Self Defence MYTHS MARTIAL ARTS EXPERTS Still Believe

[@dcsteve7869]

Guy I used to know who worked security years ago got punched and grabbed up our nightclub once. He was a trained MMA fighter, been going down that path for the professionals for years but he still panicked. It wasn't until he got over the initial shock of being attacked from behind that he remembered he had a pocket knife and managed to stab the guy in the arm a couple of times before we got there let the guy have it. The ability to recover is the 2nd most important thing in self defense if you ask me. The first is not letting yourself get attacked in the first place but we don't always have a choice in that. I've found that training to work through getting hurt is better than thinking about some technique you'll use if something happens. I've never seen anyone really pull off a successful move like they show you in the videos but everyone I know who survived the job learned how to hang in during a fight and push through until they won.

[@captainalex157]

did he get in legal trouble for using a knife (deadly weapon)?

[@nsf001-3]

Securty guards are evil. Guarntee the guy "attacking him" was actually defenidng himself. I'm sure your terrorist buddy got no consequences for stabbing somebody, even though an actual victim defending themselves would be in prison for it. Sickening

[@dcsteve7869]

@@nsf001-3 he was a drunk that was mad he was told to finish his drink up during last call. Don't want to get stabbed or roughed up then you should behave yourself in public. Maybe self defense laws aren't a thing where you are from but in this country it's don't start no problems won't be no problems. Might want to work on that chip on your shoulder it's obviously diverting blood from your brain

[@dcsteve7869]

@@captainalex157 nope. Self defense, the guy was choking him. Got his arm stabbed up for his trouble.

[@captainalex157]

@@dcsteve7869 ok so they saw choking as attempted murder which judtifies deadly force, good on him. if i did that here id be prison for years tho, judges are protecting aggressors like theres no tomorrow

[@philellis5595]

I’d much rather have a situation awareness look a possible predator in the eye and never turn my back on them rather than try to figure out how to get out of it an attack. I love your videos!

[@fightscience]

Agreed prevention is far better than cure. Thanks for watching.

[@paulhornbogen980]

Dr. P. Why I like your channel so much is that you break down key psychological factors. 1. Situational awareness. 2. Suprise-freeze then recover. So damn important in that split second sir. As you indicated Dr. P, you take it them. Urban or rural settings. Your key concepts can applied in both. Keep up the good work.

[@jordanburrill7182]

Yes. Especially today, there is a lack of situational awareness is almost an invitation. Ppl should use the opportunity of being in a store or shelter to observe what is going on outside in the parking lot and who is out there.

[@tinkerwithstuff]

Unfortunately, the more common attacks of the last 15 years or so where I live, have been in packs... not usually alone. Also, often of the kind where someone being on the ground is not regarded as a reason to stop kicking.

[@fightscience]

Sorry to hear. But predators hunt in packs. Will cover something on this soon for you.

[@didamnesia3575]

​@@fightsciencepredators hunt alone. Cowards hunt in packs

[@thegroundpounders]

@@fightscience unfortunately that’s the world we live in now. I am lucky enough to have a unrestricted CCW license, I spent 25 yrs in the military saw action in Afghanistan and retired from law enforcement. Thank you for the great videos you put out, you help a lot of people with your honest no BS videos regarding self defense and I’ll say it again with all my training I have, I always learned something new from you, especially when you talk about the psychology of aggression.

[@Exxeron-ob3tv]

@@didamnesia3575 The ignorance in your post is astounding, unless you're a tough guy, of course. So... are you? A tough guy?

[@Exxeron-ob3tv]

@@fightscience You have already covered situational awareness in several videos. Including this one. Will look forward to one on surviving a pack attack though. /salute

[@davesmith7432]

I love this channel, it’s brilliant!

[@fightscience]

Big thank you.

[@alidashti1130]

Great move to learn

[@Cyber-Rain]

Over the recent few years, I've been picking up the habit of using reflections to look behind me.

[@wadehampton1737]

I've been watching you for quite a while now. I consider you a very good teacher. There's a nice demeanor about you.

[@SirChivalRegal]

Creating as much distance with the attacker , as in running forward and then spinning...or just keep 🏃‍♂️

[@istvanbally2817]

Awesome advice. Your mate is a champion for taking all those unexpected hits. 😂

[@stephk5255]

This is a good synopsis of what Tony Blauer has been teaching for 40+ years. Good info!

