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Hey Tony great video as always. I got 1 question for you tho. How big impact would psychological warfare have on a fight? Both profesionally and on the street. things like insulting the opponent or my personal favorite laughing like the joker. I just imagine that it would be terrifying for the opponent to hit you in the face and all they get back is a wide smile and laughing.
Street fights never end well. If someone attacks you in the street, do what you can to defend yourself, but get out of that situation as quickly as possible. There is no referee, and you should assume that your attacker has the worst intentions ... fear and anxiety are natural defense mechanisms. Nothing to be ashamed of.
Imo the best attitude, if you are trained, is to try everything to descalate. The more confident you are, the more leverage you have to avoid fighting. Stress and adrenaline is what gets you into shitty situations. After years of pondering the paradox of training but eventually avoid fighting "opportunities", I have come to this obvious conclusion: you either don't train and get fcked, or you train and go home without wasting your time, energy and health in a stupid fight' This is the endgame. Tldr : the more you train, the less you fight. Sweat saves blood.
Totally agree, I always imagine something like someone's head hitting the pavement or something and possibly not waking up. Now you're headed to jail where you'll be fighting from now on. Too risky, enjoy your life and everything you've built through hard work and de-escalate/walk away
@marksneddon I didn't say terror .... If a person can control their fear, they have a much better chance in that scenario. But as for terror, yes, it will make you freeze, and that's the last thing you want .... fear and terror are not the same thing.
@marksneddon Well, don't let it overwhelm you then. Fear is a natural response to dangerous situations. But fear can also become your friend if you know how to control it .... But yes, don't be overwhelmed .... It's like an airplane pilot panicking .... We don't want that.
@marksneddon There is some truth to that. This happened to me in high school. But at age 17, I started to get bigger and stronger ... I gave the bully the fight that he wanted. At first, your adrenaline messes up your coordination. But once the adrenaline settles, you will realize that you're also capable of inflicting damage to your opponent. Most men don't get into fights, because we've learned our lessons in high school and college. The bully won't be in a hurry to get punched in the face again. Random street fights are different .... Doesn't matter how tough you are. The danger and legal ramifications are very real. Best to avoid trouble.
I can give you a trick I used, and I am a non trained fighter. It worked for me, although it was many years ago (I am 65). When I was young, I used to copy the movement of Muhammad Ali, his footwork, his jabbing, his clinching. It actually worked for me in a street fight. The guy who fought me tried to end it quickly with easily timed haymakers, and I kept just out of distance. What this guy did not want to do is fight for 5 minutes, and after throwing 3-4 punches as hard as he could, he was huffing and puffing. He fatigued himself and gave up after about 2 minutes of chasing me around. I didn't land anything either, but I controlled my breathing and didn't exhaust myself and he did. When he turned around to go home, someone in the crowd watching said, "That guy shouldn't have fucked with a trained boxer." I was no such thing.
I had same experience except I found karate. I suddenly became best student, suddenly i started to read books and became machine in mind and body. Kudos my friend
I did that for my oldest son who was in special education and took him to boxing to learn to fight cause I just knew he’d get picked on but to my surprise he really took to the sport and fell in love with it and that was 11 years ago ..He just graduated high school yesterday and has become a remarkable young man and I owe 99% of that to the sport he loves in boxing..Taught him discipline, patience and how to channel his emotions and as far as street fights he’s 0-0 never had one and nobody messes with him cause they know of him and or they know what kind of gentleman he is …Thank you boxing family from a very proud dad
I hit a guy once & got 18 months for putting him into a coma for 4 months,local thug well known to the courts,even his own mother spoke up for me in court,but one punch,thats all it took,ended up doing 3 years with time added for stuff that happened inside,usually for stepping in on a bully or atleast someone who thought they were. Run away if you can,youre not a coward,its self preservation,besides,most people dont have it in them to throw a punch in anger & thats ok aslong as you understand your limitations. Its ok to run away,remember that.
this is not great content. this is a 5min video on how to end up in the ER if you survive AT BEST in prison looking at a life sentence AT WORST. assuming no one died, including yourself. 5 min of the dumbest advice i've EVER heard in my life.
Been working in lockdowns and corrections for 15 + years now, been in more fights and brawls than I can count or remember. I still get scared everytime I have to get in someone's face, doesn't change how I act. The only difference is that I no longer get angry when I fight, i just acknowledge the fear and handle the shit.
I feel for you having a job like this. My freind in security has just gone for an interview to become a prison officer. I said he should not do it, it will corrupt you. I do not think he understands what he is getting himself into.
I learned how to defend myself and I’m even more apprehensive to take a fight. You never know what’s going to happen, de-escalation and running shoes+cardio is the best way. Unless your back is against the wall, then you’ll use all your skills.
Also the fear of what happens after the fight. That was half of it for me when I was younger. Afraid there would be charges OR getting jumped by a bunch of opponents friends weeks or months later. None of that ever happened but it's a legit fear. Now that' i'm older, its the biggest reason I really restrain myself from it all. Don't wanna end up in jail.
I had a buddy try and start some crap he always had a hot head. We were in some store and knowing him he initiated the beef Guy comes over my buddy is running his mouth I am like what is the situation the random guy is like oh so you are going to jump me now I am like no I am wanting to know the situation anyways. My dumbass friend won't stfu not a friend anymore me and the random guy look at each other look at him the random dude was with his gf I am like. I am out of here just walk by and leave lol. Anyways random guy is with 10 of his friends weeks later. we eye each other but he knows I was chill and didn't want to start shit. If I had though I would have been whooped into the shadow realm!
Another fear is our innate ability to NOT want to hurt someone else. Example, if an untrained person were to press, say Tony, into a fight. Tony would figure out real quick how soon he could end it. Yet, if the guy keeps pushing, the fear of hurting him kicks in, because the clear loser won't stop. Make sense? Great work as always Tony!
In some situations it is also difficult to prove that you actually acted in self defence and that the amount of force was reasonable. I'm just as afraid of winning a street fight as I am of losing it, maybe even more.
Idk how people actually think like this, if someone is going to repeatedly harass me or my group for no reason I have not an ounce of remorse or sympathy or empathy anything at all about hurting them badly. Go out of your way way to pick on and bully strangers because you think you can stand over them and you deserve no mercy from anyone.
@@MonkeyLiggaScrumptiousNan You sound like someone who's never fought. Perhaps you should go beat someone up, then come back and talk about the psychological fallout?
The combination of this and being afraid to get hurt myself makes me terrible at combat sports. I don't want to hurt my sparring partners, and I also don't want to get hurt myself. Consequently, all my actions are hesitant and I get my ass kicked every time. I still don't really know how to overcome it.
What you're talking about falls under the category of 'fear of 'consequence'. So many superior fighters have lost street fights to bums because of this. Other known as pre- post fight adrenalin. Good comment, mate. Tony is the man.
Visualisation is so important, it’s amazing. Not just for fight scenarios, anything that might happen. Visualise what you would do if your car started skidding on an icy road. Visualise what you would do if someone pulled a gun on you. Visualise what you would do if you saw someone being electrocuted. Etc etc etc. It enables you to not panic in a stressful situation, because you already know what you’re going to do, you don’t have to figure it out on the spot.
