Table of Contents

Introduction

Targets and Vulnerable Points

Effective Self-Defence

The Fence Posture

Combat Stance and Movement

The Punch Threat

The Grab Threat

Pushing Techniques

Defence Against a Straight Punch or Grab Attempt

Evade and Arm Break

Defence Against a Swinging Punch Attack

Jam and Takedown

Breaking a Wrist Hold

Strangles and Two-Handed Grabs

Getting Out of Trouble

Pre-Emptive Hits

Elbow Strikes

Deflect and Body Blow

Deflect and Elbow Strike

Stomp Kick or Knee Strike

Clothing Grabs

If You Get Knocked Down...

Final Notes & Glossary

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Illustrated realistic self-defence techniques that can be applied in everyday situations

About the Author

Martin J. Dougherty is a freelance writer specialising in military and defence topics. His published work deals with subjects ranging from naval weapons to personal security and self-defence. He is author of Small Arms: From the Civil War to the Present Day, Warriors of the World: The Ancient Warrior, and Weapons and Fighting Techniques of the Medieval Warrior. Dougherty has also written books on personal self defence, including Unarmed Combat (2010) and Extreme Unarmed Combat (2012).