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Kids Self-defense
Some Messages Bear Repeating I don’t usually write on kids self-defense or training topics, but the viral video linked below spurred discussion among nearly everyone who saw it, parent or not. The video shows a man in his 20s or 30s approaching kids aged 4-5 to see if they will talk to him or walk…
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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Self-Defense
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Self-Defense Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has garnered a reputation for being more of a sport in the past few years. I also know there are some people out there who only do it for self-defense. Although it is an integral part to being a well rounded MMA Fighter, it is also hugely important to…
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Beginning martial arts
The “ah-ha!!” moment A student beginning martial arts is incredibly lucky, even if he or she doesn’t fully realize it! There is such a vast amount of knowledge and skill and experience to discover in every martial art, regardless of whether it‘s Muay Thai kickboxing, Kali, MMA mixed martial arts, Krav Maga, etc. As beginners start…
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Setting Goals for Greatness, Setting Goals for Black Belt
What can we do different in our lives to make it better? I am always asking myself this. I am way too hard on myself. Most of us are. But why is it? We’re all capable of living a healthy lifestyle. It all starts with you. Then you have to choose goals. Then you write…
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Shelter for Disaster Preparedness
Shelter for Disaster Preparedness Shelter, it’s the final component of the three essentials of life (Water, Fire & Shelter) but that doesn’t mean that it’s any less important. In a survival scenario, it protects us from the elements, helps to keeps us warm/cool and provides us a sense of security & comfort. Rest assured, having…
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Kickboxing styles
Kickboxing styles It is interesting to see when fighters with different kickboxing styles and backgrounds test their skills in a match. How do they adjust and react to their opponent’s style? Is it better to be offensive like the American kickboxer, or is it better to be defensive and time the strikes for the perfect…
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Martial Arts
Martial arts can be a great memory maker! Remember the first promotion at Elite Training Center that you were a part of? Was it Krav Maga, Muay Thai Kickboxing, or MMA? You wondered after 30 minutes into the 5 hours of training, “what am I doing this for?” (thanks Bobby Rich). You remember those people…
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fitness goals
Setting realistic fitness goals Everyone is always talking about how they want a six pack or a better butt or better arms and then they go on some crazy diet. However, it is really important to realize that fitness (and fitness goals) has to be balanced with the rest of your life. You could…
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Women’s self defense
Women’s self-defense I decided to post this video for several reasons (one of which involves women’s self defense). The first reason is pretty obvious to me. Stay off the ground. Even though the attacker was on top and dominating the person on the bottom, he was still at a position of disadvantage against everyone else.…
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Rear Naked Choke
Rear Naked Choke When you learn anything for the 1st time there tends to be two different approaches, I called it the “Gas on” and “Gas off” approach. The best analogy that most of us have experienced is driving a car for the 1st time. We either apply too much or too little gas until…
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Boxing drills at Elite Training Center Redondo Beach
Boxing drills Watch the boxing drills in the video. You’ll see Floyd getting ready for Manny Pacquiao hitting mitts with his uncle. You’ll see Floyd Mayweather do lot of the boxing drills we do at Elite Training Center in the Muay Thai kickboxing program. He likes to work on opposite/same side 3 punch countering to offsetting…
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Starting children at an early age in martial arts
Again, I’ve been ranting a bit about social media to those who will listen. I am pleased to see people “liking” the National Center of Missing and Exploited Children! We often take for granted how safe our streets are. We must remain vigilant in our pursuit of security. Although I would love to have everyone…
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Remember how important kickboxing clinics are at Elite Training Center in Redondo Beach. It is paramount that our student body recognize the importance of proper technique in Krav Maga. Striking
It’s Friday almost 9pm, my skin is submerged in goose bumps, I have the inability to stop sweating, my thoughts are racing, my emotions are running high. But yet I
Everyday is a good day to train which is why we train everyday! There is nothing more fulfilling than a great workout. The endorphins making you smile, the sweat and
It’s Wednesday going on thursday and there are 2 days left before my fight on Saturday. I’ve consumed a fraction of what I normally eat in a day and I’ve
Martial arts were created in order to protect warriors in battle. That information has been handed down for thousands of years. It is this mindset that keeps the students at
We hope to see many familiar and new faces at this fantastic seminar. Understand that Elite Training Center grows internally. We encourage our students to bring their friends and family
Leadership. Is it inherent or learned? Perhaps it is a little bit of both. But one thing is for sure, it takes more than just deciding to become a leader
