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The Truth About Self-Defence: Separating Fact from Fiction

Self-defence is often surrounded by myths and misconceptions that can deter people from exploring this vital skill. For busy professionals, understanding the reality of self-defence can open up a new, engaging way to stay fit and prepared for real-world situations. This blog aims to debunk common myths about self-defence, focusing on Krav Maga, a practical and accessible form of martial arts taught at Urban Kombat in Marrickville. Myth 1: Self-Defense is Only for the Extremely Fit **Fact:** Self-defense, especially Krav Maga, is accessible to all fitness levels. Many people believe that only the extremely fit can benefit from self-defence training. However, Krav Maga ....
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The Benefits of Martial Arts for Physical and Mental Health

Martial arts have surged in popularity as people seek effective ways to improve their health. Unlike conventional workouts, martial arts offer a holistic approach to fitness that benefits both the body and mind. Below we’ve provided data-driven research findings that underpin the advantages of martial arts for physical and mental health. If this resonates with you, then we encourage you to experience these benefits firsthand with a trial class at Urban Kombat Krav Maga in Marrickville. #### Physical Health Benefits **Improved Cardiovascular Health** Martial arts provide an intense, full-body workout that significantly boosts cardiovascular health. The dynamic ....
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The Importance of Self-Defence: Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones

In today's unpredictable world, self-defence is an essential skill that everyone should possess. Whether you're walking home late at night, facing a potential threat, or simply wanting to boost your confidence, knowing how to protect yourself and your loved ones is invaluable. At Urban Kombat Krav Maga in Marrickville, we are committed to empowering individuals through effective self-defence training. This blog post will delve into the importance of self-defence, the benefits of Krav Maga, and why you should consider training with us. Introduction to Self-Defence Self-defence is more than just a physical skill—it's a mindset and a way of life. It encompasses the ability ....
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How to Develop Situational Awareness in Your Day-to-Day Activities

In today's fast-paced world, situational awareness is a crucial skill that can significantly enhance your safety and well-being. At Urban Kombat in Marrickville, we emphasise the importance of situational awareness in our Krav Maga self-defense classes. Whether you're navigating busy streets or enjoying a night out, being aware of your surroundings can help you prevent and respond to potential threats. Here are some practical tips to develop situational awareness in your day-to-day activities. 1. Understand the Basics of Situational Awareness Situational awareness involves being conscious of what is happening around you and recognising potential threats early. This skill is not about ....
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Why New Year Resolutions Aren’t Your Solution

New Year Resolutions don’t work, they never have. Science says so here . Actually, the science tells you that it might be possible if you take a long series of extraneous steps to truly make the grandiose changes you think you want in the New Year. And even then. It’s less than 10% success rate. Why don’t New Year Resolutions Work? I’ll cut to the chase of their findings; there are so many steps that involve ingrained behaviour change, plus a 3-step process of writing stories about yourself to create a New Self that I barely got to the end of the findings without my eyes glazing over and wondering why the kids were so quiet and should I go and investigate just ....
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How Women Are Empowering Themselves with Krav Maga

Learning Krav Magahas excellent benefits for women physically, but can also greatly improve mental wellbeing. Empowerment is the key, and as a form of self defence, Krav Maga differs greatly from martial arts. The basis of Krav Maga is balancing out the power relations between the attacker and the person being attacked, and while this is by no means only relevant towomen, it is certainly a massive factor why Krav Maga is the most effective form ofself defence for womento learn. Let’s take a look at why. Krav Maga is undoubtedly the most effective way for women to boost confidence and feel empowered through a combination of both physical and mental training. As a whole, Krav Maga ....
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High Profile Proponents and Celebrities That Use Krav Maga

AlthoughKrav Maga has its origins in military training, favoured for its effectiveness in close combat and defence against knife and gun attacks, it has since been refined so that the techniques could be taught to anyone. In the 1970s, Krav Maga founderImi Lichtenfeldstarted the first officialKrav Maga schoolopen to civilians in Israel.Since then, the system has spread far and wide, working its way into the mainstream martial arts culture in the Western world and beyond. Part of this mass recognition of Krav Maga has come from some extremely high profile endorsements from celebrities that effectively propelled it into the spotlight. Hollywood in particular has beenraving about Krav ....
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The Father of Krav Maga – Who Was Imi Lichtenfeld?

Compared to most other forms of martial arts and self defence out there,Krav Magais a relatively new system – one based on more modern methodologies and contemporary requirements for self protection. While popular martial arts such as karate and kung fu have roots tracing back centuries, even millennia, the genesis of Krav Maga was only decades back. The man who started it all wasImi Lichtenfeld(also known asImi Sde-Or, the Hebrew calque of his name), a Hugarian-Jewish-Israeli self defencevisionary. The founder of Krav Maga, Imi Lichtenfeld, lead an incredible life and influenced thousands of people – and there was no other practitioner of martial arts like him.Early Days ....
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The Truth About Self-Defence: Separating Fact from Fiction

The Benefits of Martial Arts for Physical and Mental Health

The Importance of Self-Defence: Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones

How to Develop Situational Awareness in Your Day-to-Day Activities

Why New Year Resolutions Aren’t Your Solution

How Women Are Empowering Themselves with Krav Maga

High Profile Proponents and Celebrities That Use Krav Maga

The Father of Krav Maga – Who Was Imi Lichtenfeld?

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