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Uplift Conversations
A weekly podcast with Jaz, Zaira, and Evie, where we dive deep into all things fitness, well-being, and personal success—empowering you with the knowledge, confidence, and tools to do THE THING (whatever yours is!)
💫 Sharing conversations that help you go from “I can’t” to “I will”
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Uplift Conversations
Self Defence Every Woman Needs to Know
🎙️ This week on Uplift Conversations, we’re talking about a topic every woman needs to hear: self-defense. We’re joined by professional fighter and the first Irish woman bare-knuckle boxer, Sineadh Ni Nuallain, to uncover the practical, real-world techniques that can keep you safe. 💪
💡 Highlights You Don’t Want to Miss:
00:00 🥊 Meet Sineadh Ni Nuallain – Ireland’s First Bare-Knuckle Boxer
00:53 🚨 Why Every Woman Needs These Self-Defense Basics
01:47 💥 From MMA to Bare-Knuckle – Making Combat Sports History
03:19 🔪 Mugged at Knife Point – The Experience That Changed Everything
04:14 🧠 Fight, Flight… or Freeze? The Reality of Real-Life Threats
05:55 🏢 Self-Defense in Everyday Life
07:01 🤯 Winning a Fight with a Broken Hand (Bone Through Skin!)
09:31 😱 King of the Streets – The No-Rules Combat World Explained
10:33 🚺 Common Myths About Women & Self-Defense Busted
11:37 🛡️ What Self-Defense Really Means (Hint: It’s Not About Fighting Back)
12:52 🔑 Confidence vs. Strength – The Real Secret to Staying Safe
15:01 ✋ How to Escape if Someone Grabs Your Wrist
15:59 💇♀️ Hair Grabs & Surprise Attacks – What to Do in the Moment
16:56 🤜 Behind Attacks & Hip Thrusts – The Move Every Woman Should Know
18:32 🎒 Should You Fight Back Over Your Bag or Phone?
19:02 🏃♀️ Why Running Shoes Can Save Your Life
19:44 🧴 Everyday Items That Can Double as Self-Defense Tools
22:08 🔥 Shouting “Fire!” Can Attract More Help Than “Help!”
24:06 🦵 The Leg Wrap Trick – Stopping an Attacker in Their Tracks
26:56 ✅ The #1 Self-Defense Move Every Woman Should Remember
29:36 📲 How to Learn More & Connect with Sineadh Ni Nuallain
30:55 😁 Behind the Scenes: A Sneak Peek Inside Our Self-Defense Class