Derrek Hofrichter
Self-Defense Specialist
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Co-authored Articles (28)
How to Perform a Sleeper Hold: Expert-Approved Instructions
A comprehensive walkthrough on how to put an attacker to sleep Whether you’re looking for a self-defense technique that’ll put an attacker out cold or you’re an MMA fighter looking to take your submission game to t...
How to
Fill a Punching Bag
Buying an empty punching bag is often cheaper than getting one that’s already been filled. Plus, it gives you more control over how heavy and dense your punching bag is since you get to fill it yourself. Filling a punc...
How to
Get Out of a Headlock
A headlock is a very powerful submission hold. When your attacker or opponent initiates an attempt, you must exert maximum effort to escape. With a few key tactics, you can almost always elicit some sort of resignation, ...
How to
Condition Your Knuckles
Tough knuckles make the punches you throw stronger and prevent your knuckles from becoming injured during training. Putting pressure on your knuckles will allow them to adapt and become stronger over time. Complete these...
How to
Make a Punching Bag
Punching bags are used to increase strength and stamina in athletes. They are used by people who practice martial arts or boxing to perfect their technique. However, punching bags can be very expensive, and this can be p...
How to
Jab in Boxing
If you have any desire to learn the sport of Boxing, the jab is a fast, long range punch that will decide your fate in the ring. It may also be the punch you throw most often because although it's one of the weaker punch...
How to
Wrestle
Wrestling is a popular physical sport which you can compete in at the high school, college, amateur, or professional level. If you're interested in picking up a few wrestling basics, joining a local wrestling league or y...
How to
Apply a Triangle Choke from Open Guard in Mixed Martial Arts
The triangle choke is one of the most common and most effective choke holds in the sport of Mixed Martial Arts today. It is a move often done in the sport of Jiu Jitsu to earn points or to win matches. This instructiona...
How to
Understand Basic Karate
Karate is an ancient martial art built around self-defense that originates from Japan and China. It has become extremely popular worldwide, and has many variations. Understanding and practicing basic Karate can be achiev...
How to
Become a Professional MMA Fighter
Are you a budding athlete who wants to make a name for yourself in mixed martial arts (MMA)? In the modern era, it’s not enough to only be a great fighter. You’ll also need savvy business skills to market yourself an...
How to
Adjust Punching Bag Height
Punching bags are a great addition to any home gym that help simulate an informal boxing match. With this in mind, it’s important that your punching bag mimics the height of another person so you can train properly. Th...
How to
Do a Single Leg Takedown
Single-leg takedowns are techniques you can use while grappling your opponent to the ground. It is useful against tall and heavy opponents. Performing a high single-leg takedown is very easy to learn for beginners and in...
How to
Do a Double Leg Takedown
Learn how to drop your opponents using a double leg takedownIn amateur mat wrestling, the double-leg takedown is typically the first takedown taught to wrestlers. Executed properly, it can be an effective way of getting ...
How to
Perform a Back Kick
A back kick is more than just a cool-looking trick—it's a powerful strike that can catch your opponent off-guard while doing a lot of damage. Back kicks also activate several major muscle groups, so practicing them is ...
How to
Get in a Proper Boxing Stance
What makes a correct boxing stance? The right stance can give you a competitive advantage over your opponent and help you maximize your technical strengths. Everyone's boxing stance will look slightly different, dependin...
How to Learn Judo (For Beginners)
Familiarize yourself with basic martial arts moves and techniques Interested in learning Judo? You've come to the right place! Judo is a relatively modern martial art, created by Professor Jigoro Kano in 1882. Its roots ...
How to
Perform Pro Wrestling Moves
Although some people deride professional wrestling as “fake,” the skill, athleticism, and risk of injury are all very real. If you look beyond the manufactured entertainment value, you can marvel at the intricate, p...
How to
Defend Against a Bear Hug from Behind
If someone grabs you from behind, it may not be just a friendly surprise embrace. Unfortunately, there's a chance someone may be trying to harm or rob you. In this case, learning how to defend and free yourself from a be...
How to
Break Up a Fight Between Two People
When two people get into a brawl, it can be difficult to know what you should do. There are many steps you can take to calm the aggression, but it is important to keep your own safety first. Before you get involved, have...
How to
Create Your Fighting Style
Have you ever wanted to practice a martial art, but it was too out of your grasp? Do you want to create a fighting style of your own? This excellent guide will show you how.
