H.I.T. Self Defense

With winter behind us and the weather more inviting, I thought I would address personal safety for those of you who exercise outdoors. I think it’s great to get out there and exercise in the fresh air, but it’s easy to get lost in your workout and sidetracked by your surroundings. In fact, these distractions are exactly what an attacker is counting on, and may make you an attractive target.

Be Aware -Whether you’re walking or running, constant awareness is your #1 defense against an attack. To decrease your chances of looking like a victim, it’s a good idea to routinely … Continue Reading

Recently, ADT Security has been running different commercial spots on home invasion: one with a ‘mom’ and an attacker who breaks down the front door; another with a daughter who is home alone when someone tries to break into the home. In these commercials, the alarm sounds and the predator flees (neat and tidy). But what do you do in a real life scenario. Maybe you don’t have a security system; maybe you are in an apartment or condo with limited escape routes - maybe you wake up with a predator in your residence.

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Here is an excerpt from the HIT DVD. This clip deals with property crime. Just a quick note: if you’re confronted by someone who wants your purse - or something on your person, give them the property. Like a game of hot potato, get that item away from you. In the clip, I mention to throw the property in the opposite direction. That may give you a second or two to start running the other way while the perpetrator goes after the item. This may also give you a few beats to escape in … Continue Reading