Some people are more inclined towards certain fighting methods than others. If you are wondering how you should defend yourself, you need to get to know yourself first.
Steps
Step 1. Ask yourself:
are you passive Do you deal with conflicts directly? And if so, to what extent?
Step 2. Analyze your physical size
Take advantage of what you have: If you have a large range, use it to strike from a considerable distance. If you are shorter and stouter, keep in mind that you must "make contact" with your opponent; this strategy is used by many boxers and requires dodging and counterattacking an attacker's missed attack. Long legs are also useful, but be very cautious if you try to kick.
Step 3. If you are heavy and sturdy, study judo or ju-jitsu grip styles
Otherwise feel free to explore other martial arts. Consider studying ninjutsu to learn about pressure points and surprise moves.
Step 4. Women tend to be lighter and more agile than men, while men are usually stronger
Keep this in mind when analyzing your body structure.
Step 5. If you know you have an advantage over your opponent, be sure to use it wisely
Be effective when you hit and make sure he remembers you when he sees you in the future.
Advice
- Many martial arts and other sports and activities gyms offer a free class. Take advantage of it and go to as many free lessons as possible. Also ask to be able to attend the lessons. After some time you will learn to understand what you like and what is best for you.
- If the idea of a physical confrontation scares you a lot, you could take a self-defense class. They will teach you how to have respect and trust in your physical abilities.
- Consider taking a martial arts class, such as karate or ju-jitsu, depending on your size, weight, height, and range. For example, if you are fast you should evaluate kung fu; if you are stocky you should consider ju-jitsu more.
- Remember, it's best not to get involved in a physical fight. If you can, resolve the issue with dialogue. But if this is not possible, defend yourself and let yourself be guided by your instincts.
Warnings
- The "fights" can have serious consequences. If you are attacked on the street it can become a matter of life or death. Use common sense and be careful.
- It is always a good idea to look for a martial arts school that has a good reputation. If the school has a bad one, how do you think its students are learning?
- If many of the students have injuries, it's probably a gym you want to avoid, no matter what you teach. There are ways to practice martial arts without hurting your partner.
