If you end up on the ground, use your up-kicks to keep the attacker away while you perform a technical stand-up to get back to your feet safely.

Most real fights are decided in seconds. Your strikes should be explosive and aimed at ending the threat immediately. 2. High-Percentage Strikes

Instead of a tight boxing peek-a-boo, keep your lead hand out to manage distance and "frame" against an attacker’s chest or face.