Tony, as a kid I was fearless, would literally fight anyone without much care as I knew I had good hands and good trainers. As an early adult, working at clubs or just hanging out at clubs and pubs with friends, I was always worried I'd knock someone out or injure them to the point I'd go to jail and get sued. But you and I both know there are time where we've got to take that risk and close someones mouth or get involved to stop them from hurting others.
I think it is better to have fighting skills and not having to use it than not having it at all. But I agree... street fight are to be avoided at all costs.
After I started seriously training I never got in another streetfight. From 19 to now 50 over 30 years. Some or a lot of that is how you carry yourself, a lot less fear and just not wanting to deal with it. And also just having no interest in proving anything. You do that in the gym and the ring. Easy to give someone a 'win' or an out and de-escalate, doesn't hurt my pride a bit.
That's true. I never did any kind of Martial Arts or anything else, but I'm self confident and never ran away. In most cases, this was enought to prevend others from attacking me. And I remember one punch I did at the age of...14 or so? Ends up with a broken nose and a four-digit bill. It's always smarter to prevend. (;
@@maxmiliancady8174 You say that but looked at how people get railroaded. Of course when you have no options just survive but if your have an opportunity to do right or smart......do it
That's the biggest one for me. I've been in street fights but have walked away from several (even ones I was sure I would win) because court cases can ruin careers or worse
Training 100% gets rid of fear. Couple guys tried to jump me one night, pulled out a weapon. No training I actually managed to disarm the guy with a head butt and fend off the others only to get jumped by 20 of them on the way home and ended up a blink a way from death by the end of it. I developed ptsd from it and what’s constantly hyper vigilant. I decided to do something about it and went to a boxing gym and became obsessed. I wasn’t interested in competing , quite a few MMA guys there and just learned like a sponge. Main goal was to become an absolute force. Absolutely loved sparring was happy to go light and relished in the sessions with the types that wanted to throw their weight around. Over time I became very proficient and later on when I did get involved in street fights (never sought them out) it just became reflex, no thinking, just act. It really re-wires you psychologically. Dreams where you feel helpless and punches do absolutely absolutely nothing we’re replaced by hyper violent dreams where attackers didn’t stand a chance. Got treated for the PTSD but the hyper vigilance is a permanent side effect. Although it’s no longer fear driven but more of a tool to become hyper aware of the environment.
I trained in boxing an MMA but it was the sparring sessions in boxing that truly allowed me to control my fear when I worked as a bouncer. Boxing gave me he confidence that I could recompose myself quickly if someone delivered a surprise sucker punch, and then make them pay.
@@games4us132MMA is good too, but because they train you in other aspects of fighting like grappling and takedowns, there’s less sparring with strikes. People need to learn how to stay mentally composed when they take a few hard hits. That’s why I think that if you only train just twice a week and only to be able to defend yourself and not for competition, then you should start with boxing for 6 months before switching to MMA training.
I was a bit scared before this vid. But after this I realized it was the fear of humiliation and the fact that I already do most of the things Tony said. I just need to improve them. Thank you
If you're afraid of getting hurt, you certainly did not grow up with violence. I, like many, faced it regularly in school and at home, so getting hurt is not an issue at all for many. The issue for me is simple, I'm afraid of getting caught, or getting arrested and causing pain for my family - I refuse to fight unless absolutely necessary because I refuse to allow my family go without a husband/father.
I have always had a fear of getting in trouble because growing up I saw the direction that street fighters lives have gone and I didn't want to end up like them. Even the instigators afterwards will claim that I started it even though they threw the first punch
A few related tips from my personal experience to help my man: First, and this is related to what he mentioned about mental training. I was a competitive boxer when I was younger, and I noticed that every time I would have a boxing match, I was nervous, but as soon as the actual fight stared, it (the fear) would disappear. So, I decided to harness this same reaction to work to my advantage in the street. Mentally, I would go over and over in my mind that I’m going to feel fear, it’s normal, and I accept it. After that was firmly established, I then repeatedly told myself that as soon as I feel fear, I attack. In other words, I trained my mind to use the feeling of fear itself as a trigger to attack. Most people don’t prepare themselves to deal with fear, so once they get in a legit dangerous situation, they become overwhelmed. The feeling of fear one faces in the ring is much different than the fear felt when in serious danger of losing one’s life or getting badly hurt. In such a situation, the best thing to do is preemptively strike, but many people freeze and/or panic, and that reaction is not beneficial. However, if you tell yourself over and over something along the lines of “if I have no choice but to defend myself, that means my only option is to fight, and the accompanying fear is my signal to attack.” Now, it is very important to attack within the first few seconds of the fear hitting. If you train this regularly, you are essentially training your body to react to the feeling of fear before you mind has a chance to start thinking. The above training, along with regular sparring and power training will give you confidence in your ability to defend against attacks and finish a fight.
Indeed, You should never hit someone unless you know an attack is eminent. That is not what I meant. I should clarify that I am only referring to the primal fear one feels when a credible , eminent danger is present, not mere nervousness, panic, or anxiety induced by words or the possibility of being teased/humiliated. There is a big difference.
Tony is right. A bully came at me. Instigating me. I told him to back off, I don't want to fight you. He persisted in his bravado and insults. Due to my extensive training, but mostly due to my diet change....I crapped my pants. The guy decided to walk away. Thanks Tony! Shit happens and I am thankful for your techniques. :D
I am 69 years old, and I use a tall walker or a cane (cancer survivor). I can't run from trouble; I have to turn and face it. I used to get picked on by aggressive panhandlers, so I lost 60 lbs. and hit the gym for 8 years. Now, I walk upright and scan everybody in my "bubble." Being strong works: nobody has picked on me in years, and I have a ton of gym buddies to boot! If you radiate strength and confidence based on fact, not hope, the thugs will go for a softer target. Stay strong, men, and thanks, Tony. --Old Guy
seen too many people die in random street fights, thats what worries me. getting punched out and hitting my head on the floor too hard, or the person not stopping while I'm knocked out and i just end up dying in the process.
Same here bother. Been carrying since I legally could, which was 21. I'm 31 now. I have a wife to protect, and soon, little ones. Even if I didn't do anything, I'd rather say "Hey man, I apologize. Let me buy you a beer." and move on with my life, than risk ruining my life or the lives of my family. I avoid any sign of physical confrontation, and if I ever find myself in a situation where I simply couldn't avoid it, then it would be the other persons problem.
@@Words-of-encouragement.-. Correct attitude. It's about lowerimg the probability. There's zero reason or incentive to fight people, it's just pointless and the costs usually outweight the rewards. Also, how manhy people are there on the planet, gonna fight them all?
@@Words-of-encouragement.-. Same here, I mean I'm older now, not sure how a fist fight with a stranger on the street would benefit me in any way. And worse yet, say I hurt them, seriously, now MY life is ruined, cops, court, attorney's, maybe jail, maybe prison...my life would be ruined over what, my ego? It's like even though say I won the fight, it would be like the other guy really won by losing cause now my whole life, future employment, future lease, credit, is all messed up, especially if single and have no one else to fall back on.
Not afraid of being hurt -- I do kyokushin karate, so I'd be more afraid if I wasn't being hurt. However, I couldn't live with it on my conscience if I got into an altercation that could have been avoided and ended badly. Unless I literally have no other choice, I would never rise to a challenge. Come to the dojo, train, and we can do some full-contact sparring but otherwise, no. Use your wits, not your mits.
