How to Defend Yourself Unarmed Combat Skills That Work

Effective self-defence is a matter of playing the odds – increasing your own advantages and decreasing those of your opponent. Written in clear easy-to-understand detail, How to Defend Yourself gives readers the tools to safely defend themselves. In this step-by-step illustrated guide, experienced martial arts instructor Martin J. Dougherty teaches a wide range of defense techniques, including: dealing with grabs, punches and kicks, using blocks, deflections and evasions, identifying potential threats, preemptive hits and counterattacks. Comprehensive and essential, How to Defend Yourself is an invaluable guide to get out of potentially difficult situations while coming to minimal harm.