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Saturday, April 17, 2010

Personal Defense, Tactics We All Can Use!

Since 1997, the Federal Bureau of Investigations has reported an increase in violent crime in categories of rape, sexual assault, and violent attacks. Statistics show that, 1,382,012 violent crimes were reported to law enforcement in 2008.

There were 454.5 violent crimes reported per 100,000 inhabitants. Aggravated assaults accounted for 60.4 percent. Robbery accounted for 32.0 percent, forcible rape accounted for 6.4 percent and murders accounted for 1.2 percent.

With the rise in violent crime, it has become apparent that the topic of self defense
is not a commonly practiced tactic of the general population.
There are a few simple tactics which be practiced by anyone concerned about their personal safety and that of their loved ones. These tactics are taught to recruit police officers in law enforcement academy settings and they are easy enough for every one of us to implement into our daily routine.

Arm Yourself with a Quality Non-Lethal Defense Product:
In today's society, many business owners have developed retail web sites marketing the industries leading brands of quality non-lethal personal defense products. These items include but are not limited to Tasers
, Stun Guns and Personal Defense Sprays. Non-lethal personal defense products do not require permits for possession and all are considered very affordable and effective. Many of these items come with a lifetime warranty and replacement guarantee.

Be Aware of Your Surroundings:
In corporate America, it has become a daily routine for many of us to work long hours and sometimes multiple jobs in order to meet financial obligations. Many of us have long commutes to and from work and spend an average of 4-6 hours on the cell phone planning daily activities. Let's face it, most of us pack our day with more activities that anyone in their right mind would attempt to complete. The result?, We become far to busy completing tasks that our personal health
and safety become less important.
Many career criminals make a living studying our daily routine's to determine at which point we are most vulnerable, and that's when they attack. We need to train ourselves to slow down and be aware of our surroundings.

Be aware of individuals who appear to not belong in the area. (ie. bulky clothing on a hot summer day). These are indicators of potential trouble that we should stay clear of when possible.
If you are forced to do your shopping at night, take extra time to find a parking space in the front of the parking lot. Make sure the area is illuminated well by street lamps.

Look around before exiting your car. Look for people hanging around the area who have taken an interest in you. If you see someone who does not fit the area, don't get out of the car and just drive away. Worst case scenario, your were wrong about them and didn't get your groceries but you are still safe.

Many people across the country have become victims because their everyday activities have overrun their lives. Training yourself to be aware of your surroundings is simple to do for all of us and quite possibly may prevent us becoming a victim. Criminals prey on vulnerability.

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Thursday, April 15, 2010

Personal Defense Misconceptions Answered

There is a common misconception by the general public with regards to personal self defense weapons. When this topic comes up, most people believe that non-lethal self defense weapons are illegal to carry and require a special permit to carry them, this simply is not true.

Due to media coverage in the past, the topic of self defense is commonly associated with firearms and the laws restricting their possession. Few people realize that there is a wide range of non-lethal personal defense weapons available on the market which require no permit and are totally legal to carry by the general public. However, it must be noted that some of these non-lethal weapons do have some restrictions in certain states, so please check you local, state, and federal laws in you area before deciding to make a purchase. Below are some examples of affordable effective non-lethal self defense weapons available to the general public.

Tasers:

One of the latest self defense products to hit the market is the Taser C2, This non-lethal self defense weapon is the tool of choice for women in real estate, joggers, and college students around the country. Police studies have found the Taser C2 to be as effective as a 9mm handgun. The C2 can be discharged from a safe distance of 15 feet, or used as a drive stun if close quarter applications are necessary.

The Taser C2 works by discharging two probes from a cartridge into an attacker. The probes are attached to the Taser by wire contacts capable of firing up to 15 feet. 50,000 volts travels through the wires into the probes causing involuntary muscle contractions forcing an attacker to become incapacitated and fall to the ground.

The Taser C2 has a lifetime replacement guarantee. The units are designed to be left behind in the event they have to be used. The 30 second cycle was developed to give users a chance to get away and retreat to a safe distance. By filing a police report about the incident and forwarding a copy to the manufacturer your unit will be replaced free of charge. We believe your life and safety is worth far more than the cost of a Taser C2.