No matter how skilled, experienced, fearless, you should always try to avoid fighting. One small slip, or you hit someone and they smash their head, and you will be in prison. Everything is being recorded, that's evidence against you, if you attack someone, without verifiable provocation, possible jail time, lawsuits, reparations, monetary judgements..... Or you could just be shot, or jumped from behind, permanently damaged by an injury...... I'm an old man of 59, and I'm sure that my martial arts training might save me in certain situations. I'm also much wiser than my 25 year old self, that wasn't on board with just walking away. Your brain is you ultimate weapon, sometimes your best physical attribute is using your legs to get you out of danger, and I don't mean by kicking someone else.
I've been in lots of fights being a veteran of the Marine Corps, a prison guard at a very rough maximum security penitentiary, a Deputy Sheriff, security at many concerts and other venues, and a bouncer at a couple of bars. I have been nervous for many of them, especially when I was less experienced. As I got older and much more experienced, the less I felt any perceivable anxiety, which is probably not a good thing. Now that I'm well into middle age, I haven't had to fight in many years. Sometimes, I want to on rare occasions, but thankfully, the wiser me has been able to avoid it. The last time I was in a fight was with a drunk at a party I was working security at, and my hands hurt for days from punching the dude in the face multiple times. I had a hard time gripping my steering wheel for a few days. I realized that my old bones weren't able to recover as easily as they did in my youth. Thank God I made it through all of those years and fights without being seriously and permanently injured, just a lot of boxers fractures, a few concussions, a dislocated shoulder, a dislocated jaw, a bunch of black eyes, a split lip and cheek, and a few busted noses. Now, I just carry a pistol and go out of my way to avoid confrontation if at all possible.
I'm probably around your age, maybe a bit younger, and thankfully zero fights my whole adult life. Gen X. And odd, but where I live, the State, has legal conceal carry...the other day, just for the fun of it, I legally carried while riding my bike, at night, up to a corner store to get a Amazon package. And to be honest, I didn't feel any safer...not a bit safer...why? Cause I realize now that usually when someone starts shooting, you're not even the intended target, as in shooters now days just shoot wildly, so you could be a block away and still get hit. My gun did not make me feel safe at all....what would have made me feel safe was a bullet proof vest, which would give me a second chance, in case struck by some stray bullet.
One thing I've realized as I've gotten older is that my fear almost always came from being humiliated. And when I was younger I never backed down from a fight because I WAS AFRAID to do so. So as I've gotten older, I've realized that not being a coward USUALLY meant I had to be willing to walk away from unnecessary altercations. And one interesting thing I found was that in the 2 situations I had to defend myself in the last 10-15 years I actually was not nervous, but pretty composed because so much of the fear I felt in the past revolved around being humiliated
Due to the troubles I had to go through in the past, what actually mostly scares me, is not the opponent but rather knowing how severely you might injure him in a street fight. Consequences are life changing, think twice… Needless to say, avoid is always the best option.
I would add one more fear to the list: The fear of seriously hurting someone else when all you want to do is get them to back down. I am not a fighter by any means. I did some martial arts training years ago and I am pretty strong and can throw a powerful punch. I see these situations and I know I am nervous and not in control due to a lack of better training. One wild punch can kill someone. Besides the other things you listed, I do think about that as well. Thanks for your videos.
Unless it is absolutely necessary to fight outside I just walk away even if someone has a big attitude. These days fights outside are much different then they used to be. When I got into fights in my younger years it was over when the other bloke or me laid down. Nowadays you get kicks to the head when you are down. I just walk away take my anger with me put on some gloves and let the heavybag have it. No one gets harmed or killed no arrests. Life is just easier this way. So don't be scared to fight but if you can just walk away. And reading all these comments makes me feel proud to be a member of the boxingcommunity. No big talks just common sense.✌🏻
The psychic and the moral , the motivation to fight or defend yourself , that is a big point to work . Thank you a lot , you are the first that i see who explain this . I think it is the biggest challenge
Hey tony, i've been watvhing your videos for a while now and i am super duper greatful to you because i accidentaly won a streetfight once, now everyone thinks i can fight and now ive almost mastered traditional stance cuz of your videos, and niw i can live up to my fame lol. Thanks For your free videos!
I've won a few fights and lost a few fights. A couple things: one, thankfully most people can't throw a decent punch so I never got too hurt and I never hurt anybody to bad; two, good cardio will win most fights; three, don't go where you don't belong and if you do leave; four, stay away from crazy people; five, don't be an asshole. Having said that, I really like this guy's channel. He's got a great attitude and great advice and sticks to what he knows.
Cheers Tony, love your videos. I did a little Martial Arts many years ago as a younger man, before arthritis took a hold, I can't even make a fist nowadays. I'm sure I saw one of your videos about using an open hand for self defence. Do you have any more tips for a creaky old codger?
You make the perfect point: If you can get out of a street fight, get outta there - there is no 'win' in a street fight. But sometimes you can't get out. You're gunna be scared, it's ok to be scared, you should be scared - you're stupid if you're not. That adrenaline will keep you alive. But don't show it, and work through it. Keep that brain ticking and focused on a goal - getting out being a good one.
One thing that helps with confidence is to be in good shape, do some lifting and cardio. Plus, your confidence and good build will deter most idiots looking for a fight. Love your tips sir!
Absolutely fantastic Tony Great advice thank you. 👌 It's all weapons now and not one on one anymore. Pluss you can be killed with one punch so I tend to just walk away. 🙏
I'm by no means a trained fighter but one advice I found useful is that a guy wanting to fight you will almost always open up with a right straight or hook so have your left hand/arm up to block just in case youre unable to bob,weave or move out of distance in time. You can probably counter with a right of your own in this case. Obviously as everyone says, try to avoid street fights if possible as winning might also come with a cost.
Most people probably will be involved in more traffic accidents, on their daily commute, than ever get into a street fight. However, just like driving, there are reasons why, when, and where a street fight will occur, and just like that commute being aware of your surroundings and having a plan-B is essential. A car accident occurs either when someone loses concentration or when one of the vehicles has a breakdown. A fight that involves you happens when you underestimate another person.
I have never been afraid for myself, I have always been afraid of hurting the other person. I have always used the 2 years I have had studied judo as a child to wrestle other kids who wanted to fight me to the ground so nobody got really hurt. As a teen I did a bit of karate. Obviously I stopped the Osae Komi Waza when they stopped resisting. When I was 16, I hit my sister in the face after a fight and the blood scared me so much I have never hit someone since. I guess I am little bit too soft. As an adult I have tried to prevent fights and stayed calm. I have been lucky it even worked even on people with psychotic episodes two times and nobody got hurt. That has been my calm posture combined with a serious dose of luck.
I can look after myself self and hold my own but let me give you some friendly advice. Never be afraid to walk away either. A dear friend of mine who was. Bouncer for 20 years and he's no longer with us sadly. He once said to me that it takes more of a man to walk away from an altercation than to confront one. And this is coming from an experienced bouncer. You're not being weak walking away you're leaving people looking at the one shouting and not at you. Never be afraid to say no.
I think there's a huge difference between consensual fighting and non-consensual fighting; those experiences aren't transferrable at all. For one thing, the danger of "getting hurt" in a street fight is on a whole other level. And I'm not trying to sound like a tough guy here, but I'm a lot more afraid of accidentally killing someone than getting hurt myself. I have control over how I react in that situation; but if some stupid kid takes a wide swing, slips and cracks his head or neck the sidewalk, there's nothing I can do about it, but authorities and his family are still going to look at me as the guy with the combat sports licenses who got involved in his dead. I think that is genuinely terrifying.
