Sunday, 16 July 2023

Shin, top of the foot, ball of the foot, toes? 🦶 That is the question!

At some point, I realized that one self defense technique I have rarely mentioned is the front testicle kick commonly known as the groin kick. Well, this is definitely not because I do not consider it useful, but this blog mainly focuses on overlooked last-resort self defense methods and kicking is rather a first-response move suitable mainly for the initial stages of an attack. However, I think all of you agree, it would be a big mistake not to discuss it thoroughly.

Although regarded as a staple classical technique of female self defense, it is again associated with many controversies and mixed opinions; some ‘experts’ even suggest ‘groin kicks’ should be avoided completely. The inconvenient truth is, if not mastered enough they can just fail, he might grab your leg and throw you, or if mistargeted it can just enrage him. On the other hand, a properly executed unexpected kick to the most sensitive male bits can be an immediate stop for even the most dangerous and determined attacker.

Legs offer different striking areas for kicking. 
Firstly, it is important to remember, like with kneeing, force, and precision are the most important elements of a successful kick. The up-from-under motion of the leg ensures the testicles are crushed against the pubic bone. Important is gaining the greatest momentum of your leg possible; in this way, you can lift him off the ground similarly as when kneeing testicles. When quick and unexpected, he has little chance to block or counteract it in any way. A powerful kick can be achieved by slightly stepping back and shooting the leg explosively toward the imaginary target above the genitals.  An ideal situation is when the attacker has his legs open at the point, he approaches you and squares off.

However, when reading articles and comments about female self defense there is always one unresolved issue always coming up: what should be the preferred striking area: shin, top of the foot, toes, or ball of the foot?

In one of my earlier posts, I already mentioned the testicle scoop kick, using which even the weakest woman can do a number on the attacker’s testicles combining both impact and jerking force of her toes. But what about other striking areas in normal types of kicking? You often hear advice like: Do not kick with your toes, they are too soft, you will just hurt yourself. Or: By kicking with the top of the foot you can miss, it is safer to use shin, etc. So how is it? You are probably quite interested in what Linda said about this issue. Well to be honest, there is no one right answer, it all depends on the situation and circumstances, for instance, the distance between you and him, your and his clothing or the type of your shoes, or if barefoot.

Let’s now discuss more closely and critically the different possible striking areas one by one.

The mechanics of different striking areas: (A) shin, (B) top of the foot, (C) ball of the foot, (D) toes. 

Shin (A): A very sturdy area of the leg can be used when the attacker is not close enough to be kneed in the testicles but too far away to be kicked with any distal parts of the foot. Because a quite large area, aiming does not need to be that precise, you just need to get your shin between his leg and move up, and your shin will find the desired target. The effect is like him falling on a handrailing (we all have seen the funny home videos). On the other hand, it is more difficult to get enough upward momentum without trying to kick much higher and the shin can be slowed down with his thighs.

Top of the foot (B): It is a more distal part of the leg so you can get a much better swing momentum and penetration. This area is fortified with tarsal bones, and wearing any hard shoes makes it even sturdier. Normally, the impact of the top of the foot comes from the bottom and a little bit from the back, which is advantageous, because as you already know the back of the testicles is the most sensitive due to the presence of delicate epididymis.  On the other hand, to use this area, there needs to be the right distance between you and him. Creating or getting in a convenient distance for a particular move is an overlook but essential part of self defense skills.

Kuba Kickz are handy tools
to add spikes to the top of the foot which can
do significant damage to his ballsack
Interestingly, there is a very handy self defense tool available on the market called Kuba Kickz. This small plastic thing is to be fastened between the shoelaces which just adds sharp spikes to your foot making the top of the foot a devastating prongy weapon. Linda owned one of these and showed us what those spikes do on a kicking dummy leathery bottom. Believe me, there were some indentations left behind! So don’t worry, luckily for them, Bob or Peter were excluded from the demonstration this time even if they wore cups. Still, it is not difficult to imagine what it would do with real scrotum content after a hard kick. I like they come in pink, and they are not an overly big object, but still not that inconspicuous, it is something one can wear for jogging but not a stylish piece for a formal meeting, date, or party.  I would rather avoid explaining if somebody asks: What’s that thing on your shoes?

