<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Short Fight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Short Fight]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 06:51:27 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Sign Up For Our Free Blog To Get Fitness &#38; Self-defense Training]]></title><description><![CDATA[In my blogs you'll get: Weekly Fitness, Self-defense, Diet, and Health Related Tips and Strategies. Weekly Exercise Instructional Videos....]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/sign-up-for-our-free-blog</link><guid isPermaLink="false">61e97877fbd9000017b64f06</guid><category><![CDATA[Other information]]></category><category><![CDATA[Specials]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2022 15:09:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_91de0cda97b84bd9a8431efd1337a8e5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_628,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exercise of the Week: Burpees with and without pushup]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are two methods of performing burpees, each have their own benefits. Benefits of Doing a Burpee Without a Pushup: Improves...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/exercise-of-the-week-burpees-with-and-without-pushup</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6717d480be9f36249f756644</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 17:35:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_52cab2855aa24a5dad858a0cb7b6bcfb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elbow Strike Series (part 3) - Vertical Upward Elbow (instructional video included)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The vertical upward elbow strike is another great technique to use when you are in close quarters with an assailant. This technique is...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/elbow-strike-series-part-3-vertical-upward-elbow-instructional-video-included</link><guid isPermaLink="false">671158ab29a0209caf6fa2a1</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 18:51:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_99576504532c4c93945ec2a8439d3aba~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_650,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exercise of the Week: Multi-planar Hop with Stabilization (video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[This weeks body-weight exercise is a great functional training exercise that works your neuro-muscular coordination, and your...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/exercise-of-the-week-multi-planar-hop-with-stabilization-video-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f96191db76332839cc2408</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 13:00:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_fb495beb7e90460f9ee7a2b0646ffdc2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_640,h_568,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elbow Strike Series (part 2) - Reverse Horizontal Elbow Strike (instructional video included)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The reverse (or backwards) horizontal elbow strike is an excellent technique that can be performed when the assailant is behind you, and...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/elbow-strike-series-part-2-reverse-horizontal-elbow-strike-instructional-video-included</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f95658f6e41b36dcd3005d</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Sep 2024 13:44:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_3c3c821adced46e5a0bfd6b9ba16547a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_650,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do This Superset For Powerful Shoulders (instructional video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Having powerful shoulders serves many purposes. Whether it's to escape a hold, deliver a knockout blow, or just carry stuff around the...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/do-this-superset-for-powerful-shoulders-instructional-video</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66e5e58d1dcfcf2a11f69f99</guid><pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2024 13:00:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elbow Strike Series (part 1): Horizontal Elbow Strike (instructional video included)]]></title><description><![CDATA[We begin the elbow strike series with one of the simpler elbow strikes to practice: the forward horizontal elbow strike. As the name...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/elbow-strike-series-part-1-horizontal-elbow-strike-instructional-video-included-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66e5e0d1b5d88873299b0724</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 14:00:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_342fb84af7f54f69aab1d11a8ba91de0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_581,h_397,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power of Elbow and Forearm Strikes: A New Series Begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be covering the most devastating weapon in your upper body arsenal. It is so effective...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/the-power-of-elbow-and-forearm-strikes-a-new-series-begins</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66e5d9aa9eb9277919a5328c</guid><pubDate>Sat, 14 Sep 2024 19:02:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_ed2361bb1c3a4f36b9094092d445e4af~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_814,h_583,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exercise of the week: Explosive Power Core Superset (video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[All movement originates from your core. This superset will help increase your ability to move quickly and explosively. Whether your an...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/exercise-of-the-week-explosive-power-core-superset-video</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66d88c534d156001e3df2cc6</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 17:28:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_6c00a7a4c98d4deda77f35c155e754fc~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_616,h_417,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Striking with the Heel of the Palm (part 2)]]></title><description><![CDATA[This weeks self defense technique of the week is a crucial defense to learn in case you find yourself on your back with an assailant on...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/striking-with-the-heel-of-the-palm-part-2</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66d361c8cd068158288fd17a</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Aug 2024 18:47:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_342fb84af7f54f69aab1d11a8ba91de0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The ultimate Max Strength Exercise (instructional video included)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deadlift is the pinnacle of total body maximal strength exercises. 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It's so simple to...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/striking-with-the-heel-of-the-palm-part-1-two-videos-included</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66c24432aa8f1cf37f4d8cba</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 Aug 2024 19:05:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_342fb84af7f54f69aab1d11a8ba91de0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_581,h_397,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exercise of the Week: Crab-walk Toe Touches (video included)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to the exercise of the week! 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Uppercut punches are a crucial weapon to use when...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/learn-the-power-of-the-uppercut-punch-for-self-defense-2-videos</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66ae3b3ed09d535a5ceb37a7</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Aug 2024 14:29:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_342fb84af7f54f69aab1d11a8ba91de0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_581,h_397,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upper Body Explosive Power Routine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Explosive Power Reactive/Plyometric training will boost your ability to move explosively. You need explosive power whether you are a...]]></description><link>https://pmaatl.wixsite.com/my-site-3/post/upper-body-explosive-power-routine</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66a3b163dc9c7f2b29c0250f</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:00:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/416fe0_77bca6f17c9742be8870494580288c13~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_480,h_294,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lawrence Castanon</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Hook Punch (2 instructional videos included)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hook punches are one of my favorite strikes because they are simple to perform, and you can generate a lot of power with them. 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