It's not just nerves. it's also the way street fights happen often unexpectedly and switching on to it. When I was a city centre police officer, you were always on guard and ready for it. When it happens in normal life, there is a conscious mental switch over you have to make internally fo fight effectively. They often happen at the most inconvenient of times. And that's me, with 35 years constant martial arts experience and training. You have to switch on mentally. It's literally like switching on a tap.
thx for video. streetfight question: bad guy starts swinging and lowers his head. the good guy goes straight and punches him in forehead. being hit in forehead isnt so fun. less fun is hitting the forehead with knuckles. what do you think? thankful for your advice and insight.
What you are afraid: Mass matter (Physics: After each collision, heavier enemy still does not move much and lighter you fly away) What strike needs: straight path, speed, gym power Solution: 1st priority: Run 2nd priority: Self defense with protection tools (e.g, bag and short stick like) 3rd priority: Push Strike with holding massive object (e.g, wall/handrail )or enemy body(if you can catch or are caught) since both can increase own mass and let you release own gym force which can be higher than own weight. 4th priority: Push strike with arms protecting own upper body and jaw
Vitals are an important target in street fighting, throat, groin, knees etc. Usually street fights end up on the ground within 30 seconds anyway. The person who realizes they may be out of their depth will be the one to lunge, grab and try to throw the other to the ground.
to all the Muslims here happy eid this is reallyyyy hella real and helpful The fear of getting hurt is real Also why did u slap the poor guy 😭 3:48 Thank u Tony ❤
Hey Tony; what are your thoughts on Artur Betebiev? A.B. likes to come on after the 5th round. I think a boxer with good power could settle him down and keep him at bay? What do you think is needed to beat A.B.?
The most important thing is to be ready for a fight. You must never look like a loser. Through MMA, boxing, wrestling, etc. you acquire the skills necessary to fight. The attitude and the aura of self-confidence during a heated argument can prevent some fights.
Good morning Tony. Thank you for everything that you do. I notice the free-standing punching opponent that you're using and would ask for your advice regarding the best thing I could buy for an ordinary - but very fit - guy who wants to practice punching moves and techniques, but in a small house. Also, would I need to buy gloves or would wraps be ok? Your advice would be very much appreciated.
Im A very avoidant person to the point that even during a fight were I might get hurt really bad I am mostly in my head overthinking and just moving instinctively/minimally. Thinking about what moves to pull, or if I should run, or what the outcome might be.
I had a scary confrontation that I diffused with these simple steps: breath, move, feet positioned in boxing stance, open hands up by face with elbows into sides, chin in, and doing this while speaking in a concilliatory manner to diffuse the tension. It worked and there was no fight.
Love Tony's videos but after policing in Australia for 22 years the best option is to get away, no shaping up etc just leave if you can. The amount of injuries, glassings, stabbings, serious brain injuries and or death I have attended as a result of people fighting with one of the parties usually hitting their head on the ground, usually the pavement has turned me off getting involved in a street fight ever. Do your best to de-escalate, don't get within striking distance or head butt distance and don't give smart arse lip, just leave it's not worth it.
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I am really scared that I may damage the opponent very badly is that good or bad?
@@DiamondGuyOG you might meet your match one day and get damaged too, stay humble anything can happen in a brawl.
Hey Tony great video as always. I got 1 question for you tho. How big impact would psychological warfare have on a fight? Both profesionally and on the street. things like insulting the opponent or my personal favorite laughing like the joker. I just imagine that it would be terrifying for the opponent to hit you in the face and all they get back is a wide smile and laughing.
@@DiamondGuyOGby using ur skeli ah hands
Street fights never end well. If someone attacks you in the street, do what you can to defend yourself, but get out of that situation as quickly as possible. There is no referee, and you should assume that your attacker has the worst intentions ... fear and anxiety are natural defense mechanisms. Nothing to be ashamed of.
Imo the best attitude, if you are trained, is to try everything to descalate. The more confident you are, the more leverage you have to avoid fighting. Stress and adrenaline is what gets you into shitty situations.
After years of pondering the paradox of training but eventually avoid fighting "opportunities", I have come to this obvious conclusion: you either don't train and get fcked, or you train and go home without wasting your time, energy and health in a stupid fight' This is the endgame.
Tldr : the more you train, the less you fight. Sweat saves blood.
Totally agree, I always imagine something like someone's head hitting the pavement or something and possibly not waking up. Now you're headed to jail where you'll be fighting from now on. Too risky, enjoy your life and everything you've built through hard work and de-escalate/walk away
@marksneddon I didn't say terror .... If a person can control their fear, they have a much better chance in that scenario. But as for terror, yes, it will make you freeze, and that's the last thing you want .... fear and terror are not the same thing.
@marksneddon Well, don't let it overwhelm you then. Fear is a natural response to dangerous situations. But fear can also become your friend if you know how to control it .... But yes, don't be overwhelmed .... It's like an airplane pilot panicking .... We don't want that.
@marksneddon There is some truth to that. This happened to me in high school. But at age 17, I started to get bigger and stronger ... I gave the bully the fight that he wanted. At first, your adrenaline messes up your coordination. But once the adrenaline settles, you will realize that you're also capable of inflicting damage to your opponent. Most men don't get into fights, because we've learned our lessons in high school and college. The bully won't be in a hurry to get punched in the face again. Random street fights are different .... Doesn't matter how tough you are. The danger and legal ramifications are very real. Best to avoid trouble.
I can give you a trick I used, and I am a non trained fighter. It worked for me, although it was many years ago (I am 65). When I was young, I used to copy the movement of Muhammad Ali, his footwork, his jabbing, his clinching. It actually worked for me in a street fight. The guy who fought me tried to end it quickly with easily timed haymakers, and I kept just out of distance. What this guy did not want to do is fight for 5 minutes, and after throwing 3-4 punches as hard as he could, he was huffing and puffing. He fatigued himself and gave up after about 2 minutes of chasing me around. I didn't land anything either, but I controlled my breathing and didn't exhaust myself and he did. When he turned around to go home, someone in the crowd watching said, "That guy shouldn't have fucked with a trained boxer." I was no such thing.
Lol
Laaaame
Awesome!
That was not a very big deal 😅
If it's stupid and it works...it ain't stupid
When I was in grade school, I was bullied. I found boxing. Boxing in my opinion saved my life. It taught me how to fight, so I wouldn't have to fight.
THIS!!!
Cringe
Okay Mr miagi
I had same experience except I found karate. I suddenly became best student, suddenly i started to read books and became machine in mind and body. Kudos my friend
I did that for my oldest son who was in special education and took him to boxing to learn to fight cause I just knew he’d get picked on but to my surprise he really took to the sport and fell in love with it and that was 11 years ago ..He just graduated high school yesterday and has become a remarkable young man and I owe 99% of that to the sport he loves in boxing..Taught him discipline, patience and how to channel his emotions and as far as street fights he’s 0-0 never had one and nobody messes with him cause they know of him and or they know what kind of gentleman he is …Thank you boxing family from a very proud dad
I hit a guy once & got 18 months for putting him into a coma for 4 months,local thug well known to the courts,even his own mother spoke up for me in court,but one punch,thats all it took,ended up doing 3 years with time added for stuff that happened inside,usually for stepping in on a bully or atleast someone who thought they were.
