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Trained To Fight Episode #55: Interview With Mark Slane

Wednesday, February 02, 2022

Krav Maga and Self Defense Blog/Interviews/Trained To Fight Episode #55: Interview With Mark Slane

In this episode of the "Trained to Fight" podcast, we dive into the often-overlooked aspects of self-defense: the freeze response and adrenaline dump. These are not just fancy terms, but real physiological reactions that can leave you paralyzed when you need to act the most. Mark Slane, the head honcho of the United States Krav Maga Association (USKMA), takes us through how these reactions can hijack your ability to think clearly and make quick decisions when you're in a high-stress situation.

Slane doesn't just point out the problem—he offers a solution. Through Krav Maga training, you can condition yourself to push past these natural reactions. Krav Maga isn't about looking fancy; it's about using gross motor skills, the kind of movements your body can rely on even when your brain is flooded with adrenaline. In real-world situations, it's these big, basic moves that could save your life.

​To wrap it up, Slane throws in some solid reading recommendations for those who want to dig deeper. If you're serious about understanding and overcoming the freeze response, check out the works of Rory Miller and Colonel Grossman.

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Hi, I'm Paul Simoes

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I’ve been knee-deep in martial arts my whole life, and My Krav Life is where I spill the beans on how to keep yourself—and your loved ones—safe in this wild world.

When I’m not busy teaching or typing away, you’ll find me wrangling my five kids or juggling my various businesses.

​My mission? To turn everyday folks into the ultimate sheepdogs of their community. Plus, I might throw in a dad joke or two—consider yourself warned!