The Taser C2 requires a felony background be conducted for activation. This background check cost's $9.95 and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Some states have restrictions on electronic control devices (E.C.D.'s). Tasers are currently prohibited in NY, NJ, WI, MI, RI, MA, D.C., and HI.

Pepper Spray:

Pepper spray is a very affordable and effective personal self defense tool. pepper spray comes in many forms. The most effective form of pepper spray is a concentration of 10% to 18% O.C. (Oleoresin Capsicum). This is a very potent concentration of Cayenne Pepper with a heat rating of 2 to 3 million scoville heat units. Capsaicin is a chemical compound which stimulates nerve endings in the skin and mucous membranes causing great pain and discomfort virtually incapacitating and attacker. Pepper spray is very affordable and an absolute must for anyone concerned with personal safety.

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Saturday, April 10, 2010

Self Defense & Self Defense Products How Do You Decide?

With all of the various types of Self Defense Products on the market today, how do you determine which product it right for YOU and for what situation? I can honestly answer this one It is nothing but a personal choice. You must have some basic knowledge of the product you are thinking about purchasing. Some products are very simple to use such as pepper spray and electronic whistles and others can sometimes be just a little more intimidating to use such as kubotans, stun guns or telescopic stun batons.
With all of the various types of Self Defense Products on the market today, how do you determine which product it right for YOU and for what situation? I can honestly answer this one It is nothing but a personal choice. You must have some basic knowledge of the product you are thinking about purchasing. Some products are very simple to use such as pepper spray and electronic whistles and others can sometimes be just a little more intimidating to use such as kubotans, stun guns or telescopic stun batons.

Regardless of what self defense product you choose, you should practice and become familiar with the self defense weapon. The reason I call it a weapon is because you will be using it as one. You MUST be confident so when the need arises you react instinctively and with FORCE. You are being attacked and you DO have the right to protect yourself and your family

Do as much as you can to avoid a confrontation anticipation and avoidance are the key words. If you get caught up in a situation, try to talk to an aggressor without provoking them. Practice relaxation, as appearing fearful or stressed can actually provoke an attack. Remember that body language is important in aggressive situations, so maintain a comfortable distance between you and the aggressor.

This technique is not always successful and that is when you MUST to be ready to ACT.

Steady yourself if danger threatens. Panic can disable you, so again it's useful to learn how to keep control in a difficult situation. And if you must fight back, adopt what police term the bash and dash approach. Primary targets are the eyes, nose, mouth, ears, throat, groin, knees or shins choose whichever is easiest to get to.
Let's talk about some Self Defense Products:

Pepper Spray

OC is an inflammatory agent. Contact with mucous membranes like eyes, nose, throat and lungs causes instant capillary dilation. This results in major tearing of the eyes, if not temporary blindness, and breathing restriction. Sprayed into an attacker's face, pepper spray is an excellent self defense product the victim will be incapacitated long enough for you to get away or get help. And the effects are not long lasting; you needn't worry that you've caused damage as you could with mace or tear gas.

he kubotan is legal and entirely unregulated. To most people, the Kubotan is little more than a nondescript key ring. While the Kubotan is not particularly intimidating, it remains an effective self defense installment. It really can save your life.

Stun Guns and How They Work

Stun guns use high voltage and low amperage to temporarily disable an attacker for several minutes. The stun gun does not rely on pain for results. The energy stored in the gun is dumped into the attacker's muscles causing them to do a great deal of work rapidly. This rapid work cycle instantly depletes the attackers blood sugar by converting it to lactic acid.
In short,he is unable to produce energy for his muscles,and his body is unable to function properly. The stun gun also interrupts the tiny neurological impulses that control and direct voluntary muscle movement. When the attacker's neuromuscular system is overwhelmed and controlled by the stun gun he loses his balance. Should the attacker be touching you, the current will NOT pass to your body!
There are numerous types of stun guns on the market today. Each one has a role to play. This again comes down to personal choice. Stun Guns can range from 50,000 volts up to 1,000,000 volts. All are classified as Non Lethal Self Defense Weapons. My preference in a stun gun is the Stun Master Hot Shot. This choice is due to the size and the wallop that it provides. If I am attacked the Hot Shot is going to Mess up the attacker's day!
With a stunning device, you must check your local laws to ensure it is legal to purchase and use.

