We are thrilled to welcome Matan Gavish, Founder of FIT HIT NYC, to The Style That Binds Us podcast to discuss how we can protect ourselves! Matan is a former Krav Maga officer for a special-ops unit in the Israeli Defense Forces in charge of training Krav Maga, Close Combat, and Counter-Terrorism to hundreds of Special Ops soldiers, Matan has trained US Navy Seals, US Army Rangers and is actively working with NYPD Tactical Training Unit in design, practice and implementation of Krav Maga to the New York Police Academy. He believes that empowerment through training is key to success not only in violent situations but in any stressful curveball life may throw our way. Building a strong and sharp mind along with a strong body is one of the elements most emphasized in Matan’s training. In addition to Krav Maga, Matan holds 8 fitness certificates and has a BA from Columbia University in NYC. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.