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Training and studying self defence can lead to greater self confidence. But, can this greater self confidence lessen the chances of you being selected as a target ?
Two researchers, Grayson and Stein did a study in New York where they filmed random people walking down a busy street. The people being filmed were unaware of this. They then showed the footage to a group of convicted criminals and asked them to identify people who would make easy targets and those they considered would be best to avoid.
Within a few seconds the convicted criminals had made their decision. It appeared that people were considered to be easy targets based on movement and co-ordination rather than simply age, race, gender or size.
The easy targets looked as if they had an unnatural walk or stride. They tended, on the whole, to walk slower than others and had an awkward body movement.
The people who were considered to be harder targets moved with a sense of purpose and the movement was smoother and more coordinated.
Also, in line with this is people’s posture and where they are looking when walking. A slumped posture gives the impression that the person is weak and lacks confidence. More confident people tend to have an upright posture with their shoulders back slightly. Staring down towards the ground makes people appear preoccupied and unaware. People who look around at their surroundings show that they are switched on and are considered to be harder targets.
From this we can conclude that people who are confident and aware are less likely to be selected as a victim. Proper self defence training will help you gain this confidence.
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