Keep It Real

Keep It Real provides an in-depth look into self-defense philosophies, principles, and applications. This book is intended for both the non-martial artist and the martial artist. Topics such as situational awareness, verbal de-escalation, evasion, fight, and flight are covered along with basic striking techniques, detailed grab defenses, punch defenses, and weapon defenses. The reader will gain insight into how a criminal thinks and chooses his or her victims. The reader will also learn what it takes mentally and physically to survive a violent encounter. Keep It Real provides the essentials to protect yourself and stay safe!

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 2 - Self-Defense Concepts
Chapter 3 - Fighting Concepts
Chapter 4 - Basic Open Hand Striking
Chapter 5 - Basic Closed Hand Striking
Chapter 6 - Basic Leg Techniques
Chapter 7 - Grab Attacks
Chapter 8 - Punch Attacks
Chapter 9 - Weapon Attacks
Chapter 10 - Myths of Self-Defense