The ball of the foot (C): In a normal situation hard to use as the whole foot would have to be raised up at a 90° angle. Also, this striking area is relatively soft and would generate rather pushing force from the front against his penis which would provide some cushion. It is hard to ensure up and under movement and crushing testicles against hard backing. On the other hand, it is a good striking area when kicking for instance from a sitting or lying position (these situations will be for sure discussed later).

Toes (D): As mentioned, toes should be utilized during scoop kicking to generate the right hooking/jerking motion. Toes are the most distal part of the limb and therefore can get the greatest momentum. On the other hand, bare toes are floppy and not as sturdy as for instance the top of the foot and a direct hit on the pelvic floor can be painful (but not even close as it is for the attacker). When wearing any pointy shoes, there is no doubt that this is the striking area of choice. Raise the tip of your shoe and drive it into his bulge explosively. The tip of the shoe has a great penetrating capacity and usually impacts just one testicle. When well placed the effect is great and can lead to testicle rupturing and him passing out. If possible, repeat the kick to ensure the complete defeat of the thug.

In conclusion, regardless of the striking area, kicking is an effective means of female self defense. There are so many more aspects to discuss in detail and of course, practicing kicking during the course was as much fun as kneeing or other techniques. I will cover it more thoroughly in some future posts.

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  1. Hey wendy. talking of the kuba kicks, on my humble opinion i think they awful, moslty because they signal you ready to kick in the testicles. It may be compensated for strong woman but on truth...
    Even flat sandals very usually have metal ornaments on the part right before the toes. This will provide you with a good weapon (a hidden weapon) to unleash on his testicles and at the same time you can have a cute and harmless appearance in which it will be easier to distract or decieve him to catch him off guard.

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    1. Hi André, you are absolutely right. I would hate to wear these Kuba Kickz all the time. On the other hand, seeing those on the woman's shoes can discourage the attacker from even approaching the woman :) You are right some shoes can effectively substitute Kuba Kickz. Maybe the designers should have the self defense function of shoes in mind. Regards, Wendy

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    2. hey wendy look at this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ne1-8HkEJxM&t=31s
      She fights like you (goes for eyes and testicles). When she got grabbed you can note she doesnt have an easy way out of it (escape on a bit unrealistic way). Although im not sure who would won (she is a trained fighter) on her case, on your case you would most likely lose on her shoes just straight fighting him.
      So you would move onto a trick/deceive phase, but you cant do that with spiky ball kicking shoes. the kuba kicks are so bad they could make you lose a fight you would most likely won with a clever/tricking style (your main style)
      As self defense shoes high heels do lots of damage, although if i can dream i would choose to add a hidden metal tip to flat sandals, sneakers or ballet flats (for the mobility). Mass produce it and you have the scare factor of the kuba kicks but on a hidden/discrete way you can move onto decieve your attacker to kick his nuts if you need it

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  2. Hi Wendy, I imagine trying out these techniques on Bob and Peter would have been vey helpful, as you'd get to observe in real time the different effects resulting from kicking their testicles with either your toes or the top of your foot, for example. Did you get to practice these techniques much on the boys, and if so was it very helpful to get to observe the way they reacted to having their testicles kicked?

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    1. Hi, thanks for your comment. Yes as with all other techniques we tried it out on Bob and Peter in a way their testicles were not in unacceptable danger. This is important to understand the mechanics, wheatear the striking area found the intended target, how it feels but also to observe his automatic reaction as well. Regards, Wendy

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  3. I was dying to trying try these out so I asked my hubby to let me...he really didn't want to but eventually agreed if he could wear his baseball cup. First. Let me just say it's literally amazing how effective these are even with special 'male protection'...on every hit he needed some time to compose himself which was amazing to me? I thought those things were supposed to keep his bits safe? I did find a and b most effective because I didn't need to think about it as much which I think is really important if we're talking about a self defense situation which would be super chaotic. Also feel empowering to how easy us women can floor an unruly man with just one strike to the groin...

