If grew up in the 80s or you’re an 80s buff, then you probably love MacGyver. It’s a classic adventure show about an intelligent and physically skilled agent of a think tank called the Phoenix Foundation. I remember watching reruns of the show in the 90s with my dad. He was also a fan of the show and loved the …
How Martial Arts can improve discipline in Children and Adults
Looking to improve you or your child’s discipline? Check out my post for tips on how you can use martial arts training to do it!
What Pocket Knife does the Military Use?
Pocket knives are a standard issue tool for the military, and rightly so. If you’ve ever gone camping or hiking, there are a lot of dangers to be found in the wild. I always carry a pocket knife when I go for hikes. That way I can always either defend myself or cut a few branches or vines along the …
What to Look For when Buying a Stun Gun [2020 Buying Guide]
A stun gun is a popular item for self-defense. However, choosing the right one is easy said than done. All those promises of 1 million volts and 300 million volts are shallow. In reality, thousands of volts are all that are needed for immobilization. There are a lot of other things to consider here as well. So, here is a …
How many Martial Arts schools are there in the US?
Thinking of taking martial arts? You’re not alone – check out my post for some data on just how many martial arts schools there are in the United States!
What are the Most Dangerous Places For American Tourists? [Top 5]
Looking to travel abroad soon? Check out my post on the most dangerous places for American tourists to visit!
Dog Pepper Spray Vs Human Pepper Spray – What’s the Difference?
Something very basic that women carry around in their purses (and men in their EDC or other bag) is pepper spray. It’s recommended for safety against criminals when going to a crime infested area. A dog spray however, is one that is used to deter a dog or another animal from causing you harm. I’ve carried the latter with me …
Which Martial Arts are Olympic Sports? [Answered!]
A lot of martial arts have traveled from the streets to the international arena. Check out my article on the martial arts that are now Olympic Sports.
What does Bear Mace do to a Human?
The question of being able to use bear mace to deter an attack from a human is quite common. There are similarities in the way bear mace works compared to the pepper spray you would use for self-defense. If you find yourself needing to know more about bear mace and how it can be used, you’ve come to the right …
What Martial Arts Should I Learn? [Take the Quiz!]
So you want to start training in martial arts? Take our short quiz to figure out the best martial art for you to learn!