The idea of being attacked by a larger, stronger person worries both men and women. Many - especially women - fear that fighting back will only make things worse.
Forget for the moment that studies show that 80% of rapists will give up if they meet with resistance.
What can anyone do against a physically overpowering foe?
I got this inquiry the other day:
"I am just wondering if my body is able to do all the 'self defense' moves, being I have a bad back and hip? What are your thoughts?"
This, by the way, from a woman in her thirties. Hardly a woman with one foot in the grave.