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    1. Hi, thank you for your comment. Kudos to your hubby for letting you try out the gadget. He must be very brave :) The cups do offer some protection, but to 100% protect such delicate things as testicles, he would have to be in some knight armor or something :) Sometimes the cup can do even more harm if a testicle or both get trapped under the rim. A kick or knee can then 'pancake' the organ(s). Be sure the cup is fitting and fastened properly before training. And you are right any self defense situation is chaotic and stressful and the techniques should be memorized to be executed easily and automatically Sometimes there is no time for aiming etc. so the techniques should be simple and effective. To me kicking with the top of the foot is the best option even without Kuba Kickz. Sometimes it is all it takes just one kick or knee and the woman can relaxedly walk away from the writhing attacker on the floor. No need for elaborate movements. Regards, Wendy

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  4. JAMAICAN WOMEN self defense
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLz1Mw1fR-s

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    1. Thank you for the link. Jamaican women for sure know how to defend themselves! Regards, Wendy

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    2. Yes, I knew a Jamaican woman and she always aimed for the nuts during any sort of altercation...

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    3. Haha, you have to be careful with her. :) Wendy

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  5. Hi Wendy.
    Thank you for this blog.
    This topic, that which part of foot is the best to kick, interest me.
    I know, that it depends a distance now.
    Sincerely Stan

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    1. Hi Stan, you are welcome. Regards, Wendy

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  6. Hi Wendy, my boyfriend encourage me practice the B and D technique, he wear a groin cup for protection so i can wear mary jane shoe with hard slightly pointed toe to kick it harder.. however, he is tall and big i have to kick very high and the velocity of my food swing drop before contact into his groin.. but when he lay down and spread his leg i comfortably follow through my kicking power and imagine the target 1 to 2 feet way above his groin.. i can kick it harder from here combine with 2 month of kicking accuracy practice using sandbag put on the floor he build for me, he can feel the power i kick even he's wearing a cup he still can have some pain around the groin and his balls. he use the good quality cup specially buy from internet that can fit in his two large organ but sometime we still afraid it will break at some point so we constantly check the cup after hard kick to ensure the cup still in good condition.. my foot 5 in uk size is small he still teach me to kick faster and kick multiple times during practice to ensure attacker testicles severely injuries if i encounter real one. by the way im waiting the hull strawberries part 2 😊 hand technique is my favorite after all.

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    1. Hi, Kudos to your boyfriend for taking care of your training. It is a general problem that women are shorter than men and have to kick higher. It requires some practice and gaining more strength through everyday workouts. Getting a high-quality cup is important to protect the delicate male package. Also, regular checking for any sign of wear and tear is advisable to ensure full functionality. Rather safe than sorry. Even the best cup does not provide 100% protection so please be careful. I will definitely cover the topic of kicking and stomping lying attackers. It is a finishing move and can be very devastating to his testicles. Happy training and have a nice day. Regards, Wendy

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  7. Thanks a lot for the systematically elaborated post. Basically, it agrees with my experience as an instructor. Also in that I try to teach the girls that they should only use the leg kick if they are 100% sure of their stability and ability to use all their strength. Because in such a kick, the girls are actually voluntarily depriving themselves of their stability. But if such kick(s) are successful, the attacker is almost always reliably eliminated.
    Petr

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    1. Thank you Petr for teaching young women self defense and for your insight. Yes, kicks are not that easy and have to be practiced and executed only when available otherwise dangerous in losing stability. When applied correctly can be very effective. Regards, Wendy

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  8. Hi Wendy. Doesn't know if you told before but how old was Linda when she did the course? I look forward the post of the death pinch!

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    1. Hi Mark, she was 33. Quite experienced but still understood the needs of student-age women. I am already preparing the post. It will be interesting. Regards, Wendy

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    2. What will be the new topic?

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    3. Death pinch, many of you waiting for it. Wendy

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    4. So, a 33 year old female instructor in a self-defense course is evasive with I formation about what her course entails so she can convince two young guys with much less life experience to allow themselves to have their testicles abused for several months during the course. She 'pets' them after she uses their bodies in an extremely demeaning and humiliating way to demonstrate a self-defense technique, and you actually think that her doing that wasn't disrespectful to Bob or Peter, is that right?

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    5. We have different views on this. Linda was indeed strict, but she appreciated Bob and Peter's help and the goal was not to demean them. Wendy

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  9. Does the death pinch literally cause the guy to die?

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    1. Not the guy, but his balls aren't going to survive.

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    2. Hi, it has two meanings. A man can die because of neurogenic shock. This might happen or not. The death pinch for sure kills a testicle so it is not functional and beyond medical repair. Horrific technique, but effective for serious situations. Stay tuned for the next post. Regards, Wendy

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    3. We have decided that because you are so mean, we have to take your name off of our 2023 Christmas Card Recipient's List. Sorry... :o(

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    4. That's cruel I hope you reconsider your decision. Otherwise, you won't get any cart from me either Evan. Wendy

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    5. he'll wish he did

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    6. Did Linda teach the women techniques that will make the guy dying very likely?