[@michaelruggiero2076]

I like what you do... having said that, I wonder why you show your moves only once. Maybe if you can show it several times in real time and slow motion. It could only help and make sure your camera guy gets the shot as well. You do a excellent job of letting viewers know how things are really like on the street!!

[@fightscience]

Thanks. I just try to keep my information short and sweet. Guess people can rewind if they are interested. But feedback is good. I'll put some more detail next time I film. Thanks for watching.

[@argentgrove]

@@fightscience I think you showed plenty and reinforced what you said with just the right amount of repetition. The whole point of the video seemed to be focused on situational awareness and training yourself to recover from shock/surprise more quickly, not techniques. Slowing down and more elaborately demonstrating moves seems counter to the video's message.

[@CurtisTaylor3813]

I love that this channel deals with the psychology of the matter as well as the physical; excellent

[@Pierre50mm]

I never go out having my eyes and ears being dumb. Be aware of the surroundings, no panic. Stay calm, open your eyes and your ears.

[@thegroundpounders]

30 yrs ago, I was coming out of a bank with then my girlfriend who is my wife now and started walking minding our business when two thugs came from behind us and started punching me about the head. At first I thought it was a prank and soon realized they were attempting to rob me. Perhaps, because I was in the Marines at that time, I momentarily froze then I realized what was happening and immediately my Marine training kicked in. I put my hands with my fists closed to cover my neck and head. I made myself a smaller target by quickly crouching and getting out the way and right away I went into survival mode. I quickly got up and started hitting both guys, I punched, kicked, bit and clawed just like I was taught in the Marines and the two guys seeing that I fought back with such ferocity quickly stopped and ran away. That was 30 yrs ago, and till this day I’m always aware of my surroundings and I don’t let anyone get behind me. Keep up the good work with your videos, I enjoy them much and I always learn something new, you do a fantastic job teaching people myths from reality.

[@christiandulworth4427]

Perfect illustration of Musashis teaching that the battle begins in the mind, fueled by the spirit and expressed physically

[@bc-guy852]

Your videos are absolutely epic. I don't know how deep your team is - but that is one incredible assistant we see. Nick is it? A fabulous job, nicely illustrated in this episode! Mad Respect from (peaceful) BC, Canada.

[@jjfy6]

Phenomenal video, very professional but practical advice for situations that ANYONE can be caught up in.

[@snakeman9902]

Oh god ,I can so relate, been grabbed, while I was shopping in a crowded place from behind, certainly wasnt expecting it. Luckily, it was someone from my past, who I worked with, big body builder , his appearance had changed, so didnt recognise him straight away. Strength Power Size Mixed with shock and freeze was a valuable lesson learnt.

[@indriadrayton1132]

As someone who has been assaulted in the past, this is very helpful! NYC representin', yo!!!

[@bw6078]

Loved the out take shortly after 2 minutes. It showed real time how to do what you described.

[@levio1314]

Your videos are awesome. Appreciate the thought process and break downs.

[@garagebodz8441]

Thank you for the realistic view and scenarios.

[@mrwindsor9082]

Great video. Please keep uploading similar material.

[@jimmymorrison8314]

I love the way your man's smiling, he knows he's got a couple coming.

[@zachparade2791]

Good stuff!

[@fightscience]

Thanks 😊

[@piehound]

Overall i like your approach. The teaching about situational awareness . . . the element of surprise is most important. And knowing what to do to avoid freezing up needs constant training. Just awareness is not enough in my opinion. Keep up the important work. Evil intent is real in the hearts and minds of others.

[@sifuclarenceanwar6162]

😎Excellent!Excellent!Thank you for sharing another great video!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🍵

[@fightscience]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@ADayintheLifeoftheTw]

Simulated attack sparring should be practiced with multiple potential opponents. Sounds like field trip day for my fight club 😁👍

[@aaronbarlow4376]

I don't know how people can listen to music while outside in an urban environment, I have to be able to listen to my environment. Phone zombies is a good description.

[@jjbarea5810]

I’d love to see a coop between fight science and Marc McYoung 💪

[@Hathur]

The self defense school I've gone to for 20+ years (which has already saved me from assault twice in my life so far) provides simulated survival lessons after an initial surprise attack. Obviously punching you in the face is not condusive to health and safety in self-defense training as it can lead to serious injuries, instead our school will provide optional simulations outdoors in a park several times a year where you are pepper sprayed (this is to simulate the disorientation, stunning and general impairment a surprise blow would cause) without warning (we stand in a broad circle and there are multiple people with pepper spray, you don't know when / who is going to spray you) - followed immediately by someone trying to grab you, throw you to the ground, drag you off etc. It's obviously still not the same as a real life surprise attack, but it's the next best thing I think that avoids the risk of serious injury you can get from full or even partial contact strikes to the head to stun you in a training environment. It certainly helped me, I think, overcome surprise in the 2 times I've been attacked unexpectedly in my lifetime and survive the attacks with minor injuries.

