Self-Defense for Women

by Donald I. Gustuson

Other authorsLinda Masaki
1970

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Contents

Concept I Self defense techniques, ranging from non-restive to those inflicting permanent injury, have been drawn from many of the oriental martial arts and have become increasingly popular among women who desire to pursue a full life free from the fear of personal attack
Concept II A padded
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area and loose-fitting clothing are the essential items for learning self-defense
Cloncept III Careful planning of strategy will enable one to use her skills to the best advantage in avoiding an attack and should precede the use of physical force
Concept IV The rules of sportsmanship are improtant in competition and practice, but when attack is imminent other rules are adopted that enhance one's chances for survival
Concept V A well-balanced stance fro which one can punch, strike, and kick at the vital points on an opponent's body, as well as being able to fall safely, are fundamental to self-defense
Concept VI Defending oneself against an attacker in any situation requires the use of a acombination of techniques that may be mastered with additional t raining
Concept VII Falling under a variety of conditions and techniques involving the use of weapons are for the advanced performer
Concept VIII Self-defense must be developed under conditions similar to those in chich it may be used
Concept IX Being abot to defend onself will depend on maintaining physical fitness and continued practice of self-defense skills
Concept X Self-defense, a necessity since the evolution of human life, has changed and varied with the development and culture of man
Concept XI To further your interest and ability, locate and join a club or similar group concerned with some form of self-defense
Concept XII There are many sources available for continual learning in self-defense (bibliography)
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