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    7. Hi, some self-defense techniques she taught us were indeed very serious (for very serious situations), like the death pinch which can lead to the death of the attacker if some circumstances are met. Regards, Wendy

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  10. Hi, I have question. Do you think bigger balls are more durable and less fragile?

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    1. Hi, thanks for the question. Actually, it is the other way around, bigger balls are more susceptible to attacks because of more surface area and nerves and are more 'active' which makes them more sensitive. It is much easier to get a secure hold of bigger testicles or just one. Aggressive males have generally bigger balls because of higher testosterone production which makes them an excellent target. Regards, Wendy

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    2. And do you think it's easier to flatten the bigger testicle than smaller?

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    3. And what you meant by 'more active'?

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    4. HI, it is easier to securely grasp a bigger testicle but more difficult to flatten, a small testicle is more difficult to have in a secure lock it can slip away more easily, but it is easy to completely flatten it out. I would say a small and low hanging testicle is the best for this type of techniques. Wendy

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    5. More active means higher production of testosterone and sperm. It makes a guy strong guy but also a crying weakling when necessary :) Wendy

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    6. Wow, so basically a man with bigger heavier nuts will experience more pain when hit compared to a man with smaller nuts! Yeah it’s ironic that big balls make more testosterone and sperm production, make a man manly, but those big testicles are not only more vulnerable (cuz they’re big) but inherently more sensitive! The irony damn.

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    7. Hi. Exactly, it is quite ironic that Nature works that way. It is simply balanced out and gives us women a great possibility to take down even the most aggressive attackers. Regards, Wendy

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  11. Do you recommend the death pinch due to the high level of shock it causes and the higher chance the guy will die?

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    1. Hi, thanks for your question. Well I do recommend death pinch because it can be done even by a weak woman, it is more technical (you need to know how to do it correctly and you need access to naked balls) but it does not require much strength yet it is very effective and results in great shock to the attacker which will cause him at least to pass out so it allows the woman to escape. Regards, Wendy

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    2. Do you prefer the guy dies after the death pinch?

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    3. Hi, no, defending from an attacker is my priority and sometimes a woman has to employ brutal force. Wendy

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  12. i will work as the devil's lawyer for ball of foot kick although its the one that require higher skill its has 2 nice perks attached
    a) It has armour piercing damage. A well place ball of foot kick will pass jeans like jelly and not only jeans even cups dont handle well its focalized impact zone. And since its require very little force to feel the ball of her foot on the balls its the closest "scare factor " a woman can pull off on a public setting and get away with it. She can playfully place it a bit on his crotch or just pull the toes back and tease it and that guy wont try anything unexpected on her for sure.
    b) Unlike toe kick you can just adapt the ball of your foot to your target so its great for finishing off (also a rape setting you most likely barefoot and more likely to need finish him off). Nose, throat, balls of course and even eyes if you feel gory, also since its naturally made for withstand impacts (walking) you can kick many times hard with it without the resentment and pain using your instep may cause.

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    1. Hi André, I do agree that the ball of the foot has some advantages, but generally, it is difficult to apply in a normal confrontation when the attacker is approaching you and is taller. The ball of the foot would rather target his penis and not testicles. The ball of the foot is a good striking area when stomping or kicking from a lying or sitting position. And also a finishing move when you can adjust your aiming. As I said not a resolved issue with a lot of controversy :) Regards, Wendy

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  13. Regarding kicking with the toes.
    If big platform soles are worn then the toes of the kicker are protected by the front of the shoe.
    I know this because I once got into a fight with my friends sister & she got me in the nuts with the toe of her platform strappy shoes & it definitely didn't hurt her - but I was definitely in agony.
    I saw her fight in those shoes a few times after & her toes never seemed to bother her.
    Fashions change but I suspect she loved those shoes.

