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Self-defense methods like Krav Maga may not be everyone’s go-to workout, but there are plenty of reasons why it should be! Krav Maga’s original intent was to be a military level hand-to-hand combat program. It was then converted into a form of self-defense for civilians as a way to defend people against real world attackers. However, a welcome byproduct of dedicated Krav Maga practice is a vigorous, full-body workout. Many Krav Maga self defense techniques for men can also be productive…

The best way to learn to fight for self-defense might be different than what a large population might think or really understand. The term “fighting” is feared by some people, it’s confusing to some people, and yet it’s glorified and exciting to others. The ability to “fight” is going to be different for each and every person.  Krav Maga Worldwide classes teach fighting skills from a self-defense perspective. Learning to fight and learning effective self-defense takes two major components. The…

There’s no getting around it: In today’s world, there’s a lot of fretting about what to eat and how much to eat. Sometimes, with specific lifestyles and practices in play, the questions can become even trickier. People ask us all the time: is there a “krav maga diet” that works best for the rigorous training that comes with the practice? The answer is yes and no. While there are definitely things you can consume and choices you can make to…

There are many types of self-defense programs, and each has its own rituals and its own system of movements. Whether it be Karate, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, or boxing, people are drawn to these disciplines for a variety of reasons. However, in the end, the point of learning self-defense is -- as the name suggestions -- to defend yourself. That is what sets Krav Maga apart from the other forms of self-defense. Krav Maga is not a martial art, but rather a…

Mixed martial arts is a modern and popular combat sport. It takes inspiration from a number of martial arts and self-defense systems, putting them under an umbrella of rules to encourage fair and competitive spectator fights. One of the self-defense systems it borrows from is Krav Maga. There is a fair amount of technique originating from Krav Maga to be found in MMA. But what you won’t find are the eye gouges, groin kicks, or other strikes too brutal for…

Defending against armed attackers and training weapons defenses are a major element of Krav Maga Worldwide self-defense training. Krav Maga Worldwide self-defense is a system that was originally developed for training military units. The need to understand weapons training and defense against armed attackers is in our roots.  A world filled with weapons. It’s no secret that we live in a world where weapons are everywhere. Literally and figuratively. In day-to-day life, it’s practically impossible to know who may or…

In Krav Maga, dealing with multiple attackers is a critical part of training. The key principles focus on aggression, speed, and simplicity, leveraging the environment and any available objects as tools. When faced with more than one attacker, there are several core strategies to keep in mind: 1. Create Distance and Keep Moving Avoid being surrounded: Constantly move to avoid being in the center of a circle where attackers can come at you from all directions. If possible, back up…

Krav Maga is one of the most valuable self-defense systems available today. Not only does it offer a life-changing workout that accommodates every lifestyle and fitness level, but it also focuses on cultivating your self-defense skills beyond the training center by stressing the importance of situational awareness. While it’s easy to succeed in a controlled setting within a training facility, real-world attacks throw the rules of guided instruction out the window. The ability to recognize a potentially dangerous situation within…

The importance of self-defense training cannot be overemphasized. There are many reasons why self-defense is important. The world can be a dangerous place. Learning to defend yourself and the people you love from those who would do you harm is an important part of staying safe and being a more confident person. The fitness benefits that come with training in a self-defense program include a myriad of physical, mental, and emotional benefits that can help you lead a happier, healthier,…

Krav Maga is the official fighting system of the Israeli Defense Forces and of many U.S. law enforcement agencies. While the system is very efficient, the training needed to master it is long and intense. A Krav Maga belt ranking system is used in many schools in order to acknowledge students’ achievement as they make their way through training and to differentiate who is at what level or rank. However, this isn’t always the case. Some places do not use…