Self defense is important for everyone and especially so for women. It is well known that women make easier targets than men when it comes to assault and robbery. Other than that women are also exposed to a danger on an entirely different level, the danger of getting raped. As a woman, it becomes very necessary to know some form of self defense.

1. Basic Self Defense Tips For Women
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FIGHTING TIPS
2012
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2. Basic Self Defense Tips For Women
www.fightingtips.org
Self defense is important for everyone and especially so for women. It is well known that
women make easier targets than men when it comes to assault and robbery. Other than that
women are also exposed to a danger on an entirely different level, the danger of getting
raped. As a woman, it becomes very necessary to know some form of self defense. Contrary
to what most people believe self defense does not always mean you need to fight. Fighting
pretty much goes completely against the whole idea of self defense in so many ways. One of
the most effective self defense tips for women is to stay aware of what's going on around
you. You can easily avoid most threatening situations simply by being alert.
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Always Carry
Women who have to go out often
should really consider packing an
inventory of items that can be used in
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the case of an attack. While carrying
things like mace and taser guns are
always recommended, you can just as
easily make use of items in your bag to
ward off most attacker. Literally, any
personal object can be used as a potential
weapon like an umbrella or even
something small like a pen. If you have to go out at night, then it is better that you carry at
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3. least one sharp object with you at an arm's reach just in case something dangerous begins to
transpire.
Confront Potential Threats With a Loud Voice
Confront any potential threat confidently and with a loud voice. Attackers regard
women as easy targets, but this doesn’t have to be the case. You can display your
confidence by readying yourself to face the attacker if it seems unavoidable. In
most cases, the attacker is deterred if there is a risk that the victim may put up a
fight or raise an alarm. Shout out in the direction of the person and try and get
some attention although most attackers wait until the victim reaches an isolated
place to strike. Yell out in as loud a voice as you can to get some attention. Don’t
be afraid to ask for help and if there is anyone around; go to them to ask for help,
this will in all probability deter the attacker from making a move.
In Case You Have to Fight, Pick Your Targets Carefully
In the event that you are cornered and all else fails, then brace and prepare yourself
for a physical confrontation. Do this only if it is absolutely necessary. Women
should generally protect themselves with brain as opposed to pure brawn.
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Put your fists up near your chest and widen your feet so that you get into a stance
that shows your attacker that you will not back down. This action alone is
sometimes enough to send off many attackers.
Go for the eyes, face, groin and the legs of your attacker. Use your hands, legs,
your nails or even your teeth to inflict some physical damage. Remember that the
object of putting up a fight is to create an opening to help you escape.
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4. Grab and use whatever you can find to use as a potential weapon. Even a trash can
lid can easily be used as a great weapon with a bit of creativity. Learning a handful
of fighting tips you can use in any situation, long before you find yourself in such a
situation, is best thing you can do to protect yourself.
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