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    1. Hi Mac, well I do not wear those types of shoes, I prefer rather comfy sneakers, etc. but yes platform soles are a deadly weapon because of the bulky and hard tip (protecting nicely the toes) and they are heavy so can get great momentum real and strong ramming power. But in this case, fashion and comfort have priority over self defense. Be careful with your sister's friends :) Regards, Wendy

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  14. Hi Wendy. During the course you kicked with your shoes on or also barefeet, especially when Bob and Peter were without pants on?
    There are differences in the feelings sensation and also in pain for them!

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    1. Hi Mark, yes we simulated a scenario with a perv flasher. We mainly tested the scoop kick. But don't worry we were quite careful, it was an interesting feeling to get those soft hanging testicles with the toes and take them for a short ride :) Regards, Wendy

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  15. To Evan, thank you, I do celebrate, but spent your time better or do it for somebody you really like. Wendy

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  16. lady goes holidays again. summer i guesse.

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    1. Hi, yes summer, but I should post soon again. Regards, Wendy

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  17. i did karate and ball of foot enters like D picture, actually if you follow the motion of the toe kick and the balls, they end pressured by the ball of your foot. so on truth ball of foot and toe kick are the same depending if the woman on shoes.
    And going phylosophic matter. A kick its the hardest one for a woman (specially of not trained) but also the most rewarding, because you can end the fight before feeling attacked. Also unlike squeeze or kneeing it allows you find other ways of distract him than only seduction.

    The problem is its over all an offensive move. Your best chance its to kick him in the balls before he attacks you. So im interested on this one. can you be the aggresor and just kick a man in the balls? Im not asking you would, but if you develop the potential to be the aggresor on a situation. (like linda on all his demos)

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    1. Hi André, yes it is possible to use the ball of the foot. But if wearing shoes I think the tip of the shoe is the best target. I also agree that kicking because it is done from a distance can be the preferred technique for some women as, as opposed to testicle grabbing the contact with the attacker's genitals is minimal and quick. Can also be used as a preemptive strike at the point he is approaching and his intentions seem to be hostile. As you can see in the video below kicking can be dangerous so I would not go around and kick guys in the testicles, thats wrong. Regards, Wendy

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  18. Hi wendy. What do you think of the tecnique the girl used in this video? She uses which part of the foot? By the way it ended with a ruptured testicle.
    https://youtube.com/watch?v=QLi94HDKSwA&feature=share9

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    1. Hi Mark, thank you for the video. I do feel sorry for the guy, such pranks or bets should be avoided. But I can tell she executed the kick perfectly, exactly as we were taught. It shows also the effectiveness of this technique and the danger it possesses to the man's testicles if executed correctly, it was all quick, so he could not react or block it and it took just seconds to put him on the ground writhing. The striking area was clearly the top of the foot, she used her hips and got a lot of momentum and power. This video is a good argument in support that if a woman knows some good techniques and the sensitive points on the man's body she can defend herself and it can lead to serious injury of the testicles in this case rupturing. In the case of a real attacker so sympathy. Regards, Wendy

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  19. That woman in the video must be one of your female heroes.

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    1. Not really. They both should not have made such a stupid bet. In some way, I understand her she made a point she did not want to look weak. She simply showed what she is capable of. The martial art knowledge should not be misused because it can lead to ruptured testicles of innocent men. On the other hand, these videos show how effective the techniques are. Regards, Wendy

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  20. To John
    ''Hi Wendy, I saw this video in which a woman kicked a man in the nuts after he was already immobilized. What are your thoughts on it and the technique she used (looked like a toe kick)''...

    Hi John thank you for the video. I have to be careful about which video to post and which sites to link to. I have to say the man was already immobilised and I think she kicked him in revenge or something so I cannot approved her action. In case of self defense such toe kick of lying but still dangerous attacker is a good move can be even more effective than stomp. I will cover this technique it in the future. Regards. Wendy

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  21. I see men commenting that's its unfair to kick below the belt & I remember as a teenager thinking exactly that.
    How can I practice my boxing , give & take a punch, build my muscles & a girl with no muscles & training can just drop me with a single kick.
    Well mum said " you just have to grow up & take it like a man " 🙂 still not right.

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    1. Hi Mac, your mum was right, you just have to accept that and take it like a man. We simply do have an advantage over you in this respect. Sometimes no muscles and no training can help you. Testicles just balance things out. They are the source of the male strength as well as weakness. Understandably some men see it as unfair and comment angrily. The best would be to accept it and even offer to help their loved ones to try out the effective techniques of female self-defense. Regards, Wendy

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  22. Very true about helping loved ones learn, I think some girls are shy & giggly about targeting us down there & need advice.
    My wife had 3 older brothers so she knew well how to handle males.
    When play fighting she almost had an instinct of which way I would block & turn, but still manage get me with a knee or kick - point being some girls are shy about this subject, but it could save their life one day.