[@fightscience]

Your training sounds very good. Well done. As you said it has limitations but it is still leagues better than the average self defence approach.

[@Mavrik-60]

I went to the hard wear store and bought a swivel and put my head on it. Now you can't sneak up on me. Lol keepemcoming

[@fightscience]

Did you get me one? 😂

[@reverentalexanderchezeley-6367]

Great advice. Thanks dudes.

[@Salty_Berserker]

Always Fascinated. This should be taught in schools

[@fireatwill8143]

Great, I like the key lock 😎. It's definitely true about awareness. Very rare I use mobile's in public places unless I really have to, and even then I'm hyper aware 🤨. But it's amazing how many people I've seen even crossing busy roads with their heads down texting! 😴 . 👍

[@rubenrodriguez2590]

Very cool video... Thanks. Keep them coming

[@chris2329]

Beautiful Thank you

[@jamesswain100]

Another great breakdown Dr. Mark. Thanks

[@fightscience]

Thank you Sir.

[@backbison]

Fantastic, Thank you.

[@joelikeskawasaki5215]

Pity the fool step to Nick 💀😎

[@bennybabylon43]

Rory Milkers book preparing for violence talks about breaking the freeze

[@donald4054]

very good advice and discssion

[@prospero6337]

Always love your stuff man. ✅

[@johnn9977]

Good information

[@shaunphillips5664]

Love your channel. Was wondering how you feel about faking a heart attack or fit of some kind to throw your attacker off guard?

[@VTPSTTU]

Thanks for the video #fightboss. I occasionally watch college wrestling matches on KZbin. Sometimes, I see people do a roll to get out from under the down position. If a person is aware of the attack but isn't able to avoid that first swinging punch, could going into a roll of that kind be valuable? In boxing, the old expression was "rolling with the punch." In this case, the roll would include some kind of somersault to be in a different place from where the attacker was expecting. The defender could complete the roll and then be standing a few feet away. I don't know that I could do this with my health isses no matter how much I trained. For someone a little younger and much healthier, could a roll work? I sometimes train with my cane in my hand as I would normally walk and the heavy bag behind me. I then turn into the bag and deliver a strike combination with my cane. I'm not healthy enough to train this move repeatedly. I become too fatigued too quickly. I still like trying to make the move a bit automatic. If the attacker is coming from the side of the arm holding the cane, I try to move my hand down the cane, get both hands on the cane, and drive the crook into the attacker's face. If the attacker is coming from the side of the arm not holding the cane, I try to get both hands on the cane, turn, and drive the tip of the cane into the attacker's abdomen. I rarely look at my phone when I walk. When I do, I tend to trip, fall, and hurt myself without anyone else having to attack me at all.

[@Bamboocha-ey7ns]

What do you think about Hollywood style chest fly machines?

[@FIS681]

I've seen lots of MMA fights finished with a rear naked choke submission. How can you defend yourself if the attacker locks his choke arm into his other elbow and prevents you from using the technique you demonstrated in this video? Would head butts, biting, groin strikes/pulls, or running backwards and tripping up the attacker be effective? Could you possibly deploy a weapon like a hand gun or knife if you have them?

[@m4rvinmartian]

*3:30** +1 Nick for the grunt, lol*

[@davidcarter8457]

Thank you.

[@fightscience]

Thank you for watching.

[@dreadnoughtus2598]

3:23 - Did he fall asleep for a bit then? 😂😂

[@regprofant8609]

You are definitely one of my favorite

[@fightscience]

Thank you Sir.

[@PaulStevens-z8b]

Have you ever thought about writing a book on the stuff you feature on your videos?

[@Pierre50mm]

In the '70s, in Los Angeles, a karate black belt woman freezed by a sudden aggression.

[@flylord4927]

Love your stuff!

[@fightscience]

Thank you Sir.

[@raydrexler5868]

The more time you can buy, the more likely help will come, the more likely he’ll/they’ll give up. I know it sounds obvious, but the key to survival is survival. Get strong, good cardio, get on the mats and get dinged up a bit. Loose in a controlled environment with people who don’t want to hurt you.

