives me crazy that in 2022, officers still transport inmates to jail with no cuffs or cuffs in front of them..NO Another, is this situation clearly shows all incarcerated individuals should be belly chained. Will that still stop all attacks, no. But it’s vitally important. By the way, the inmate here was not shot!!

[@JeffMurf]

Hell yeah, I think that would be fantastic for y'all to introduce/focus on jiu jitsu that would surely help us all in our preparedness!! Bring it man

[@roberthernandez142]

Thanks Mike You’re right

[@adanolivera4500]

I work at a hotel in Cancun, a group of guys (white males not overweight) I heard one of them say we have to go on the 4th floor, the floor I was on was the 2nd, they clicked the button of the elevator, then another guy said "We're American, we don't take stairs".

[@pb8753]

Mike great point. I retired from the Air Force after 30yrs. So many guys get out of shape when they retire. You gotta stay fit for all situations. My only critique of the AF is that they don’t teach pilots combative fighting……

[@mikecastro6865]

In answer to your question regarding MA integration with gunfighting. At the core my self defense commences with MA outward from that I incorporate a weapon (Knife first) then may pistol (Springfield Hellcat). I completely agree with you that your self defense should start with the basics environment awareness, verbal skills then the ability to manage physical confrontation well enough to if needed eventually employ a firearm as last resort. I carry my pistol pocket carry because I want to be able to move and fight not having to worry about my weapon in some shuffle like in your first video clip. My background is when I was younger I competed in MMA, Jujistu, Judo, Amateur Boxing with a moderate mount of success. So whenever I incorporate a weapon it always is from that perspective. You always need to control your immediate range of contact before you can utilize any further weapons. Always a pleasure to watch your KZbin podcasts.

[@Walkerrangerstexaas]

Been training Jiu-jitsu for 6 months and love it. My wife trains with me a little 5'2 140lbs but she is very strong and her game has become the triangle choking/omaplata game working from guard as that's where she would more than likely find herself in an altercation like we see in this video.

[@Aurumfae]

I wonder if I’m too old to learn this kinda stuff? I’m 34 yr old female… is it even possible to do this at my age? (I work out, but I’m not too flexible…)

[@AlexdeCerqueira]

Yeap. You are right! Amazon is both a region and also a state in Brazil. And the Gracie's hail from the state of Pará, in the Amazon region.

[@cocolefleur]

My knee jerk reaction is to take this message personally. I am definitely overweight, but I have to acknowledge that extra weight undoubtedly is a hinderance to my performance. Hence why I work for a bank, and not in a physical job!

[@ColbsActual]

Need more of these! Please

[@timothymadaras1613]

Empty hand is a fundamental principal of self defense. It can be your first mode of action or your last depending on the situation. It teaches you a mindset and awareness as well as strategy!

[@janiebarber7884]

Abject Terror is what the Transportation Deputy/Officer just experienced. If he didn't know the definition of it then he can find his picture there. Joe Hurst taught Gracie BJJ to our officers and it's a valuable tool.

[@nickdial8528]

We were trained to create distance if possible, put one hand on the weapon pushing down, and strike at the face with the opposite hand.

[@jdscoco]

Having been in the dark of night battle with bad guys in an area not easily found from cover officers, tip top shape and training is critical no matter your role in life. Be prepared, and we are headed for some real darkness soon in this country! This will be more important than ever. Situational awareness and preparedness is critical is all aspects of daily life!

[@Strgchris]

I've been a boxer for sometime. Most fights end up on the ground because most people can't throw a punch. When I spar with my ju jitsu buddy and he can never shoot on me effectively, one because in boxing we work angles and foot work extensively, two everytime he attempts to shoot I pop him with a jab, upper cut whatever. Imo you need striking and ju jitsu, in that order.

[@micahmaldonado60]

I think it's very important to be in shape and know how to defend yourself. Especially for those in law enforcement.