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    1. Hi Mac, exactly not a pleasant topic, but shying away from it can be a mistake as our lives can depend on it. It is important to have someone to be able to talk about it sensibly but openly and give the best advice. Regards, Wendy

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    2. If it should be talked about 'sensibly', then why are you talking about it Wendy?

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  23. Asked and expert on this. It depends on distance, shin if close, ball of foot (it pays off if you casually has the right angle) and instep if he is far. Although you were right and she universally also prefers instep for more damage

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    1. HI Andre thanks, for confirming :) It really depends on the situation. There is no right answer as some claim. The instep has some great advantages. Regards, Wendy

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  24. If we lived on a neutral world. I just couldnt imagine a man vs woman sparring without her at least trying 5 kicks to his testicles. Its a reliable way to cause decisive damage from a safe distance. Even normal woman would master it just because its such a core skill for self protection.
    And if she connects at any intensity she won that fight. For self improvement reasons they may keep sparring but it should be obvious no guy can keep fighting after a proper kick to the balls. It would be 1-0 for her, something like that.
    Sometimes it surprises me how far we are from what logic and reason dictates.

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    1. HI André your comment is spot on again. That's why Linda organized the course the way she organized it. To learn effective stuff. That's why can spar with Bob and Peter and try things out including ball kicks. It was to get an idea of the effectiveness and to master the techniques. Do not find logic and reason, many instructors shy away from the testicles as a target even though they know it is effective. Regards, Wendy

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  25. Ideally a martial arts class its to get realistic combat experience against dangerous oponents. If you fight a woman on fight fair scenario. it quickly becames absurd and pointless. If that girl gots attacked on the street almost surely will try to kick him in the balls (although probably way less prepare than she should) so the fight fair spar its not even a realistic combat simulation against that specific girl.

    If i have to spar a woman the ideal would be she using kicks to the balls and eyepokes as much as she wishes. The rest its just a cup and ensure an intensity you can keep the spar going with both being safe while doing it.

    On my opinion the obsession with winning and look tough contaminates martial arts at its core. What its the point of a full contact brawl if you have to avoid all vital areas? Its also works on the other way. I know more than a decent number of cases about woman who obliterated "by accident" the balls of they sparring partner because they wanted to win.

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  26. I think a shin kick is a wasted opportunity to do much more damage and inflict more pain since it’s probably only going to hit one testicle. Also due to the striking angle the penis might absorb some of the impact, so the whole attack is diminished.

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    1. I don't think that hitting only one testicle is necessarily bad - it also means that the impact is now concentrated on one testicle instead of being dispersed over two.
      Of course you must be careful not to miss completely, which is readily possible - the shin kick is sometimes used in movie stunts or pro wrestling to fake a ball kick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5a7yo2F_h4I

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    2. Hi Max, I agree with you that hitting just one testicle is enough and can be even more impactful. Thank you for the interesting video. I did not know that there was something like a 'fake groin kick'. We just learned how to make it as actual and functional as possible :) Regards, Wendy

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    3. Hi Wendy, I'm glad that you liked the video - I found it quite surprising.

      On another subject: I'm a bit worried if I've upset you with my criticism of your drawing of the "death pinch" - if so, I'm sorry. Let me emphasize that I am a big fan of your clear drawings (those in this article are especially great!), I just tried to point a possible improvement. Kind regards, Max

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    4. Hi Max, thanks again, I am definitely not upset by criticism. Criticism is to make things better. I will try to improve, but I am not a professional artist. So no worries. Regards, Wendy

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    5. Hi Wendy, Thank you very much! I was just a bit worried because you didn't reply to my comment on the Death Pinch article. Was a silly thought. Regards, Max

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    6. Hi Max, I try to answer all comments but sometimes I am just busy and sometimes I forget or miss the comment. Regards, Wendy

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  27. A menudo hay algún estúpido violador que se atreve en asaltar a dos chicas que van juntas en la noche...la mejor manera de defenderse siendo dos es colocarse una delante y otra detrás!...y la de delante insinuarse de manera de distracción pero aún así la de delante es la que inicia la primera patada bien colocada en los testículos para así la de atrás dar por sorpresa la patada final...entre el dolor de la primera patada y la segunda por sorpresa ...lo más probable que se reviente algún testículo dejando inmóvil al violador.es muy fácil entre dos!.