[@getoffmylawn8986]

If this happens and my arms are free, my assailant is done for. I carry a 4" blade automatic knife with a pocket clip in my right side pocket every day, and a pistol at about the 3:30 position. Mark, I know you guys can't have that stuff in your neck of the woods, but your instruction is clearly extremely valuable regardless of what I'm carrying.

[@sircefiro]

I never walk around with headphones, need to be able to hear shit coming

[@ianfirth33]

Scientifically, the freeze period is 1.5 seconds, where your brain is trying to process what is happening. It seems along time.

[@jeffthomas5291]

Stop beating up that man! Does he have Health insurance.

[@8alakai8]

be ready to block like just did recently i did not want to hit back i know better ways of blocking and then having going on the person with my other hand can be a hit or just a hold that will make them go more agressive so if you do that undrerstand you have to go full on then not all people caqn do that and you cant train that only know after real life stuff

[@OldBadger1]

Ive elbowed,backfist, 2 people in the face when they grabbed me from behind. Unfortunately one was a friend the other a teacher 😅.

[@j.robertsergertson4513]

So basically don't be a techno zombie , maintain situational awareness

[@knutelindstrom3716]

I just hope that it’s not one of my friends playing a joke on me because I tend to elbow & stab rather than grab the arm around my neck first! I always keep knives at the ready for either hand & my friends generally know this, but if they get super drunk & try to come up on me forgetting that I might not know it’s a prank, then they could possibly get hurt & it’s all bad! Everyone should make sure their friends don’t try doing pranks like that, as grabbing someone around the neck from behind by friends should be forewarned in friendly situations, otherwise one might assume it’s an attack! No one’s safe nowadays!

[@8alakai8]

being bullyd as a kid i know a lot of this even been beat up by 8 people all around me and the only injury i got was when i punched one of them in the balls with my right hand but hit instandly on my right side of my head if i had not hit the guy i would have been able to block it like i was doing before it helpt that i knew gymnasticst and was a skatebaorder every time they wiped my legs with a sweep kick i would just land on my feet they got me but i could recover i thionk that was my luck ore i would have been beaten to pulp.so my staying up kept me safe only one blowe to the right eye bad but i got one guy in the ball no other bad injuries but was young and a skateboarder broekn bones before that

[@grahamnutt8958]

👊👍

[@GUYEDITINGS]

W

[@didamnesia3575]

If you tell you master that a certain technique doesn't work for you and he keeps telling you it works in the street... LEAVE IMMEDIATELY!! There are a lot of bad schools and people teaching their old lessons instead of what works

[@jamielondon6436]

This is basically 100% S.P.E.A.R.

[@jamesonstalanthasyu]

what did the martial arts experts believe?

[@keything8487]

obligatory comment ........... here

[@8alakai8]

training not to flinch can be done not only by ambush training i have noticed that skateboarding has learnd me to deal with oh shit momensts even where i break a bone and stuf goos slomo but yuo learn to react and not to freez

[@LK-bz9sk]

In the USA today you probably just going to get shot versus sucker punched or jumped by two guys. The disregard for life is astonishing.

[@GF93725]

Your student seems like he really wanted to hit you 😮? But then it seems like you punish him by being aggressive towards him. Not sure which came first, it was edited out I think 💬🤔.😅

[@everetunknown5890]

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[@sircefiro]

Seems to be a lot more people just getting shot or stabbed these days, worlds getting bad

[@DenshaOtoko2]

More often than criminals like robbers or thieves or gangsters or syndicate guys. It's military sometimes or police and security just bullying civilians.

[@nsf001-3]

Yep. More accurately, it's the police/military/security that are the robbing thieving gangsters

[@tomoffel1963]

man the big guy looks tired in this video. maybe he earned a vacation

[@kengoyer3828]

Nick needs lunch

[@Kemp1730]

Insert nice comment here ❤❤

[@johndempster2288]

nonsence

[@dashtuso4397]

I carry spyderco S blade fully serrated 4" fold/lock blade and got surrounded by four (15 - 20 ft distance) in underground parking structure, I didnt recognize an immediate escape path so instead presented knife showing it to all of them and yelled at them "find someone else! find someone else!" and they moved on in different directions. not sure how smart that was but all i know is it worked, still situational awareness gave me that opportunity.. welcome to long beach ca. p.s. I am sure it was the gnarly look of the knife that helped, thanks spyderco any feedback on my actions appreciated 🙏