Fight vs flight reaction after he was disarmed and I had both weapons. I had originally written this article around 2010 and I feel that it is still valuable today and worth rehashing. In my opinion and experience, there are five important keys to martial arts in relation to winning or surviving. Footwork & Timing Footwork and timing to gain entry. Mobility is of utmost importance during a confrontation. Mobility is not just motion moving around or bouncing up and down, but i