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Amelia Smith wrote:
I think that regular aikido training, without extra "fight training" is actually an excellent preparation for that kind of thing, but also for other crises (natural disasters, accidents, illness, interpersonal conflict, work troubles, etc.).
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Hmm...
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That's more valuable than any specific physical technique
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Nope, not buying it, sorry.
Here's an example. The Heimlich Maneuver (aka Abdominal Thrust) - a simple, specific technique which is easily learned. As long as its performed competently, this technique is more valuable than any amount of "keeping your centre", ask anyone who's choking to death.