Comment on Is martial arts really that useful?
golden_zealot@lemmy.ml 2 months ago
When faced with a firearm or a knife, any self respecting martial artist will tell you the one technique that will save your life.
Running the fuck away and or taking cover.
When it comes to hand to hand combat, understanding the dynamics of how to protect yourself and control the opposer like in Jiu Jitsu is very useful and can also potentially save your life.
But no, if they have a weapon of any kind, get the fuck out of there.
OCATMBBL@lemmy.world 2 months ago
Agreed. Good instructors tell you to run if you can, and teach you to fight if you have to.