Self Defense Techniques for Women

Hopefully you will never be a victim of an attack. If you are, you want and need to be equipped with information that can save your life. You don't have to be defenseless. You can learn how to defend yourself and make the perpetrator wish they would have never messed with you. I encourage you to print this article and study it. Like I said, hopefully you will never have to use this knowledge, but if that day comes you will be prepared.

First of all, don't live in fear. There is a difference between living in constant fear and being cautious. I urge you to just be cautious and aware. Aware of your surroundings, aware of people around you, and aware of where you are. Most of all, just use common sense. Common sense will take you far.

A woman's legs is one of her biggest weapons. You can use the strength in your legs to kick a potential attacker when lying down, sitting down or even standing up. I don't think I have to tell you the most effective place to kick. In case you haven't quite figured it out yet, it is the groin area. There needs to be an element of surprise in a groin attack. Most male attackers are expecting a possible attack in this area. If you can deliver a surprise kick in this area it can be very effective. If you are ever faced with a situation that requires quick thinking and fast action to get out of it is possible to defend yourself by grabbing and twisting the male's testicles. This may seem repulsive to you, but this may be what it will take to get free. If you do injure your attacker enough to break free then run as fast as possible! If your attacker sees you are going to put up a good fight, he may just back down. Perpetrators don't want difficult.

One tip I learned awhile back is if you are accosted in a parking lot or anywhere actually, then scream "FIRE". Do not yell for help. I am not sure why but it is more affective and attention getting to yell "FIRE" then "HELP". Just as stated before, if you put up a good fight and draw attention to the situation you stand a good chance of the attacker running away. Crawling under your car is also a good suggestion to get away. Once again, most attackers will not want to put forth the effort your taking.

More tips I have learned is to avoid wearing your hair in a pony tail. I know, you wouldn't think something as simple as a ponytail could prove to be significant, but it can. A perpetrator can see that as an easy way to get you by grabbing your hair.

Always look up and at people when walking. Don't walk with your head down like you are afraid or nervous. Be confident and look straight at people. If you are going to your vehicle then have your keys in hand. Look in all of the seats before getting in. If you are parked right next to a suspicious looking van or vehicle then do one of three things. Go back into the store and wait until the suspicious vehicle leaves. Have someone walk you to your car (security guard or police officer). Enter your car through the passenger side.

I believe one of the best pieces of advice I have learned is to never be taken to a second location. It is usually at this second location you will be harmed. Do whatever it takes to stay where you are. If you do not remember anything else, remember this.

Another advice tip is to not be distracted. Do not sit in your car and balance your checkbook, put on makeup or read a book. Most attackers look for someone who is not aware of their surroundings and who is distracted. Don't talk on the phone while walking to your car. Click here to read my article on how to prevent carjacking.

If you feel like someone is watching you or following you throw them off guard and look at them in the eye and talk to them. Ask them what time it is or comment on the weather. They know you have had a good look at them and could possibly identify them. You lose all appeal.

As mentioned earlier the groin of your attacker is a good place to defend yourself. You might not know but the skin underneath the arm is very sensitive. Pinch your attacker on this skin and you can outsmart him. As stated earlier, they want easy not difficult. The same goes for the inside of the thigh.

Most of this information is simple and some of it may seem silly, but if you are educated and armed with information you never have to be a victim.

Sources:

http://www.selfdefender.net