Wim Demeere Podcast

Iain Abernethy and I do a crossover podcast after so many of you asked us to do another one. If you missed it before, you can listen to the first one here. Today, we talked about the top training tips we give to martial artists and self-defense practitioners. There's lots of food for thought here, so you might want to take your time listening. Also, we do an announcement at the end.

For the show notes with all the links, go to http://www.wimsblog.com/33

Here's the next podcast episode, #32: Self-defense tips for young women. This will be a controversial one for some listeners, I'm well aware of it. But I believe it is more important to be as truthful as I can be than cater to popular belief that I know to be harmful. If it isn't for you, then I can only shrug and move on. Nobody forces you to listen to my stuff anyway, right? If it is for you, There is also a 45min. bonus episode to accompany this one over on Patreon.

For the show notes with all the links, go to http://www.wimsblog.com/32

In this episode, I take a closer look at the three most common mistakes students make in martial arts and self-defense classes. I've been teaching for a long time and have consistently seen these come up. They can be avoided though, which is what I also discuss here.

Enjoy!

For the show notes with all the links, go to http://www.wimsblog.com/31

This is perhaps one of the best episodes of the podcast I've done so far. I spent about 1h45min. talking to Dr. Alexis Artwohl and she shared her expertise on training for lethal force incidents, dealing with the aftermath and PTSD among other topics. She has also agreed to come back on the show later this year, so we have a lot to look forward to.

Enjoy!

For the show notes with all the links, go to http://www.wimsblog.com/30

Dr. Alexis Artwohl

I took a bit of a break from podcasting, but am back on track now. In this episode, I talk about the different podcasts I listen to and recommend for various reasons. Enjoy!

For the show notes with all the links, go to http://www.wimsblog.com/29

It's been over two years since I last interviewed Loren W. Christensen, so it was high time! In preparation, I asked my Patrons for questions and I got so many that we turned the interview into an AMA (Ask Me Anything). Loren was kind enough to answer each question in detail, sharing information from his vast experience in martial arts, self-defense, and law enforcement.

Enjoy!

Episode homepage:http://www.wimsblog.com/28

Loren and me, a few years ago

1) The role of meditation in the martial arts and self-defense:

• Meditation For Warriors: https://amzn.to/2s20t9g
• Mental Rehearsal For Warriors: For Cops, Soldiers And Martial Artists: https://amzn.to/2LH9ZYv

2) Preventive maintenance for people who want to train their whole life:

• Solo Training 3: 50 And Older: https://amzn.to/2BLl5Hx

3) Early experiences and later ones, differences and similarities:

• Street Lessons, a Journey https://amzn.to/2RoUERF
• Policing Saigon https://amzn.to/2Rpdzfg

Loren's site http://www.lorenchristensen.com/

Loren on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/loren.w.christensen

All Loren's books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QVBjbf

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First, my apologies for the massive delay on releasing this episode. There were technical problems with my microphone and then some more issues cropped up. I finally managed to get it all sorted out, so the regular schedule of releasing episodes will now resume.

In this episode, I answer Cain's questions on getting attacked by rushdowns and several more. Enjoy!

Episode homepage:http://www.wimsblog.com/27

Show notes:

1. Updates:

• Basic Self-Defense on Amazon Prime: https://amzn.to/2rys4i7

• All my Paladin Press videos: https://demeere.pivotshare.com/

• Crossover podcast with Iain: http://www.wimsblog.com/26

2. Self-defense techniques Q&A:

• L step, shown in Combat Sanshou 1: https://demeere.pivotshare.com/media/combat-sanshou-1%3A-striking/71519/preview
• Patreon series on meeting an attacker head-on:
  • Shock Entries #1: Shoulder Strike: https://www.patreon.com/posts/shock-entries-1-17493245
  • Instructional video #017: Shock Entries 2, Kuntao/Silat Elbow Spike: https://www.patreon.com/posts/instructional-2-18460729
  • Instructional video #018: Shock Entries 3, Bajiquan Double Elbow: https://www.patreon.com/posts/instructional-3-19067692

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It was heaps of fun to record this special crossover podcast episode with Karate-expert Iain Abernethy. I had him on my podcast in episode 18 and it was a great interview. Iain suggested the idea of doing something together and I agreed right away. This is the result.

