Contrary to popular belief, size actually matters— and being faced with a larger attacker is one of the worst situations you can be in.

So, read as our expert on self-defense products discusses how you can defend yourself against a larger attacker:

Limit their mobility

Knees are one of the hardest things to block. Lean away from your attacker and use a low-line side kick to attack them. The side kick is one of the favorite self-defense moves of Bruce Lee, accompanied by the vertical fist jab and the finger jab to the eye.

You may also use an ‘oblique kick.’

Attack their breathing

Use the heel of your palm and perform a strong strike upward into their nose. This will generate enough force to break their nose and cause breathing issues temporarily. Here’s the thing about palm heel:

§You can deliver as much force as you can while not having to worry about hurting your hand

§You don’t have to learn to punch like a boxer

One good shot with this move is enough to drop a larger attacker. So, lean into it and ensure your torso, hips, and feet are supporting you.

If your life is in danger due to multiple attackers or an armed attack, a strike to the throat may become a valid action. Make a fist and punch using the second knuckles— this move is absolutely lethal.

Attack their vision

When it comes to defending yourself against a big guy, there’s no better way than attacking their eyes with a finger jab. Deployed with an open hand, with the fingers stretched, this is Bruce Lee’s top favorite self-defense technique. This is just like a jab you see in boxing, but with fingers — flicking them into the eyes of the opponents.

To ensure you don’t telegraph the move, come upward at a 45-degree angle, instead of horizontally. Creating an opening for escape is easy without requiring much force. In addition, watch some UFC fights that have been stopped as a result of accidental eye pokes.

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