Self-defense: 5 movements you should know in case of an emergency

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You are always attacked suddenly and you are never prepared for it. It is quite normal to panic, but panic is the worst possible reaction in such moments. On the other hand, it helps to know how to best defend yourself in an emergency situation. For women in particular, it is important to know how to incapacitate an aggressor, because women are generally weaker by nature. Here are five moves you can use to fight back in the event of an attack. Self-defense for women — feel safe when traveling alone

Before we get to the specific movements, here are a few behavioral tips that you should definitely know:

• Be as loud as you can. Should you be attacked, scream as loudly as you can to make others aware of your situation.

• Use your head, knees, and elbows whenever possible. These are the hardest parts of the body and can therefore do the most (if you know how to use them efficiently).

• Don't forget: The goal of self-defense is to run away. Don't put yourself in any more danger. If you manage to injure the aggressor, use the opportunity to get to safety.

1. Aim for the nose

In a jerky forward movement, push the attacker against the nose with your palm. Even such a simple movement can cause the nose to break or at least bleed, as it is extremely sensitive. But even if it doesn't bleed or break, it should at least hurt the aggressor enough to give you enough time to escape.

2. Remove the aggressor from battle with a Kote Gaeshi

If you react quickly enough, you can incapacitate the aggressor with a Kote Gaeshi. It works like this: Grasp the attacker's wrist and bring it to the ground in an inward turn using force. This will make the attacker fall, but it may not be long enough to give you enough time to get to safety. To be safe, use another self-defense technique (such as kicking the head or groin) before running away.

3. Poke the aggressor in the eye

So simple and so effective: stabbing the attacker in the eye at lightning speed may be enough to escape, as he will be in real pain and won't be able to see what he is doing. Don't be too cautious — some self-defense experts even recommend using a 'weapon' (such as a key) for self-defense to ensure that the attacker's vision is obstructed long enough to flee.

4. Headbutt backwards

If you're attacked from behind, throw your head back as hard as you can to hit the assailant in the face or neck. That should loosen the grip. If not, bend forward and reach between your legs to grab the attacker by the calf or knee and pull the respective body part forward as hard as you can. This should throw the attacker off balance, or even better fall, and give you enough time to get to safety.

5. Headbutt forward

Attackers often force their victims against a wall. If that happens to you, you have few options. Either crouch a little and head butt the attacker firmly in the jaw, or, if the attacker's arms are on your right and left, hit your armpit as hard as you can so that the arm gives way and you can run away.

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