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Welcome to Part 5, the final segment of our self-defense series. In this section will cover techniques for when you find yourself overpowered by an attacker. It's crucial to know how to react when physical strength is no longer on your side. Well focused on leveraging your environment, using quick strategic movements and targeting vulnerable areas to regain control or escape. If an attacker grabs your arm, don't waste energy trying to pull it free directly. The attackers grip may be too strong to break with sheer force. Instead, grab your own arm with your free hand and roll your elbow upward, turning in the direction of the attacker. This technique uses leverage to escape their hold. Once free, target vulnerable areas like the face to create an opportunity for further defense or escape. Remember, keeping your movements close to your body will maximize your strength and power, making it harder for the attacker to regain control. If an attacker grabs your neck from the front, don't panic. First, lift your arm high above their arms to createspace. Twist your body fully while pushing with your shoulder and arm to break the choke. Once they lose their grip and position, quickly follow up with an elbow strike to their abdomen, followed by a strike to the face with the back of your hand. These movements should be fluid and forceful, allowing you to regain control and create an opening to escape. When an attacker is sitting on top of you and has pinned your arms down, relying on brute force won't work to break free and instead engage your core by tightening your abdominal muscles and lifting your hips as high as you can. As you do this, roll to one side, pushing against the attacker with your opposite arm. This use of leverage combined with the shifting of your body weight forces the attacker to lose their balance, creating the opportunity for you to escape. When an attacker is sitting on top of you and choking you, resist the urge to panic. Begin by engaging your core and tightening your abdominal muscles while lifting your hips as high as possible. At the same time, raise your arms to one side to createspace around your neck. As you do this, roll toward the attacker, using your arms to push them off balance. This movement, along with leveraging your body weight, disrupts the attackers hold. Once they're balance is compromised, you can use the opportunity to strike their face. Further disorienting them and creating a chance to escape. As we come to the end of this self-defense series, we hope that you now feel more empowered and confident in your ability to protect yourself. The technique shared throughout these videos serve as a foundation, and while they are valuable, continuous practice and real life application are crucial. We encourage you to join a martial arts institution to gain hands on experience and further develop your skills. This series was made possible with the support of the dedicated team members from Soccer. Akai Karate, we hope you found the content both engaging and meaningful. A special thank you to In Khan Health and Wellness for their commitment to empowering their female employees with the knowledge to physically defend themselves as well as their strong support for the 16 days of activism against the abuse of women. Remember, the journey to self-defense and personal empowerment is ongoing. Stay committed, stay safe and always trust your instincts.