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Signs of personal transformation” Recognizing the Subtle Signs of Your Transformation One of the most rewarding parts of my work is seeing people discover a stronger version of themselves. I can confidently say that most of my students undergo significant changes over time. However, truth be told, some people don’t truly transform, even after months… Continue reading Signs You Are Going Through Transformation

BEYOND PREEMPTIVE DEFENSE: MENDING THE PAST WITH KRAV MAGA Beyond Defense: How Krav Maga Helps Heal the Past and Strengthen the Future Every year at the end of summer, just before another school year begins, many parents contact our gym, eager to enroll their children in “a few self-defense lessons.” This is particularly popular among… Continue reading Beyond Preemptive Defense: Mending the Past with Krav Maga

Meet the Future, Stronger Version of Yourself The Illusion of Moral Perfection A few years ago, I read the book “Predictably Irrational” by Dan Ariely, a psychology and behavioral economics professor. This book helped me understand human behavior and decision-making a bit better. Among the many insights it offers, I decided to share one that… Continue reading Meet Your Future, Better Self.

The Rare Journey to Black Belt: What It Takes to Succeed in Full-Contact Martial Arts You’ve probably heard it before: “A black belt is a white belt that never quit.” It’s a simple statement, but it holds a profound truth about what it takes to master full-contact martial arts. The way to mastery is not… Continue reading Be the 1%: Why Few Reach Black Belt in Full-Contact Martial Arts

Is Human Violence Natural or Learned? Exploring Nature vs. Nurture People often say, “Humans are naturally good,” while others argue, “Humans are naturally violent.” This debate about whether our behavior comes from nature or nurture has been going on for a long time in psychology, anthropology, and sociology, especially when it comes to understanding violence.… Continue reading Human Violence – Nature vs. Nurture

The Hidden Cost of Fear: Overcoming What Holds You Back Do You Know How Much Sleep You Are Losing Over Violence? Let me start with the punchline: many people are losing sleep because of their concerns about violence. Let me be clear, one doesn’t have to be exposed to violence directly to be affected. Over… Continue reading The Hidden Cost of Fear

The Balance of Aggression, Technique, and Control Add Your Heading Text Here Is Krav Maga Aggressive Enough? Understanding the Real Power Behind Its Techniques Every so often, I hear statements like, “I was expecting a more intense workout.” Some classes are more technique-based. If you are completely new to Krav Maga, I completely understand why… Continue reading Krav Maga Isn’t Aggressive Enough

Getting Fit While Learning To Fight I find that the majority of people drawn to self-defense training are motivated by fear. This fear often stems from past traumatic experiences (manifested as anxiety) or apprehension about future threats, leading to mental discomfort and avoidance behaviors. While some individuals join self-defense programs to improve physical fitness and… Continue reading Krav Maga for Fitness

Understanding what drives people to commit harmful or evil acts is a nuanced and multifaceted discussion. Sometimes, individuals who are generally considered good can make costly mistakes without any malicious intent. Conversely, those who are highly educated and well-mannered may engage in horrendous acts due to specific circumstances or psychological factors. Let me explain the… Continue reading The Good, The Bad and The Evil

CASE STUDY – MASKED THUGS ATTACK 58-YEAR-OLD WOMAN IN BROAD DAYLIGHT Masked Thugs vs. Krav Maga: 58-Year-Old Woman’s Daylight Survival Story On June 26th, in broad daylight, Shi Yahan, a 58-year-old Chinese woman, was brutally attacked by two masked men on Monroe Street in New York City. The shocking incident happened around 2:08 p.m., right… Continue reading Case Study – NYC Woman Attacked by Baseball Bat-Wielding Thugs