by Kori D. Miller | Jun 25, 2015 | Dez Breaks It Down
Finger locks go way back. They’re also called small manipulation techniques mainly used on fingers, toes, and wrists. Since I’m a Hapkidoist, I’ll tell you a bit about its history before showing you today’s video. Hapkido is the combination of...
by Kori D. Miller | May 21, 2015 | Dez Breaks It Down
I’ve mentioned this before, but it’s worth repeating: Knees and elbows are weapons. They’re bony, and can inflict a lot of pain when aimed correctly. Today, I found a Krav Maga video that shows you how to use knee strikes combined with a proper grip...
by Kori D. Miller | May 14, 2015 | Dez Breaks It Down
You are a walking, talking, efficient weapon. You’re not weak. And, understanding this one, simple truth, is what self-defense is all about. You can, and should, use your voice to defend yourself whenever possible. But, recognize that it’s not always...
by Kori D. Miller | Apr 2, 2015 | Dez Breaks It Down
Have you ever been at a bar, or nightclub, and some guy is a bit too in your face? Yeah, me too. I especially hate when they decide to grab one of my wrists. It’s the ultimate soft power play. Well, here’s what you need to remember: The thumb sucks. It’s weak all...
by Kori D. Miller | Mar 5, 2015 | Dez Breaks It Down
All right ladies, this is one of those chokes some men like to do. It’s a power move that, even when the guy really didn’t mean to do it, can kill you. (Can’t you just hear the wimpy little shit, now? The police catch his sorry ass, and he whines about how it was an...