Criminals Know Who to Attack—That’s Why You Must Train Continuously
Criminals are experts at spotting weakness. Studies show they can tell—just by the way you move or carry yourself—whether you’ll make a good victim. That’s why a one-day self-defense seminar isn’t enough to keep you safe. Seminars are a great place to start, but they’re not the finish line. Krav Maga is designed to be learned quickly by anyone, but it still requires consistent training to hardwire your instincts and build confidence. Otherwise, that false sense of security can make you more vulnerable, not less.
“Sisu”: What a Finnish Action Masterpiece Teaches Us About Grit
Sisu is more than a word—it’s a mindset. In Finnish, Sisu means a white-knuckled form of courage and unimaginable determination. It’s what shows up when your body is done, your mind says “quit,” and you keep moving forward anyway. In this post, Steve Woolridge explains how to train Sisu on the mat, in the gym, and in everyday life.
Why the U.S. Army Came to me for Expertise in Combatives
Steve Woolridge, Krav Maga expert and Air Force veteran, was cited in a U.S. Army Master’s Thesis on hand-to-hand combat. Train where the Army sought answers.
PART 2: The 5 Ways to Build Resilience
My favorite 5 practical ways to develop resilience inside AND outside the gym. Resilience isn’t glamorous—it’s what keeps you in the fight. On the mat. In the gym. In life. 🔥 Ready to stop talking and start building mental toughness? 👉 Sign up for your first Krav Maga & fitness class today.
Why Krav Maga Works: Because You’re Already Wired for It
Let me tell you a secret: Your body already knows how to fight. Krav doesn’t try to change your instincts—it weaponizes them. That’s why it works in real life. In real stress. In real attacks. Whether it’s someone grabbing your throat, rushing at you in a parking garage, or threatening your kid while you’re just trying to get groceries, you don’t have time for a thousand reps of a complicated move. You need something that’s already coded into your body—and that’s exactly what Krav Maga gives you.
Understanding How to Learn a Skill
Let’s get something straight: just “showing up” doesn’t mean you’re learning anything.
If you want to actually get better at something—whether it’s throwing a punch, mastering a hip throw, or not falling over in your own sweat puddle during drills—you need to understand how real skill acquisition works.
🧠 DELIBERATE PRACTICE VS. GOING THROUGH THE MOTIONS: WHY YOU'RE STILL NOT A BADASS (YET)
Deliberate practice is focused, intentional, uncomfortable, and laser-targeted at your weaknesses. It’s mentally exhausting. It’s not “fun.” It’s how you become undeniable.
🚨 Your Company Has a Safety Problem — And It’s Not Gonna Fix Itself
This isn’t your typical "break the board, get the certificate" nonsense. At Steve Woolridge’s Krav Maga & Fitness Center, we’re flipping the script on corporate safety. We’re talking street-proven, military-informed, and zero-fluff training that WORKS under pressure.
Your Ego Is Getting You Killed (and Other Fun Truths About Trying Krav Maga)
Look, I get it. Nobody wants to look like a confused toddler throwing a tantrum while trying to block a punch. But if your ego’s too big to take a hit—literally and metaphorically—you’re gonna stay soft. You’re gonna stay vulnerable. And in the real world, that gets people hurt
Black Belt? Cool. Can You Survive a Parking Lot Ambush?
Black Belt? Cool. Can You Survive a Parking Lot Ambush? I’ve seen it time and time again: someone walks in, black belt wrapped around their waist like it’s a magic forcefield. They strut in with their chest puffed up, ready to “show me something.” Five minutes later, they’re gasping for air on the mat because real-life violence doesn’t care about your belt color.
Why Your Punches Are Weak (And How to Fix Them)
Weak punches don’t just make you ineffective—they make you vulnerable. In a real-world scenario, there are no second chances. If you want to hit like a truck instead of a toddler, put in the work. Fix your technique, build your strength, train your speed, and develop your endurance.
Yellow Belt Test on February 22nd
We’ve got the Yellow Belt Test coming up on February 22nd, and I keep getting the same two questions. Over. And over. And OVER. One. 'Am I ready to test?' Two. 'What can I expect?'
Readiness is a Myth. Stop Waiting, Start Fighting: Why 20 Hours of Effort Beats 20 Years of Excuses
Readiness is a Myth. Stop Waiting, Start Fighting: Why 20 Hours of Effort Beats 20 Years of Excuses. ? You’ve been overthinking, procrastinating, and convincing yourself you’re "just not ready yet." Guess what? Readiness is a myth. The enemy isn’t your schedule, your fitness level, or your two left feet—it’s your hesitation.