RedMan—Train like you fight, fight like you train
"Mention “RedMan” to a police officer, and you’ll usually get a strong reaction. Some remember it as a highlight of their academy training, while others recall it with, let’s say,...
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RedMan—Train like you fight, fight like you train
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Martial Arts and Law Enforcement Part Two: Choose the Right type of Training
At the end of the day, there is inherent risk in any style of martial art; after all, it’s physical combat. But for a professional who runs the very real...
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Martial Arts and Law Enforcement Part One: The Basics
As a trainer, I frequently get asked what martial art is best for police officers. It’s a great question, and a topic that’s particularly close to my heart, but there’s...
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Shadowboxing — Solo training to maintain tactical readiness
"It would be nice if tactical training and readiness were as easy as buying a bunch of gear and keeping it in a box until it’s needed. But in our...
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Tactical Breathwork—the Key to Staying Calm under Pressure
"Anyone who has done competitive fighting—boxing, MMA, take your pick—has done something akin to tactical breathing techniques. After a round, the corner man takes out the fighter's mouthpiece and says...
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“I Graduated from the Academy, Now What?” Tips for the rookie police officer
"Do not become complacent on the job; awareness and vigilance are priority one. Be alert. Constantly scan the street. When approaching people, look at areas accessible to their hands"
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Oleoresin Capsicum— The Science Behind Pepper Spray
"Direct exposure to OC results in a painful burning sensation of the skin and mucous membranes. It causes stinging, redness and an involuntary closing of the eyes. OC can also...
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What is Your Profession? Responsibilities of the Law Enforcement Professional
The trade of the law enforcement professional is that of peace officer. Whether a deputy, police officer, corrections officer, security agent or court bailiff, we are all in the same...
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Balance is Everything — Understanding the Pyramid Concept
Balance Is defined as the body’s ability to maintain its center of mass over the base of support. This is, of course, most important during an emergency—whether running, jumping, room...
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Handcuff Injuries: Simple Steps to Reduce Liability
As the name suggests, handcuff neuropathy is an injury—usually to someone in police custody—caused by overtightening of handcuffs. Over-compression most often damages the superficial radial nerve, and this damage can be severe...
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How do you Stand during a Field Interview? It Matters.
Have you ever seen the way many police officers stand? My department had what we affectionately called “heavy arm syndrome”—upon graduating the academy, probationary police officers caught this condition from...