Run away if you can,youre not a coward,its self preservation,besides,most people dont have it in them to throw a punch in anger & thats ok aslong as you understand your limitations.
Its ok to run away,remember that.
That's what happens you go in doing a year if that and end up with 5 to 10 if not more it's just not worth it!
Another episode of things that never happened 😂
Sorry for the hard lesson you learned, but thank you for sharing your advice.
Great advice. Prisons are full of people who were simply defending themselves but ended up with a court appointed half wit for a defense attorney
You should of ran away from the police
Tony makes it feel as if he’s just talking to you! So personable, great boxer/Trainer and person! Great content as usual🙏🏾
I appreciate that mate 🙏🏻
Wait a minute boxing is not self-defense martial arts is not even a martial art... its a combat sport. Sport!!!
@@Jeetkunedo_ChineseBoxingyou don't play boxing mate
this is not great content.
this is a 5min video on how to end up in the ER if you survive AT BEST
in prison looking at a life sentence AT WORST.
assuming no one died, including yourself.
5 min of the dumbest advice i've EVER heard in my life.
52 and first boxing session this week.
Never too late, mate. We have 50+ year old white belts in Kyokushin.
Congrats blessings in your training have fun
RIP bro. Haha just kidding. Good stuff man
Remove your glasses first!
Me as well , I’m 50 years old 🙏🏻
Been working in lockdowns and corrections for 15 + years now, been in more fights and brawls than I can count or remember. I still get scared everytime I have to get in someone's face, doesn't change how I act. The only difference is that I no longer get angry when I fight, i just acknowledge the fear and handle the shit.
What state
I feel for you having a job like this. My freind in security has just gone for an interview to become a prison officer. I said he should not do it, it will corrupt you. I do not think he understands what he is getting himself into.
@@thehermit761 won’t corrupt you as long as you have integrity but it will desensitize you for sure
I learned how to defend myself and I’m even more apprehensive to take a fight.
You never know what’s going to happen, de-escalation and running shoes+cardio is the best way. Unless your back is against the wall, then you’ll use all your skills.
Exactly.
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'shoes+cardio' - spot on... Stay clear of pubs and clubs and you reduce the likelihood of getting yourself into conflict by a massive margin as well.
Well said!
Because you never know what is going to happen.
Also the fear of what happens after the fight. That was half of it for me when I was younger. Afraid there would be charges OR getting jumped by a bunch of opponents friends weeks or months later. None of that ever happened but it's a legit fear. Now that' i'm older, its the biggest reason I really restrain myself from it all. Don't wanna end up in jail.
Absolutely, people don’t forget and have their friends get involved too.
In my neighborhood, if you beat a guy who usually won fights, you would have to fight all his cousins later. Sometimes, all at once.
I had a buddy try and start some crap he always had a hot head. We were in some store and knowing him he initiated the beef Guy comes over my buddy is running his mouth I am like what is the situation the random guy is like oh so you are going to jump me now I am like no I am wanting to know the situation anyways. My dumbass friend won't stfu not a friend anymore me and the random guy look at each other look at him the random dude was with his gf I am like. I am out of here just walk by and leave lol. Anyways random guy is with 10 of his friends weeks later. we eye each other but he knows I was chill and didn't want to start shit. If I had though I would have been whooped into the shadow realm!
I always seemed to be outnumbered.
@@MajesticLawnGnome Nice story, how long did it take for you to come up with it?
So the best way to not be afraid in a street fight is to improve your life! this dude is smart for sure! Best advice ever!
Lmao
Another fear is our innate ability to NOT want to hurt someone else.
Example, if an untrained person were to press, say Tony, into a fight. Tony would figure out real quick how soon he could end it. Yet, if the guy keeps pushing, the fear of hurting him kicks in, because the clear loser won't stop.
Make sense?
Great work as always Tony!
In some situations it is also difficult to prove that you actually acted in self defence and that the amount of force was reasonable. I'm just as afraid of winning a street fight as I am of losing it, maybe even more.
Idk how people actually think like this, if someone is going to repeatedly harass me or my group for no reason I have not an ounce of remorse or sympathy or empathy anything at all about hurting them badly. Go out of your way way to pick on and bully strangers because you think you can stand over them and you deserve no mercy from anyone.
@@MonkeyLiggaScrumptiousNan
You sound like someone who's never fought.
Perhaps you should go beat someone up, then come back and talk about the psychological fallout?
The combination of this and being afraid to get hurt myself makes me terrible at combat sports. I don't want to hurt my sparring partners, and I also don't want to get hurt myself. Consequently, all my actions are hesitant and I get my ass kicked every time. I still don't really know how to overcome it.
What you're talking about falls under the category of 'fear of 'consequence'. So many superior fighters have lost street fights to bums because of this. Other known as pre- post fight adrenalin.
Good comment, mate. Tony is the man.
Visualisation is so important, it’s amazing. Not just for fight scenarios, anything that might happen. Visualise what you would do if your car started skidding on an icy road. Visualise what you would do if someone pulled a gun on you. Visualise what you would do if you saw someone being electrocuted. Etc etc etc. It enables you to not panic in a stressful situation, because you already know what you’re going to do, you don’t have to figure it out on the spot.
Tony, as a kid I was fearless, would literally fight anyone without much care as I knew I had good hands and good trainers. As an early adult, working at clubs or just hanging out at clubs and pubs with friends, I was always worried I'd knock someone out or injure them to the point I'd go to jail and get sued. But you and I both know there are time where we've got to take that risk and close someones mouth or get involved to stop them from hurting others.
I think it is better to have fighting skills and not having to use it than not having it at all. But I agree... street fight are to be avoided at all costs.
100%
You might not have an altercation very often, an actual fight rarely,
but the confidence is every day.
If you don't know what you are going to do before you've even done it, don't do it. Good video.
After I started seriously training I never got in another streetfight. From 19 to now 50 over 30 years. Some or a lot of that is how you carry yourself, a lot less fear and just not wanting to deal with it. And also just having no interest in proving anything. You do that in the gym and the ring. Easy to give someone a 'win' or an out and de-escalate, doesn't hurt my pride a bit.
Marital art's gives you confidence in yourself. But it can make you "cocky" also. Remember, there will always be someone better than you.
That's true. I never did any kind of Martial Arts or anything else, but I'm self confident and never ran away. In most cases, this was enought to prevend others from attacking me.
And I remember one punch I did at the age of...14 or so? Ends up with a broken nose and a four-digit bill. It's always smarter to prevend. (;
The fear of the law is an issue too.
Do not think about law when you you fight for your life.
@@maxmiliancady8174 You say that but looked at how people get railroaded. Of course when you have no options just survive but if your have an opportunity to do right or smart......do it
@@mizukarate I take your point. But there are moments in your life that you have no choice
@@maxmiliancady8174 i agree
That's the biggest one for me. I've been in street fights but have walked away from several (even ones I was sure I would win) because court cases can ruin careers or worse
Training 100% gets rid of fear. Couple guys tried to jump me one night, pulled out a weapon. No training I actually managed to disarm the guy with a head butt and fend off the others only to get jumped by 20 of them on the way home and ended up a blink a way from death by the end of it.
