Posted: 1/22/2010 9:10:05 AM EDT
| I was reading this advetisement ... http://www.closecombattraining.com/cctraining/startg.php?gclid=CJS25ovLuJ8CFQi_sgod7F7Yzg...anyone ever check it out... I am one of those old out of shape guys who has not been in a fight since the 70s.... I could handle myself then but now I can't even run away... Looking for efficient ways to stand a chance if I have to fight.... |
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This could just be my opinion but I would never rely on a defense technique that I didn't learn in person with a physical instructor. Learning how to defend yourself on a dvd where you don't have someone who is able to stop and physically show you what you are doing wrong, or how to get the most out of each move/technique just won't be the same. You need to be able to practice with someone in person with people who know what they are doing. As to the now in such a shape that you can't even run... Well that might be step one on where to start. |
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For some reason I was never a fan of this guy.Too much marketing foof. I agree with just about every reply. get a gun, get in shape(make an effort), and take a class or two. Nothing wrong with dvds. Just need to really practice with someone or make a training dummy if you prefer to go at it alone. |
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That "Capt. Chris" fellow (or whatever he's calling himself today) is a scammer. There are reports of unauthorized charges by some who have purchased his material. Avoid him like the plauge. His crap is really just WWII-era combatives repackaged in "OMG deadly secret mercenary fighting system!!!" wrappings. That is not to say that WWII-type combatives are not a valid system of self-defense. They work perfectly well if practiced and applied correctly. However, it is just foolish to think you can learn something via the internet or video and have as good an understanding of it as you would from learning it in person.
That said, if you're interested in self-defense (or even if you're not), it behooves you to get back in shape. Even low-impact exercises (bike, swimming, etc.), done properly, will force adaptations in your cardiovascular system, increasing your endurance, and more importantly at your age, longevity. If your body can handle the stress, take up MMA or boxing. If not, judo is a very safe and practical martial art, and you can practice it (and even compete) without worrying about striking or some of the more dangerous, potentially debilitating locks (such as ankle locks and neck cranks) you'd see in other systems. One thing to consider when picking a martial art or combatives system is whether or not you can train full-speed against a resisting opponent. If you can't (such as in many traditional martial arts, and some modern systems like Krav Maga), you will essentially be unprepared to defend yourself. |
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Any kind of martial art, or physical activity is better than sitting on the couch...even sitting on the couch watching a self defense DVD.
Simply put, there is no way around the reality that to gain proficiency, you will actually have to practice techniques with someone to either perform the technique on, or someone to coach you about how to do the technique better. As it with firearms, you can't just buy a firearm and a DVD, watch the DVD and magically become a good shot. You have to practice...same with self defense. A good teacher will make the learning fun, and rewarding. Lots of well deserved self pride is gained from all the work at your chosen style. |