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Safety and Self-Defense at the Gym

Going to the gym is a great way to stay healthy and fit, but it’s important to be aware of your surroundings and take steps to protect yourself from potential dangers. It’s hard to carry any self-defense items during a workout. I usually carry a knife at all times, but deploying a pocket knife is […]

Brief History of Self-Defense Weapons

Humans have been using weapons for self-defense since the dawn of time. The earliest weapons were simple objects, such as rocks, sticks, and bones. As technology advanced, so did the weapons that humans used to defend themselves. In ancient times, weapons were often made of stone, wood, or metal. These weapons were typically used for […]

Importance of Fitness for Self-Defense

Physical fitness is vital for self-defense in several ways. First, it can help you to avoid being attacked in the first place. If you are physically fit, you are more likely to be able to run away from a dangerous situation or to defend yourself if you are attacked. If at all possible, avoid the […]

39 Top Diversion Safes to Hide in Plain Sight

Diversion Safes: A Hidden Gem for Home or Travel Security Diversion safes are a type of hidden safe that is designed to look like something else. This makes them ideal for hiding valuables in plain sight, as burglars are less likely to search for valuables in objects that they don’t recognize as being worth bothering […]

Bear Safety and the Use of Bear Pepper Spray

Bears are large, powerful animals that can be dangerous if they feel threatened. If you are planning on spending time in bear country, it is important to be aware of bear safety and to take precautions to avoid an encounter. If you are ever caught there without bear pepper spray, you may have made a […]

Butterfly Knives: A Brief History and Guide

Butterfly knives, also known as balisongs, are folding knives that are characterized by their two handles that are connected by a pivot pin. The handles are typically made of metal or plastic, and the blade is usually made of steel. Butterfly knives are often used for self-defense, but they can also be used for everyday tasks such as […]

That Shady Parking Lot Pepper Spray Deal

I just recently opened the website Black Belt Defender, but I used to sell all of these self-defense products many years back on a different site. Now that I am getting back into the swing of things, I am recalling a funny story of what I fondly referred to as “That Shady Parking Lot Pepper […]

Child Safety: A Parent’s Guide

Parenting is a challenging but rewarding experience. One of the most important aspects of parenting is ensuring the safety of your child. Of course, you have your child wear their seatbelt and bicycle helmet, but other dangers are lurking in the world that you need to have them ready for. It would be great if […]

The Anatomy of an Attack

I hope you never have to experience an attack firsthand. I’m sure you have seen one depicted on a TV show or in a movie. But how realistic is that scene? If you haven’t actually been in that situation, you may have no idea. And you definitely don’t know how you would react in that […]

Judicious Use of Deadly Force and Use of Force Continuum

I have touched on the judicious use of force and the use of force continuum in previous posts. But this topic warrants a full article on its own. I am not a lawyer, but this will be a basic primer if you are not well-versed in it. Your best option would be to follow up […]