I developed ptsd from it and what’s constantly hyper vigilant. I decided to do something about it and went to a boxing gym and became obsessed.
I wasn’t interested in competing , quite a few MMA guys there and just learned like a sponge. Main goal was to become an absolute force. Absolutely loved sparring was happy to go light and relished in the sessions with the types that wanted to throw their weight around.
Over time I became very proficient and later on when I did get involved in street fights (never sought them out) it just became reflex, no thinking, just act.
It really re-wires you psychologically. Dreams where you feel helpless and punches do absolutely absolutely nothing we’re replaced by hyper violent dreams where attackers didn’t stand a chance.
Got treated for the PTSD but the hyper vigilance is a permanent side effect. Although it’s no longer fear driven but more of a tool to become hyper aware of the environment.
Still avoid street fighting at all costs though unless you absolutely have to
Heavy sparring involves headgear and body protectors, otherwise it's an actual fight lol. I really wondered about fantasists like you lol.
@@g.dalfleblanc63 check you with the condescension. Can tell you’ve only spent time in overly commercialised gyms if that.
I was waiting for the plot twist when you said you’re Batman now
@@jbone-0-919 cool you must be the joker then
I trained in boxing an MMA but it was the sparring sessions in boxing that truly allowed me to control my fear when I worked as a bouncer. Boxing gave me he confidence that I could recompose myself quickly if someone delivered a surprise sucker punch, and then make them pay.
So MMA is sh*t? And not help you manage a street fight?
@@games4us132MMA is good too, but because they train you in other aspects of fighting like grappling and takedowns, there’s less sparring with strikes. People need to learn how to stay mentally composed when they take a few hard hits. That’s why I think that if you only train just twice a week and only to be able to defend yourself and not for competition, then you should start with boxing for 6 months before switching to MMA training.
I was a bit scared before this vid. But after this I realized it was the fear of humiliation and the fact that I already do most of the things Tony said. I just need to improve them. Thank you
If you're afraid of getting hurt, you certainly did not grow up with violence. I, like many, faced it regularly in school and at home, so getting hurt is not an issue at all for many. The issue for me is simple, I'm afraid of getting caught, or getting arrested and causing pain for my family - I refuse to fight unless absolutely necessary because I refuse to allow my family go without a husband/father.
This ❤
@@DannyCrowPsychoticsAnon well said mate 💪💪
Spot on!
PERFECTLY said
Smart man. I feel the same. I’m a large and fairly athletic and aggressive person so I can picture hurting someone and getting sued and imprisoned
I have always had a fear of getting in trouble because growing up I saw the direction that street fighters lives have gone and I didn't want to end up like them. Even the instigators afterwards will claim that I started it even though they threw the first punch
Dude reading this comment and then seeing your profile pic just made this so damn hilarious for some reason 😂😂
A few related tips from my personal experience to help my man:
First, and this is related to what he mentioned about mental training. I was a competitive boxer when I was younger, and I noticed that every time I would have a boxing match, I was nervous, but as soon as the actual fight stared, it (the fear) would disappear. So, I decided to harness this same reaction to work to my advantage in the street. Mentally, I would go over and over in my mind that I’m going to feel fear, it’s normal, and I accept it. After that was firmly established, I then repeatedly told myself that as soon as I feel fear, I attack. In other words, I trained my mind to use the feeling of fear itself as a trigger to attack. Most people don’t prepare themselves to deal with fear, so once they get in a legit dangerous situation, they become overwhelmed. The feeling of fear one faces in the ring is much different than the fear felt when in serious danger of losing one’s life or getting badly hurt. In such a situation, the best thing to do is preemptively strike, but many people freeze and/or panic, and that reaction is not beneficial. However, if you tell yourself over and over something along the lines of “if I have no choice but to defend myself, that means my only option is to fight, and the accompanying fear is my signal to attack.” Now, it is very important to attack within the first few seconds of the fear hitting. If you train this regularly, you are essentially training your body to react to the feeling of fear before you mind has a chance to start thinking.
The above training, along with regular sparring and power training will give you confidence in your ability to defend against attacks and finish a fight.
Great tips. But there is one thing. You can feel fear even if there is no danger. a.k.a. panic attack.
Also you can feel fear when you are scared of being humiliated, and while fear is legit - punching someone in the face in response to that is not.
Indeed, You should never hit someone unless you know an attack is eminent. That is not what I meant. I should clarify that I am only referring to the primal fear one feels when a credible , eminent danger is present, not mere nervousness, panic, or anxiety induced by words or the possibility of being teased/humiliated. There is a big difference.
A smart person will learn to run, the only fight you win, is the fight that never happened
Tony is right. A bully came at me. Instigating me. I told him to back off, I don't want to fight you. He persisted in his bravado and insults. Due to my extensive training, but mostly due to my diet change....I crapped my pants. The guy decided to walk away. Thanks Tony! Shit happens and I am thankful for your techniques. :D
Ah, yes, the long forgotten martial art of shit-shutzu.
A true gem for the few who can master it 😂
Every street fight I have had there’s always been tools involved . The old days of fisticuffs in the car park is gone😮
There never was such a thing,bad people ALWAYS used tools on a fight.
@deanwaller8283 Bad people aka cowards.
Yep I’ve met a few cowards in my day they can’t fight without a weapon
@@ManvasPachenkobetter to be a live coward than a dead hero
@@blahblah2779 Read the full conversation bro. You've taken my comment out of its intended context
its more the fear of becoming unalived. i get hit, knocked out, then ground and pounded with no ref to stop it.
Try to make allowances don’t be rash
Don’t be a coward man lol
@@mikee3261Come on mate, I was stabbed in a street fight and when I realised I ran for my life. Sometimes it's just not worth it.
What a fkin stupid pop - term. Joker
Not good advice man @@mikee3261
Yes sir. Mike Tyson said he was scared of his opponents. This is a great video!
I am 69 years old, and I use a tall walker or a cane (cancer survivor). I can't run from trouble; I have to turn and face it. I used to get picked on by aggressive panhandlers, so I lost 60 lbs. and hit the gym for 8 years. Now, I walk upright and scan everybody in my "bubble." Being strong works: nobody has picked on me in years, and I have a ton of gym buddies to boot! If you radiate strength and confidence based on fact, not hope, the thugs will go for a softer target. Stay strong, men, and thanks, Tony. --Old Guy
Yeah, growing old in today's society isn't that comforting.
seen too many people die in random street fights, thats what worries me. getting punched out and hitting my head on the floor too hard, or the person not stopping while I'm knocked out and i just end up dying in the process.
How many people have you seen die in a street fight?
Crow! 😊
@@chrisclarke8451 He plays a lot of GTA...
@chrisclarke8451 Not just deaths but catastrophic injuries. Don't have to die to have brain injuries, breaks, or something similar.
@@chrisclarke8451 You know what he means.
Humble and grounded guy. calmness is a weapon because you make less mistakes. Appreciate the tips tony top man
I avoid fights at all costs because I conceal carry. I don't want to end someone's life and possibly go on trial.
That's the right attitude.
Same here bother. Been carrying since I legally could, which was 21. I'm 31 now. I have a wife to protect, and soon, little ones. Even if I didn't do anything, I'd rather say "Hey man, I apologize. Let me buy you a beer." and move on with my life, than risk ruining my life or the lives of my family. I avoid any sign of physical confrontation, and if I ever find myself in a situation where I simply couldn't avoid it, then it would be the other persons problem.
