Skill Set: Take the Hit
If you've ever boxed, sparred or done any martial arts you know you're going to get hit. The same is true in any fight. There is a possibility that you will get hit, cut or maybe even shot. This doesn't mean the fight is over. When sparring you can call time out. In a fight there isn't any pause button. You're injured, but still have to win the fight.
I grew up with a younger brother. We were close enough in age that as we aged there were sometimes fights. No one was old enough to hurt the other, but you learned how to take small boy hit or kick. At this time there were still "fights" in school. It was a test everyone went through, and at some time or another you were going to tussle. Once we got mobile, with driver's license and the ability to roam we began to visit other parts of town. Fights were a regular Friday night event. (Keep in mind these were still "friendly;" nobody used knives or guns.)
Today, a lot of people have never been involved in a physical conflict. They are completely unprepared for those people who will use violence to have their way. If you're not used to being physically attacked it can be daunting, and it's not something you want to get on the job training about either. So, how do you prepare for this type action?
Mental preparedness is first. You need an education on violence. What form will it take? It may be a physical assault. Keep in mind this isn't "playground" rules. People will attack the eyes, throat or any other area of your body. Biting is common. The threat doesn't recognize "equal." If they have a baseball bat, screwdriver, knife, or firearm they will not hesitate to use them. Don't be surprised at what the attack looks like.
Through research you learn that the vast majority of people who are shot survive. The human body can take an enormous amount of punishment and still keep ticking. I know several people who were shot and didn't even realize they were hit until after the fight was over. Then there were some who received relatively minor injuries, went into shock, quit and died.
Injuries will produce blood, especially head wounds. Don't be afraid. It takes around forty percent blood loss - about two liters - before you're done. Take a two-liter soda bottle, fill it with liquid and pour it on the ground. That's a lot of fluid. Broken bones can often be ignored. Many people with serious breaks in arms and legs were still able to function. Sure, at some point you're going to need attention, but you can keep fighting.
Everyone should attend some type training that includes sparring. You're wearing protective gear and serious injuries are extremely uncommon. You learn how to take a hit and stay focused. At the same time you're developing some unarmed skills and improving your ability to physically perform, building up stamina.
I've pretty much decided that I will get hit, cut or shot in the attack. When it does happen it won't be a surprise. The body can take a lot of punishment, and the mind is willing. Regardless of what happens I'm still going to win the fight. I may be wrong, but I allow no doubt.
Tiger McKee is director of Shootrite Firearms Academy
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Today, a lot of people have never been involved in a physical conflict. They are completely unprepared for those people who will use violence to have their way. If you're not used to being physically attacked it can be daunting, and it's not something you want to get on the job training about either. So, how do you prepare for this type action?
Mental preparedness is first. You need an education on violence. What form will it take? It may be a physical assault. Keep in mind this isn't "playground" rules. People will attack the eyes, throat or any other area of your body. Biting is common. The threat doesn't recognize "equal." If they have a baseball bat, screwdriver, knife, or firearm they will not hesitate to use them. Don't be surprised at what the attack looks like.
Through research you learn that the vast majority of people who are shot survive. The human body can take an enormous amount of punishment and still keep ticking. I know several people who were shot and didn't even realize they were hit until after the fight was over. Then there were some who received relatively minor injuries, went into shock, quit and died.
Injuries will produce blood, especially head wounds. Don't be afraid. It takes around forty percent blood loss - about two liters - before you're done. Take a two-liter soda bottle, fill it with liquid and pour it on the ground. That's a lot of fluid. Broken bones can often be ignored. Many people with serious breaks in arms and legs were still able to function. Sure, at some point you're going to need attention, but you can keep fighting.
Everyone should attend some type training that includes sparring. You're wearing protective gear and serious injuries are extremely uncommon. You learn how to take a hit and stay focused. At the same time you're developing some unarmed skills and improving your ability to physically perform, building up stamina.
I've pretty much decided that I will get hit, cut or shot in the attack. When it does happen it won't be a surprise. The body can take a lot of punishment, and the mind is willing. Regardless of what happens I'm still going to win the fight. I may be wrong, but I allow no doubt.
Tiger McKee is director of Shootrite Firearms Academy
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