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“The Anatomy of Evil”
Jul 1, 2025

“The Anatomy of Evil”

A student recommended a book called The Anatomy of Evil by Michael H. Stone, a well-known psychiatrist who used to host the TV show Most Evil on the Discovery Channel. In this book, Stone takes a scientific approach to understanding what...

Philosophy Self-Defense
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Apr 11, 2025

The Headbutt’s Efficacy in Self-Defense

In self-defense, the headbutt is a powerful and often underestimated shot that can swiftly end an altercation. Its effectiveness lies in its simplicity, surprise,, and the biomechanical advantages of its delivery system, making it a...

Fitness Self-Defense Boxing
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The Science of Footwork in Combat Sports
Mar 29, 2025

The Science of Footwork in Combat Sports

Empirical evidence highlights footwork’s pivotal role in combat sports, optimizing balance, agility, and striking precision. Footwork enables fighters to manage distance, evade strikes, and craft offensive angles. Sports science...

Self-Defense Footwork Boxing
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Few Sources For Fight Stats to Consider
Mar 27, 2025

Few Sources For Fight Stats to Consider

For fight-statistics in combat sports, some of the most authentic and reliable sources are those directly tied to professional fight data collection and analysis. Some good sources based on established systems and their track records are...

Self-Defense Boxing
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