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The Confidence Equation: How Krav Maga Changes The Signals You Send
Confidence is not an affirmation whispered in the mirror. It is a visible, measurable shift in behavior. It is the way you walk into a room. It is the steadiness in your voice. It is the decisiveness in your movement.
And it can be trained.
For adults, learning Krav Maga is an investment in how you show up in the world. For children, it is even more powerful as it interrupts the bullying dynamics before they solidify. It replaces fear with capability and it reshapes the sig
Cyrus Osena
Apr 175 min read


Krav Maga As A Pillar of Wellness
When people think about wellness, the images that come to mind are often familiar and predictable: green smoothies, spas, yoga mats, step counters, and maybe an app quietly nudging you to “be mindful and take a deep breath.” For decades, diet and exercise have dominated the conversation - and rightfully so. Eating clean and moving your body are fundamental to good health.
But if the past few years have taught us anything, it’s that wellness is far more than meditation and av
Cyrus Osena
Sep 26, 20254 min read


Danger Plus One: Assume They Are Trained
In our Danger Plus One series, we have already established a fundamental rule: always assume your attacker is armed . This mindset...
Cyrus Osena
Mar 24, 20255 min read


Healthy Holiday Habits: How to Stay Fit and Active During the Festive Season
The best way to bring the new year off to a good start is to close the previous year off strong!
Cyrus Osena
Dec 18, 20243 min read


Training Plateaus: 5 Ways to Overcome the Rut
We’re well into Rocktober —a month dedicated to shaking things up, getting out of ruts, and pushing past limits in our training. At...
Cyrus Osena
Oct 10, 20246 min read


Balancing Act: The Pen and The Sword in Krav Maga
The concept of balancing the pen and sword extends beyond the studio or the street. In our daily lives, we face conflicts and challenges that require us to choose between diplomacy and assertiveness...
Mastery in life, just like mastery in self-defense, lies in judgment. It’s not just about being strong or smart; it’s about being wise. This wisdom comes from experience, from making mistakes, and from learning when to fight and when to walk away.
Cyrus Osena
Sep 6, 20245 min read


The Four Pillars Of Krav Maga Training: Part 3 - Physical
Continuing in our exploration of the pillars of Krav Maga training, the physical aspect takes center stage in this post. Building a...
Cyrus Osena
Feb 22, 20243 min read


Stay Sharp, Stay Safe: Discover The Benefits of Krav Maga For Seniors (Part 2)
In the previous post, we outlined the reasons why Krav Maga would an excellent choice for seniors. In this post, we will focus on the...
Cyrus Osena
Sep 21, 20233 min read


Why Progressing Through Our Badge System Is Important To Your Training
After a lengthy pandemic hiatus, it’s high time we brought the badges back! As a long-time Krav Maga practitioner and instructor, I...
Cyrus Osena
Mar 7, 20233 min read


KRAVfit: How Does It Fit Into Your Training Routine?
Whether you have been training for a long time or are just starting out, chances are you are looking for a new way to level up. As a...
Cyrus Osena
Jan 4, 20233 min read
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