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WHEN SECONDS COUNT
Everyones Guide to Self-Defense
by Sammy Franco

When Seconds Count is a comprehensive, scientific, yet street-smart approach to how law-abiding citizens can defend themselves against the mounting threat of violent crime, which strikes another victim in America every 17 seconds. You can't learn this in a martial arts dojo. In fact, there are many instructors out there who are doing a lot more harm than good by making people believe they are trained to cope with vicious street criminals. The techniques that score points and win trophies could get you killed in real-life encounters.

Sammy Franco is no stranger to violence or self-defense. He is the author of thirteen books and the innovator of Contemporary Fighting Arts¨, a bold system that allows you to cut through the ceremony and posturing of traditional martial arts and break self-defense down to its simplest elements: practical skills, proven techniques and the confidence to use both on armed and unarmed assailants. Learn how to hone your awareness skills, assess threat levels, de-escalate situations before they turn violent, use weapons skillfully and cope with the aftermath of violence. When seconds count....you don't have time for mistakes.

Book Details: 8 1/2 x 11, soft cover, photos, illustrations - 144 pages



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Average Customer Review: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 18 Reviews
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5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 When Seconds Count, 4.27.2009
Reviewer: Jane McKenna (Potomac, Maryland, )

Excellent, easy to read and helpful for women who want to gain a better understanding of what self defense is really about. This is must reading for women, of all ages. A lot of young women would benefit from reading this book.

 

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 The Complete Guide, 2.4.2009
Reviewer: Michael (Victoria AU, )

Although this book is comprehensive and covers many important areas, the topic in which it truly excels in is awareness. You may already have devastating moves and a good level of awareness but I would still recommend this book even to seasoned street fighters, because I honestly believe you will still gain real insights and tactics from the ideas presented here, showing you the way to hone your awareness and intuition to extremely high levels. Informative and a joy to read.

 

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Life Lessons, 1.26.2009
Reviewer: Anna (Maryland, )

This book contains important lessons I never got from my parents. Thanks Sammy for keeping it real.

 

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 When Seconds Count, 12.11.2008
Reviewer: Bruce (Florida, )

I have many books on self defense but When Seconds Count is by far the best. Explanations well done. To me, this was even better than War Machine. I would give it a 5 Plus, if it were possible!

 

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 The Bible of Self-Defense!, 11.19.2008
Reviewer: Joel (Hickory Creek, TX, )

Anyone interested in being able to protect themselves and their family in the violent world we live in today should own this book! If I could recommend one book on self-defense this would be it. A CFA home run!

 

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 What Will You Do?, 11.12.2008
Reviewer: Genocyde (DeQuincy, LA, )

When Seconds Count is THE companion to your Reality-Based Self-Defense Studies. When Seconds Count succeeds where most other traditional martial arts systems fails by explaining the legal aspect of self-defense.

Also contained within the book are several workbook-style exercises (I recommend getting a notebook for completing those assignments) which prepare you mentally for situations where your judgment may need sharpening and forewarned...is forearmed.

You're not going to get a bunch of fancy-schmancy B.S. about chi flow or terms you're not going to understand...it's all in terms you'll comprehend and understand and, if purchased alongside The Street Fighter Package DVD series, you'll find your confidence in your judgment and abilities skyrockets.

Note: The information contained within this book truly does make it Everyone's Guide To Self-Defense. Once purchased, you'll see that there are no false claims here that you're going to become a ninja or the equivalent of some spec-op soldier. What you will find is honest, hard-hitting and applicable in the immediate sense. Since getting this book, my insight into the world of Reality-Based Self-Defense has grown exponentially. I honestly think that this book will arm you with the knowledge needed to get your training in order.

 

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 An Absolute Must!, 10.10.2008
Reviewer: Damian Jensen (Glendale, AZ US, )

This book probably taught me more about true defensive awareness and the realities of the street more than all other sources I've seen combined! I would recommend it to ANYONE and EVERYONE! You NEED to KNOW what is out there and how to deal with such situations! Be prepared, get this book!!!

 

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Thorough and well written, 8.25.2008
Reviewer: sean sweeney (Baltimore, MD, )

This book exceeded by expectations. Anyone can appreciate the information in the book. Not just about the fight itself. Excellent content showing how to diffuse a potentially dangerous situation and how to be ready for such a situation whenever it may arise. The section on awareness is particularly useful.

 

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 when seconds count!, 9.1.2007
Reviewer: Kenneth Hettinger (Asheboro, NC US, )

This is a very important book to add to your RBSD collection. This is a fact based learning encyclopedia of knowledge. This book is the best I have seen anywhere when it come to knowing how to defend your self and family. Gives all the tools needed to know every aspect of self defense. Both mental and physical. This book gives the real insight on reality based self Defense bare non. Every person who wants to take care of themselves or their family should read this. This gives the ground work and foundation to grow and build upon. Awesome read. I know I couldn't put it down. Excellent Book.

 

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 A Self-Defense Book For The Masses, 6.30.2007
Reviewer: Vance (Milwaukie, )

Mr. Franco leaves no stone unturned to bring you real world self defense. In my opinion this book is a must for anyone seeking to do any sort of self defense. This book gives you the foundation on which to build on. You will not be disappointed. I know I wasn't!

 

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