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    1. Gracias, Adrian. Tienes razón, las chicas pueden trabajar eficazmente en equipo y utilizar la distracción y el engaño para combatir a un atacante estúpido. Cuando el ataque a los testículos llega al mismo tiempo desde el frente, no podrá reaccionar :) Su culpa, no debería haber atacado. Saludos. Wendy.

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  28. tag team self defense for woman its so underrated. Unlike man not always woman are attacked they are alone. One can distracts while the other safely kicks his testicles, then after the first attack one can hold the attacker so the other have an easy access to deliver multiple kicks to his testicles. She can control if it just kicks him enough to incapacitate him, KO him or even made him lose his balls. And Any 2 woman could pull it off regardless of strenght and size. Its truly a shame tag team self defense its not teached more

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    1. Hi André that's right, wait for my second installment of distraction and deception, we indeed worked in a team to distract Bob and Peter to get them where it counts. A man really cannot fight two women if they know how to team up to achieve the goal. This is often overlooked in classical self defense training, which is a pity. One of the two can always get behind the attacker and use some effective techniques for instance the reverse scoop kick. Definitely, it requires some dedicated posts to discuss this. Regards, Wendy

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    2. That must have been fun - watching two innocent young guys crumple from being kicked in their testicles, knowing you were protected no matter what happened to them. A sadist's dream.

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    3. Well, you say. We were actually quite sad and concerned it happened, but we knew it was simply necessary for our training. Regards, Wendy

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    4. LOL. No doubt. Excuse the cynicism, but your comment is coming from a violence-loving man-hater who is happy for a man to be mutilated if it benefits a woman. So, in conclusion, I find your claim of sadness and concern for Bob and Peter complete bullshit.

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    5. You mentioned the reverse scoop kick in a tag situation , but when I was younger I remember seeing a middle aged woman kick a young thug in the balls from behind who was snatching & pulling an elderly woman's handbag & remember thinking Wow , that's very clever, sisterhood eh ?

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    6. Nunca dejes que te den por detrás un mujer, es una patada letal...xq duele más y la sorpresa que no se espera

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    7. Hi Mac, yes you are right that was a very smart thinking of the middle-aged woman. She did the right thing. A surprise attack from behind and the man cannot react. A scoop kick behind can be as effective as when performed from the front. The yerking moment is the key. I will discuss some rear techniques in detail in the future posts. Regards, Wendy

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    8. Haha, un hombre no puede mirar su frente y su espalda simultáneamente :) Simplemente deberíamos usar esto.

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    9. Si lo usais el hombre puede quedar muy mal,de hecho ko.

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    10. On reflection I think what suprised me was that, I didn't expect an older woman to know that or that it was un ladylike , whereas today women see it in films almost everyday & are "clued up" so to speak.
      Anyway he probably never forgot that bolt from the blue.

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  29. My sparring partner and me practice these kicks on each other and the most painful is the toe kick. The only down-side is your probably only kicking one testicle but the one you kick will cause massive pain. My friends left testicle is slightly larger so I aim for that one. My balls are the same, so he uses kick B on me. Either way it’s incredibly painful but the maestro way to hurt a guy

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  30. because the positioning of testicles without underwear your scoop kick would be kicking the back of the testicles, the ball of foot kick would get on the space between dick and balls. Both would hurt similar.
    With underwear or clothes your scoop kick may get lucky and trap a testicle or get the rectum, will be a relatively sting impact, ball of foot would be like a hammer to the whole testicle area.
    On my opinion it depends on if you using shoes, specially high heels, if you want to slam that hard leather onto something vulnerable then scoop kick may pay off exponentially, if you barefoot a ball of foot kick will get the job done of focusing most of your power onto his testicles. Btw i mentioned the karate version of the ball of foot kick (more like a snap kick) rather than the western version (more like a push kick)

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  31. I think the back of a guys testicles should be the primary target, explode the epididymus and let the rest of the impact get absorbed by the front of the balls. Sounds savage but if I’m touching a guys nuts he’s in for the worst pain he’s ever felt.

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