Knee Strikes – Self Defense Tactics to Avoid Devastating Blows
Since knee strikes are one of the most powerful types of blows an attacker can hit you with, it’s extremely important for you to know how to avoid them. That said, this article covers self defense tips against knee strikes.
Your opponent is going to be very close in order to hit you with a knee strike. He’s going to come at you very quickly, and you’re going to be in a vulnerable position.
The attacker needs to have his victim locked into position so he can make sure every powerful blow lands on target.
He might wrap his hands around the back of your neck, trapping you within his range of attack. While you’re busy trying to get loose. Your opponent already has his plan of action in mind. He’s going to trap you in position while delivering knee strikes to your flanks, your stomach, or even your face.
Your opponent has most likely trained himself to quickly strike you with his knee after grabbing on to you. Your assailant knows what he is doing, and he is prepared for this fight. This means you have to be prepared as well.
Watch to following video so you know exactly what you must do when you find yourself in this dangerous position:
Discover Self Defense Tips against Knee Strikes
As you can see from the video, once your attacker has you locked in, you need to already be prepared for what’s coming next. When your opponent grabs you with both of his hands, you need to think quickly and realize he’s about to strike you with his legs.
You typically only have two options: You can either try to quickly slip out of position before the knee hits you, or you can block first, and then escape from your opponent’s grasp.
This self defense lesson is obviously not meant to teach you how to defuse a situation. Normally, we always teach you to try to de-escalate before you have to result to violence. In this case, the violence is already at your door and you need to know the proper way to answer.
If you want more in-depth living saving self defense training, we recommend you checking out the Code Red Defense Program.
There you will find an entire library of training videos. All of which are designed to help you survive in potentially life-threatening situations.
Learning self defense is not meant to stroke your ego. It’s strictly designed to get you back home alive.
So, learn how to protect yourself, and don’t go around picking fights.
p.s. Make sure to share the video “How to Defend against Knee Strikes” with your family and friends.
Stay safe out there.
Patrick Viana
Code Red Defense