Telescopic Stun Baton:

The telescopic stun baton that I prefer protects you in three ways a Light, a loud 120db Alarm and 800,000 volts of stopping power. It's rechargeable so you never have to buy batteries. Its 21.5 inches long when fully extended, and only 13 inches when collapsed.
The full length of the metal part is electrified. If the attacker tries to grab the Telescopic Stun Baton from you, he will be shocked. A push of the trigger immediately expands the Telescopic Stun Baton and starts shocking. Just push it on the end to collapse. It is very easy to do.
You shouldn't worry about being shocked should the attacker be touching you. Won't happen! The current will not pass to you. It will shock through a 1/2 inch of clothing.
With a stunning device, you must check your local laws to ensure it is legal to purchase and use.
I will repeat an earlier statement Do as much as you can to avoid a confrontation anticipation and avoidance. If and when this is not possible, PROTECT YOURSELF.

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Taser, The Best Non-Lethal Personal Defense Weapon Available

One of the latest self defense products to hit the market is the Taser C2, This non-lethal self defense weapon is the tool of choice for women in real estate, joggers, and college students around the country. The C2 can be discharged from a safe distance of 15 feet, or used as a drive stun if close quarter applications are necessary.

The Taser C2 is definitely the best choice for personal self defense applications for the following reasons.

Allows the user to stay a safe distance away from their attacker (15 feet).
Same Taser Technology used by Law Enforcement Officers across the country.
Can penetrate up to 2 inches of clothing.
Runs for a 30 second cycle, keeping an attacker down and incapacitated allowing the user time to get away to safety.
Can be re-activated multiple times after each 30 second cycle.
Has the capability of a back-up "drive stun" for close quarter altercations.
Comes with a lifetime replacement guarantee.

The Taser C2 works by discharging two probes from a cartridge into an attacker. The probes are attached to the Taser by wire contacts capable of firing up to 15 feet. 50,000 volts travels through the wires into the probes causing involuntary muscle contractions forcing an attacker to become incapacitated and fall to the ground.

The Taser C2 has a lifetime replacement guarantee. The units are designed to be left behind in the event they have to be used. The 30 second cycle was developed to give users a chance to get away and retreat to a safe distance. By filing a police report about the incident and forwarding a copy to the manufacturer your unit will be replaced free of charge. We believe your life and safety is worth far more than the cost of a Taser C2.

Buyer's interested in obtaining a Taser C2 or other models are encouraged to check with their local laws and regulations regarding possession and use of Taser products. Some states have restrictions on electronic control devices (E.C.D.'s). Tasers are currently prohibited in NY, NJ, WI, MI, RI, MA, D.C., and HI.

Upon purchase and delivery of the Taser C2, a felony background check ($9.95) is required to activate the unit. Simply contact Taser International to complete the background check and upon successful completion they will give the user an activation code and instruction of how to activate the unit. Once activated, the C2 is ready to be used to protect the user and their family.

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Personal Self Defense Considerations

Personal Self Defense Considerations

Experienced martial artists frequently brag about having the ability to fend off multiple attackers at once and come out of the incident victorious. Although I am sure this has some truth to it depending on each persons level of training and experience, the fact is most Americans do not have near the training necessary for a close quarter combat scenario.

Fact is this, unless you have an extensive background in many different styles of martial arts the best alternative for self defense is arming yourself with a personal defense weapon. Many of the skilled martial artist's who fight in the Mixed Martial Art competitions today find they are skilled in stand up boxing or Maui-Thai Kickboxing but when the fight ends up on the ground, their ground fighting skills are in serious need of work. Remember these guy's train hundreds of hours in a gym against opponents with better training.

In my 23 years of training in the arts of Tae-Kwon-Do, Brazilian Jiujitsu, and Karate all of my master instructors taught that the only winner of a fight is the person that never got into a fight to start with, however if you are interested in investing in your self defense training, I would suggest one of the following styles;

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Statistics show that most altercations end up on the ground with opponents ground fighting trying to gain the upper hand on the other. Brazilian Jiujitsu teaches ground fighting skills, joint manipulation and submission holds. Acquiring these skills can make a difference between being a victim or walking away from an attack.