@@Words-of-encouragement.-. Correct attitude. It's about lowerimg the probability. There's zero reason or incentive to fight people, it's just pointless and the costs usually outweight the rewards. Also, how manhy people are there on the planet, gonna fight them all?
@@bg1616 Exactly, my friend. It simply isn't worth it.
@@Words-of-encouragement.-. Same here, I mean I'm older now, not sure how a fist fight with a stranger on the street would benefit me in any way.
And worse yet, say I hurt them, seriously, now MY life is ruined, cops, court, attorney's, maybe jail, maybe prison...my life would be ruined over what, my ego?
It's like even though say I won the fight, it would be like the other guy really won by losing cause now my whole life, future employment, future lease, credit, is all messed up, especially if single and have no one else to fall back on.
Not afraid of being hurt -- I do kyokushin karate, so I'd be more afraid if I wasn't being hurt.
However, I couldn't live with it on my conscience if I got into an altercation that could have been avoided and ended badly.
Unless I literally have no other choice, I would never rise to a challenge. Come to the dojo, train, and we can do some full-contact sparring but otherwise, no.
Use your wits, not your mits.
No matter how skilled, experienced, fearless, you should always try to avoid fighting. One small slip, or you hit someone and they smash their head, and you will be in prison.
Everything is being recorded, that's evidence against you, if you attack someone, without verifiable provocation, possible jail time, lawsuits, reparations, monetary judgements.....
Or you could just be shot, or jumped from behind, permanently damaged by an injury......
I'm an old man of 59, and I'm sure that my martial arts training might save me in certain situations. I'm also much wiser than my 25 year old self, that wasn't on board with just walking away. Your brain is you ultimate weapon, sometimes your best physical attribute is using your legs to get you out of danger, and I don't mean by kicking someone else.
I've been in lots of fights being a veteran of the Marine Corps, a prison guard at a very rough maximum security penitentiary, a Deputy Sheriff, security at many concerts and other venues, and a bouncer at a couple of bars. I have been nervous for many of them, especially when I was less experienced. As I got older and much more experienced, the less I felt any perceivable anxiety, which is probably not a good thing. Now that I'm well into middle age, I haven't had to fight in many years. Sometimes, I want to on rare occasions, but thankfully, the wiser me has been able to avoid it. The last time I was in a fight was with a drunk at a party I was working security at, and my hands hurt for days from punching the dude in the face multiple times. I had a hard time gripping my steering wheel for a few days. I realized that my old bones weren't able to recover as easily as they did in my youth. Thank God I made it through all of those years and fights without being seriously and permanently injured, just a lot of boxers fractures, a few concussions, a dislocated shoulder, a dislocated jaw, a bunch of black eyes, a split lip and cheek, and a few busted noses. Now, I just carry a pistol and go out of my way to avoid confrontation if at all possible.
I'm probably around your age, maybe a bit younger, and thankfully zero fights my whole adult life. Gen X.
And odd, but where I live, the State, has legal conceal carry...the other day, just for the fun of it, I legally carried while riding my bike, at night, up to a corner store to get a Amazon package. And to be honest, I didn't feel any safer...not a bit safer...why?
Cause I realize now that usually when someone starts shooting, you're not even the intended target, as in shooters now days just shoot wildly, so you could be a block away and still get hit. My gun did not make me feel safe at all....what would have made me feel safe was a bullet proof vest, which would give me a second chance, in case struck by some stray bullet.
One thing I've realized as I've gotten older is that my fear almost always came from being humiliated. And when I was younger I never backed down from a fight because I WAS AFRAID to do so. So as I've gotten older, I've realized that not being a coward USUALLY meant I had to be willing to walk away from unnecessary altercations. And one interesting thing I found was that in the 2 situations I had to defend myself in the last 10-15 years I actually was not nervous, but pretty composed because so much of the fear I felt in the past revolved around being humiliated
Stay out of rough bars. 90% of confrontations will disappear.
Stop drinking alcohol altogether.
@@HumbledSlave yup
Thanks Tone for all the videos!
Glad you like them!
Due to the troubles I had to go through in the past, what actually mostly scares me, is not the opponent but rather knowing how severely you might injure him in a street fight. Consequences are life changing, think twice… Needless to say, avoid is always the best option.
I would add one more fear to the list: The fear of seriously hurting someone else when all you want to do is get them to back down. I am not a fighter by any means. I did some martial arts training years ago and I am pretty strong and can throw a powerful punch. I see these situations and I know I am nervous and not in control due to a lack of better training. One wild punch can kill someone. Besides the other things you listed, I do think about that as well. Thanks for your videos.
Unless it is absolutely necessary to fight outside I just walk away even if someone has a big attitude. These days fights outside are much different then they used to be. When I got into fights in my younger years it was over when the other bloke or me laid down. Nowadays you get kicks to the head when you are down. I just walk away take my anger with me put on some gloves and let the heavybag have it. No one gets harmed or killed no arrests. Life is just easier this way. So don't be scared to fight but if you can just walk away. And reading all these comments makes me feel proud to be a member of the boxingcommunity. No big talks just common sense.✌🏻
The psychic and the moral , the motivation to fight or defend yourself , that is a big point to work . Thank you a lot , you are the first that i see who explain this . I think it is the biggest challenge
Hey tony, i've been watvhing your videos for a while now and i am super duper greatful to you because i accidentaly won a streetfight once, now everyone thinks i can fight and now ive almost mastered traditional stance cuz of your videos, and niw i can live up to my fame lol. Thanks For your free videos!
I've won a few fights and lost a few fights. A couple things: one, thankfully most people can't throw a decent punch so I never got too hurt and I never hurt anybody to bad; two, good cardio will win most fights; three, don't go where you don't belong and if you do leave; four, stay away from crazy people; five, don't be an asshole.
Having said that, I really like this guy's channel. He's got a great attitude and great advice and sticks to what he knows.
Keep up the great work. I'm loving it all the way from El Paso Texas.
Glad you enjoy it!
Enjoyable to watch, love the facts mixed with typical British humor.
Greetz from Germany.
You always crack me up with your humor Tone😂 Your bouncyness is contagious just as your boxing enthusiasm. You are the man🏆
Tony is the only coach that i actually understand when they say something
Video like this one is in many cases more valuable than any other “fighting” material. Big up to Tony - another great material 🫡🔥👍
You're the man, Tony. This is wonderful advice people should heed. Great video buddy!
Cheers Tony, love your videos. I did a little Martial Arts many years ago as a younger man, before arthritis took a hold, I can't even make a fist nowadays. I'm sure I saw one of your videos about using an open hand for self defence. Do you have any more tips for a creaky old codger?
Thank you so much for sharing this we need someone like you in Ireland 🇮🇪 regards..🎉🎉
Please do mate, thank you!
You make the perfect point: If you can get out of a street fight, get outta there - there is no 'win' in a street fight. But sometimes you can't get out. You're gunna be scared, it's ok to be scared, you should be scared - you're stupid if you're not. That adrenaline will keep you alive. But don't show it, and work through it. Keep that brain ticking and focused on a goal - getting out being a good one.
One thing that helps with confidence is to be in good shape, do some lifting and cardio. Plus, your confidence and good build will deter most idiots looking for a fight. Love your tips sir!
