#118 After Dark - Breaking Down Combative Training with John Valentine (Part I)

In this episode, I sat down with John Valentine to discuss his military experience and his journey into the combative training industry.  He shares how he was first introduced to combative training and details his initial interactions in the industry. John speaks on the unique language used by instructors and explains the critical differences between observing combative techniques and applying them in real situations. He also provides an analysis of how to assess a fight and effectively utilize learned skills in high-stress scenarios.Unfortunately we experienced some tech issues and this episode got cut off early. We’ll have John back on the show in two weeks to finish where things left off including some exciting info about the Combatives Summit.Episode Sponsor:BioProtein Technology: https://bioproteintech.com/For $30 off your order use code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout.BioPro+ can potentially help to improve balance hormones, increase sex drive, improves insulin sensitivity, and produce increases of mitochondria and nucleic acids to create a total system modulator. BioPro+ regulates, rebuilds, and regenerates at the cellular level to help you look, feel, and perform your best.Episode Sponsor:SLNT: https://slnt.com/pages/ironsightsUse the code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout for an exclusive discountSLNT offers a range of sleek RFID blocking wallets, EDC Faraday bags, travel gear, laptop sleeves, and key-fob cases with the added protection of their patented Silent Pocket® Faraday cage technology, which turns your devices invisible, and safe, from the outside world by instantly blocking Cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, RFID/NFC, EMP, and EMF. This elite signal blocking technology is the easiest way to instantly enhance your peace of mind around how your mobile devices are screwing your digital life up.Timestamps:00:00 Intro08:01 John's Background14:03 John's Military Career17:45 Combative Training28:25 John's Transition From The Army To Air Force31:55 The Combative Industry35:45 The Instructors39:35 Seeing Combatives vs Applying Them49:37 Situational Awareness In A FightRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:rdfprograms.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Connect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/