Krav Maga

Krav Maga is an eclectic hand-to hand combat system developed in Israel which involves wrestling, grappling, and striking techniques. This fierce combination of skills give users a well defined array of tools to defend against personal attacks. However, as with BJJ, dedication and determination is required to reach an attainable level of training necessary to be successful.

Aikido

Aikido on a purely physical level it is an art involving some throws and joint locks that are derived from Jujitsu and some throws and other techniques derived from Kenjutsu. Aikido focuses not on punching or kicking opponents, but rather on using their own energy to gain control of them or to throw them away from you. It is not a static art, but places great emphasis on motion and the dynamics of movement.

Although all of the arts are very effective in defending ones self, it is suggested that a personal defense weapon be added to the personal defense arsenal. What the general public does not know is that usually when a fight goes to the ground in a close quarter combat scenario, both opponents involved sustain some sort of injury or another. Is a ground fight can be avoided by utilizing a personal defense weapon from a distance, well, then it goes without saying that it is the best course of action. A good rule of thumb to follow is this, THERE IS ALWAYS SOMEONE OUT THERE WITH BETTER TRAINING AND SKILLS THAN YOU.

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Self Defense & Self Defense Products How Do You Decide?

Personal safety is essential for your well being and in today's society, there just simply is no excuse for compromising your security. What most Americans do not know is the fact there are a number of tools available that you can use to make sure that you are not vulnerable to a violent attack in today's world with increasing crime trends. Non-lethal self defense weapons are designed with the general public's safety in mind. Although there are some state and local restrictions on their use, most are entirely legal to possess without a license or permit.

Since 2007, F.B.I. nationwide statistics show an increase in violent crime's such as rape, kidnapping, burglary, and violent attack's. Hard working professionals such as real estate workers, college students, career driver's, small business owners and much more would all benefit in investing in non-lethal self defense weapon systems. There items are all very affordable and considered a cheap investment in personal safety and well being.

When the topic of personal safety is brought up, most people consider the idea of having a hand gun for their protection. It is important to note that in all situations where a gun was used in a personal defense situation, the result left a long lasting impression of everyone involved. Permanent injuries to the attacker and re-occurring mental issues of the victim not to mention potential civil and possible criminal litigation. Sure, some may say when referring to the attacker's actions that "He had it coming", right? Well, there are documented cases throughout the nation where this was not the case at all. The simple fact is this, there are a variety of non-lethal self defense weapons available on the market today that are just as effective as firearms, the best part is there is no long term effect's on either party. Depending on the type of system being used, most people recover from their effects within 45 minutes to an hour.

There are essentially three categories that non-lethal self defense weapons fall into, which include but are not limited to; Electronic Control Devices: ( Tasers and Stun Guns)

Tasers

The TASER® series has almost 100% effectiveness rating. It combines the injury reducing benefits of traditional stun technology with a quantum leap in stopping power via new Electro-Muscular Disruption (EMD) technology.
Police studies have shown, the new TASER® has a higher instant incapacitation rate than a 9mm hand gun. The TASER® shoots out 2 darts attached to 15 feet of wire. 50,000 volts travels over the wires and over-rides the central nervous system providing incredible take down power and incapacitation. The TASER® can also be used to follow up with Stun Drives.

Personal Defense Sprays:

In addition to causing an attacker pain, Pepper SprayPepper Spray swells the mucous membranes, which makes breathing difficult, and swells the veins in the eyes, causing the eyes to close. These effects can last up to 45 minutes and cause no permanent damage. Pepper Spray is a target specific non-lethal self defense weapon. Thus; to be most effective an attacker must be sprayed in the face. Pressure Point Control Tools: These tools can be very effective, however they require close personal contact and are considered to be a target specific weapon. In order for them to be effective, a pressure point must be manipulated to cause pain compliance. They require knowledge of pressure point locations.

There are many online stores offering legal non-lethal self defense products. Most of these products are well capable of offering you the kind of protection you need depending on you individual needs and abilities.

It is a common fact that most people do not even think about personal safety until it is to late and they have become a victim. Adding a non-lethal personal defense weapon to your arsenal is CHEAP insurance for personal safety. Remember, statistics show that 4 out of 10 women have been a victim of violent crime or they know someone who has. 2 of the remaining 6 will be a victim at some point in their lifetime. Don't wait to become a victim before investing in your personal safety.

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