Absolutely fantastic Tony Great advice thank you. 👌 It's all weapons now and not one on one anymore. Pluss you can be killed with one punch so I tend to just walk away. 🙏
Love your videos TJ. Please keep them coming.
I'm by no means a trained fighter but one advice I found useful is that a guy wanting to fight you will almost always open up with a right straight or hook so have your left hand/arm up to block just in case youre unable to bob,weave or move out of distance in time. You can probably counter with a right of your own in this case. Obviously as everyone says, try to avoid street fights if possible as winning might also come with a cost.
I've boxed all of my life. Ive never started a fight with tough guy wannabes, but I've finished it with them.
Great channel this. Emotional maturity and boxing is an underrated combo
I thrive on the feeling of fear and turn it into energy and excitement. ⚔️
my man said 'the secret to not being scared in a fight is to become pro'
Thank you very much. This was really useful for me. Tony, i like your personality! All the best.
Sound advice.......well presented . Thank you .
Most people probably will be involved in more traffic accidents, on their daily commute, than ever get into a street fight. However, just like driving, there are reasons why, when, and where a street fight will occur, and just like that commute being aware of your surroundings and having a plan-B is essential. A car accident occurs either when someone loses concentration or when one of the vehicles has a breakdown. A fight that involves you happens when you underestimate another person.
Great advice! Thanx for sharing
Tony!
As ever - you give always very, very intelligent and practical advice.
Thank you so much. This is very helpful.
I have never been afraid for myself, I have always been afraid of hurting the other person. I have always used the 2 years I have had studied judo as a child to wrestle other kids who wanted to fight me to the ground so nobody got really hurt. As a teen I did a bit of karate. Obviously I stopped the Osae Komi Waza when they stopped resisting. When I was 16, I hit my sister in the face after a fight and the blood scared me so much I have never hit someone since. I guess I am little bit too soft.
As an adult I have tried to prevent fights and stayed calm. I have been lucky it even worked even on people with psychotic episodes two times and nobody got hurt. That has been my calm posture combined with a serious dose of luck.
I can look after myself self and hold my own but let me give you some friendly advice. Never be afraid to walk away either. A dear friend of mine who was. Bouncer for 20 years and he's no longer with us sadly. He once said to me that it takes more of a man to walk away from an altercation than to confront one. And this is coming from an experienced bouncer. You're not being weak walking away you're leaving people looking at the one shouting and not at you. Never be afraid to say no.
If you practice martial arts long enough, people simply feel it subconsciously and the vast majority will not want to F with you.
Mentira aqui no brasil sempre tem um querendo te testar, mesmo sabendo que você é praticante.
It is in how you stand I look for that flexibility, and coordination👍
I think there's a huge difference between consensual fighting and non-consensual fighting; those experiences aren't transferrable at all.
For one thing, the danger of "getting hurt" in a street fight is on a whole other level. And I'm not trying to sound like a tough guy here, but I'm a lot more afraid of accidentally killing someone than getting hurt myself. I have control over how I react in that situation; but if some stupid kid takes a wide swing, slips and cracks his head or neck the sidewalk, there's nothing I can do about it, but authorities and his family are still going to look at me as the guy with the combat sports licenses who got involved in his dead. I think that is genuinely terrifying.
It's not just nerves. it's also the way street fights happen often unexpectedly and switching on to it.
When I was a city centre police officer, you were always on guard and ready for it.
When it happens in normal life, there is a conscious mental switch over you have to make internally fo fight effectively. They often happen at the most inconvenient of times.
And that's me, with 35 years constant martial arts experience and training.
You have to switch on mentally.
It's literally like switching on a tap.
The best advice I've ever seen.
I really like the fighting tips and tricks no Glock Jitsu was needed
You always make Great Videos:) Thank you
thx for video. streetfight question: bad guy starts swinging and lowers his head. the good guy goes straight and punches him in forehead. being hit in forehead isnt so fun. less fun is hitting the forehead with knuckles. what do you think? thankful for your advice and insight.
What you are afraid: Mass matter (Physics: After each collision, heavier enemy still does not move much and lighter you fly away)
What strike needs: straight path, speed, gym power
Solution:
1st priority: Run
2nd priority: Self defense with protection tools (e.g, bag and short stick like)
3rd priority: Push Strike with holding massive object (e.g, wall/handrail )or enemy body(if you can catch or are caught) since both can increase own mass and let you release own gym force which can be higher than own weight.
4th priority: Push strike with arms protecting own upper body and jaw
Vitals are an important target in street fighting, throat, groin, knees etc. Usually street fights end up on the ground within 30 seconds anyway. The person who realizes they may be out of their depth will be the one to lunge, grab and try to throw the other to the ground.
Never let fear paralyze you but fearlessness is recklessness not courage. Courage is standing face to face with your fear even though you are afraid.
Spend time sparing in a gym with friends, then a street altercation could likely be fun
These videos makes me feel like a winner when I feel down🔥🔥🔥💎💎✨✨
to all the Muslims here happy eid
this is reallyyyy hella real and helpful
The fear of getting hurt is real
Also why did u slap the poor guy 😭 3:48
Thank u Tony ❤
Love it when ring fighters are giving tips on street fighting.
Living the warrior's life!
Tony your a credit to boxing.
You are my inspiration for boxing training
Hey Tony; what are your thoughts on Artur Betebiev? A.B. likes to come on after the 5th round. I think a boxer with good power could settle him down and keep him at bay? What do you think is needed to beat A.B.?
The most important thing is to be ready for a fight. You must never look like a loser.
Through MMA, boxing, wrestling, etc. you acquire the skills necessary to fight. The attitude and the aura of self-confidence during a heated argument can prevent some fights.
As well is like when you kick them I heard scares the other guy away sometimes
Muay Thai for example
Good morning Tony. Thank you for everything that you do. I notice the free-standing punching opponent that you're using and would ask for your advice regarding the best thing I could buy for an ordinary - but very fit - guy who wants to practice punching moves and techniques, but in a small house. Also, would I need to buy gloves or would wraps be ok? Your advice would be very much appreciated.
Sir, through this way,can we develep our self confidence for fight?
Im A very avoidant person to the point that even during a fight were I might get hurt really bad I am mostly in my head overthinking and just moving instinctively/minimally. Thinking about what moves to pull, or if I should run, or what the outcome might be.
I had a scary confrontation that I diffused with these simple steps: breath, move, feet positioned in boxing stance, open hands up by face with elbows into sides, chin in, and doing this while speaking in a concilliatory manner to diffuse the tension. It worked and there was no fight.
Thank you! Won my last 5 street fights
I'm 57 years old, and I have never been in a situation where I was forced to fight. A little common sense is worth more than a lot of fight training.
Love Tony's videos but after policing in Australia for 22 years the best option is to get away, no shaping up etc just leave if you can. The amount of injuries, glassings, stabbings, serious brain injuries and or death I have attended as a result of people fighting with one of the parties usually hitting their head on the ground, usually the pavement has turned me off getting involved in a street fight ever. Do your best to de-escalate, don't get within striking distance or head butt distance and don't give smart arse lip, just leave it's not worth it.
All great advice!
Good video. But what I fear is the legal repercussions. How do I deal with that?
Thanks bro.I started training muay thai today.
This was a great video Tony. It made me sub your channel. Cheers. Mike.