Module 1 - Escape Strength How is it possible to overcome someone stronger? Firstly we utilize larger muscle groups. For example - someone is holding you by the Arm. If were just to pull back with arm strength then the chances are that you would not be able to break free. However, by rotating your upper body, you are now utilizing some of the larger muscles in your waist, back, shoulders etc you will at least initiate some movement. You should also give a distraction by striking to one of the sensitive areas such as the shins, this takes the attackers mind off his grip on you momentarily as his mind switches to the pain experienced in the shin and in many cases good firm kicks to the shins alone will be enough for you to pull free and escape. If this kick does not get you free from the assailant, it will at least loosen their grip on you. Straight after the distraction we pull with the hand being held and strike with the free hand in the opposite direction creating a collision effect. This push pull effect creates a collision which is a much larger force on the point of impact. By rotating the body in pulling, makes use of some of your body's larger muscles in the back, waist and shoulders. Use the element of surprise, acting quickly and giving a loud shout while striking (eg “Let Go”) right in the face of the attacker works well. The shout not only startles the attacker, it also signals to people in the area that you are in trouble; it also tenses up your abdominal muscles which is useful if you were to be struck at the same time and finally it helps you to focus on your strike. You'll learn how to execute Techniques correctly as they often aim at weaknesses in the attacker. Learn to be pre-emptive, so that you do not have to wait for them to strike or grab and then respond but know what strikes and targets you are going to use before the encounter becomes live. In Summary: • React Quickly. ⚫ Shout out loud startling the attacker. • Rotate your body, utilizing the larger muscle groups. ⚫ Use distractions. • Ensure that you strike to the sensitive areas. ⚫ Using push/pull create a collision effect at the point of impact thus doubling the amount of force at that point. • Be pre-emptive and don't wait for them to strike or grab until you respond. WWW.FIGHTWIZE.COM