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By Sarah L. Greenhalgh
Times-Democrat Staff Writer
For many women, just being fit is not enough. They want to be able to defend themselves and their children if push comes to shove.
Certified kickboxing trainer Travis Alexander runs his fitness business, KardioKick, out of Chestnut Forks Athletic Club in Warrenton.
Alexander has been training men and women to defend themselves for more than 20 years. For him, it’s all about being aware of your surroundings.
“You can take all the aerobics classes you want,” Alexander said. “But that’s not going to help you if you are attacked in a parking lot.
“Self-defense is a state of mind. It is about threat recognition. If you think like a victim, you will be a victim.
He added, “Even in a small town like Warrenton things can happen. When you are attacked it’s not a controlled 15-round fight, it’s a fight for your life.”
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