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Understanding the Stages of an Assault
The stages of an assault generally follow a predictable pattern that can help people recognize and, ideally, avoid dangerous situations befo
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Nov 13, 20242 min read

Understanding the Realities of Self-Defense
The realities of self-defense go beyond simple techniques and involve a complex combination of psychological, physical, legal, and situation
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Nov 13, 20243 min read


Staying Safe in Crowded Spaces: Essential Tips for Personal Security
Staying safe in crowded places involves being mindful of your surroundings, keeping your belongings secure, and having a plan in case of an
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Nov 13, 20242 min read

The Difference Between Self-Protection and Self-Defense
Self-protection and self-defense are related but distinct concepts, both of which play roles in personal safety.
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Nov 13, 20242 min read

Empowering Women: How to Identify Potential Threats
Like anyone, women recognize threats through environmental awareness, body language cues, and intuition. However,
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Nov 13, 20242 min read

Gender-Based Violence Is A Global Phenomenon
Gender-based violence remains a pervasive and deeply entrenched issue.
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Jul 4, 20242 min read

Leverage Can Overcome Size in Self-Defense Situations
Leverage can overcome size in self-defense situations by allowing a smaller individual to effectively control a larger opponent's strength.
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Jun 13, 20242 min read

Blast Through Plateaus: 5 Tips to Improve Your Punching Power
Improving your punching power requires a combination of technique, strength, speed, and coordination.
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May 31, 20242 min read

Which Is Better In Self-Defense: Brute Strength or Speed?
In self-defense situations, both brute power and speed have their own advantages and limitations.
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May 24, 20242 min read


Empower Yourself: 10 Reasons Why You Should Take Self-Defense Classes
Empowering women with self-defense skills is crucial for their safety, confidence, and well-being.
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May 16, 20242 min read


Adrenaline - Your "Power Surge"
Adrenaline is a hormone triggered by fear and the presence of danger, real or imagined.
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Apr 13, 20242 min read

The Importance of Situational Awareness in Personal Safety
Situational awareness is being alert to your immediate conditions or position. You use this awareness to spot individuals acting...
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Apr 6, 20242 min read


Empower Her: The Benefits of Young Girls Taking Self Defense Classes
1.Empowerment: Self-defense classes help young girls feel more empowered, increasing their confidence and giving them the tools to handle...
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Mar 30, 20242 min read


Mindset: Unleash Your Greatest Self-Defense Weapon
There will always be challenges and disappointments in life. When we lack confidence in ourselves, we might see these difficulties as too gr
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Mar 12, 20244 min read


Tap Into Your Core Muscles for Effective Self-Defense Techniques
Power, speed, flexibility, and balance are critical if you find yourself in a situation where your self-defense skills are needed, and...
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Feb 27, 20242 min read


5 Reasons Women Are Taking Self-Defense Classes
Reason 1: Self-Determination (Empowerment) Women who take self-defense classes feel empowered. Being empowered has a positive impact on...
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Feb 25, 20242 min read

Who Is YGG Fitness & Self-Defense?
YGG Fitness & Defense is a brand new fitness program for novices to experts - with a powerful benefit!
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Feb 24, 20241 min read

Men Are Not Superior, Women Are Not Inferior...Just Different
Not addressing the root causes of crime and violence against women is like trying to put a bandaid over a gaping wound and hope it heals....
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Jan 14, 20242 min read


The Story Behind YGG Fitness & Self-Defense
The confidence, awareness, and self-esteem gained on your journey, expands into your conscious and sub-conscious life. You recognize and avo
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Jan 13, 20242 min read


Myths & Facts About Women's Self-Defense...that every woman should know
Self-defense is about using strategy, awareness, and leverage to protect oneself.
Ginger Rae
Jan 10, 20242 min read







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