The concept was this: We asked our followers on social media (and me on Patreon too) for questions to ask the other instructor. During the talk, we ask eachother these questions and then discuss them a bit. Iain comes from a mainly Japanese and Okinawan martial arts perspective where mine is mostly from Chinese martial arts. I think there are some interesting comparisons we made about the arts and how to train, along with hearing more from how we each view things.

I very much enjoyed our conversation, I learned a lot and I'm confident you'll enjoy it as well.

If you'd like us to do this again, let me know in the comments and we'll set it up.

Enjoy!

Show notes:

1. Differences between Japanese and Chinese forms

• Cultural artifacts in forms: getting the "whiskers" out of the way.
• The Tai Chi Chuan long form I practice.

2. Views on principle-based training

• Indonesian Fighting Fundamentals: The Brutal Arts Of The Archipelago
• Randy's Law

3. What to be wary of when joining a new gym or martial arts school

• Podcast episode 25: How to choose a self-defense class or instructor
• How to Visit Another Martial Arts School or Gym.
• How to Train at a New Martial Arts School or Gym
• How to Piss Off Your Training Partner: Part 1 Part2 Part 3

4. Advice on strength training and lifting weights

• Periodization: Theory and Methodology of Training
• Stuart McGills's Big Three - Exercises for Core Stability
• The Revolutionary 1 x 20 RM Strength Training Program
• Science of Martial Arts Training
• Power/Control video

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This episode is late again for a variety of reasons, not least of which is that I have been travelling. That said, I think you'll like it as it answers a question I get asked all the time: how do I choose a self-defense class or instructor?

In this episode, I list numerous aspects you should take into consideration before making such a choice. The list isn't complete, but it certainly helps you avoid the biggest problems.

Enjoy!

Episode homepage:http://www.wimsblog.com/25

Show notes:

1. Intro

• Join me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wimdemeere
• Basic Self-Defense, Part 1: http://www.wimsblog.com/Basicselfdefense1
• Interview with Iain on my podcast: http://www.wimsblog.com/2018/04/podcast-episode-18-interview-with-iain-abernethy/

2. How to choose a self-defense class or instructor

• Patreon Quick Q&A on choosing a self-defense class or instructor: https://www.patreon.com/posts/quick-q-017-how-21152565
• In the Name of Self-Defense: What it costs. When it's worth it: https://amzn.to/2xs0Op1
• The Law of Self Defense: https://amzn.to/2zoq0hC
• How to choose a knife for everyday carry: http://www.wimsblog.com/2018/03/how-to-choose-a-knife-for-everyday-carry/
• Atienza kali murder trial (he was found guilty...): https://www.nytimes.com/2004/10/26/nyregion/man-who-killed-a-bouncer-is-called-heroic-by-his-lawyer.html

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I've been looking forward to it for a while and now I finally got the chance to interview Professor Drew Anderson. He is a Psychology professor but also a Fireman, EMT and much more.

We do a deep dive into PTSD and trauma, how to handle it and build resilience, handling disturbed individuals and much more.

As always, there is a Q&A at the end.

Enjoy!

Professor Drew Anderson

Episode homepage:http://www.wimsblog.com/24

Show notes:

1. PTSD, trauma and resilience

• Feeling Good by David Burns https://amzn.to/2OPaL79
• Mind Over Mood by Christine Padesky https://amzn.to/2KwxGAx
• Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies http://www.abct.org

2. Handling disturbed individuals

• Talking Them Through: Crisis Communications with the Emotionally Disturbed and Mentally Ill by Rory Miller https://amzn.to/2AHMbSE
• Excited delirium https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Excited_delirium
• Verbal Judo https://amzn.to/2OfN2M9
• No touch bullshit martial arts: https://youtu.be/Sr0AbiM3kMg

3.Applied Relaxation

• Progressive muscle relaxation https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progressive_muscle_relaxation
• Appliedrelaxation.com 50% off until September 15 Promocode: wimsblog

4. Q&A

• Solving the Procrastination Puzzle: A Concise Guide to Strategies for Change Feeling good https://amzn.to/2BvnCbG
• Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy: https://amzn.to/2nWwVbd
• Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises: https://traumaprevention.com
• Prof. Anderson's site:www.Appliedrelaxation.com

Thanks for listening!

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