Power Up with Lisa

10/07/2026

Your environment is either working for you—or against you.

In Issue 20 of The Path to Power Series, Lisa Davis (U.S. Marine Veteran & Former Police Officer) breaks down how to turn everyday spaces like parking lots, hallways, and stairwells into your ultimate safety advantage.

Real self-defense isn't just about open-space moves; it’s about reading the room, using your surroundings, and staying one step ahead.

👉 Read the latest biweekly micro-lesson now!

THE PATH TO POWER SERIES - ISSUE 20 A Biweekly Self-Defense Micro-Lesson with Lisa DavisU.S. Marine Veteran | Former Police Officer | Self-Defense Instructor What “Using Your Environment” Means in Real-World Self-Defense When people think about self-defense, they often imagine techniques happeni...

09/21/2026

How fast can you read a room? 👁️

Real-world self-defense starts before a situation turns dangerous. Behavioral cues and body language almost always signal intent early. 🚨

In Issue 19 of The Path to Power, self-defense instructor Lisa Davis shares how to spot these pre-incident indicators so you can stay in control. 💪

Tap the link below to read the full breakdown!

THE PATH TO POWER SERIES - ISSUE 19 A Biweekly Self-Defense Micro-Lesson with Lisa DavisU.S. Marine Veteran | Former Police Officer | Self-Defense Instructor What Pre-Incident Indicators Are and Why They Matter in Self-Defense Pre-incident indicators are the subtle — and sometimes obvious — warn...

09/17/2026

Myth: You need space and momentum to land a powerful strike.

Truth: When space collapses, the elbow strike uses body rotation to deliver devastating power in tight quarters.

Learn why this simple, compact move is a staple in real-world self-defense.

Tap below to read the full breakdown in The Path to Power Issue 18!

THE PATH TO POWER SERIES - ISSUE 18 A Biweekly Self-Defense Micro-Lesson with Lisa DavisU.S. Marine Veteran | Former Police Officer | Self-Defense Instructor What the Elbow Strike Is — and When It’s Used in Self-Defense The elbow strike is one of the most effective tools in close-range self-defe...

08/28/2026

Do you shrink when you walk into a room — or do you own it?

Your posture speaks before you ever say a word. The way you stand, move, and hold your space can be the difference between blending into "easy target" and radiating "not today."

In Issue 17 of The Path to Power, we're breaking down why "taking up space" isn't about being loud or aggressive — it's about confidence, awareness, and ownership of your body. Plus, a simple 10-second drill you can start using today. 💪

Read it below!

THE PATH TO POWER SERIES - ISSUE 17 A Biweekly Self-Defense Micro-Lesson with Lisa DavisU.S. Marine Veteran | Former Police Officer | Self-Defense Instructor What “Take Up Space” Really Means in Self-Defense To take up space does not mean being aggressive, loud, or confrontational. In self-defen...

08/06/2026

Real power in self-defense comes from your feet, hips, and core—not just muscle strength. 🥋💥

In Issue 16 of The Path to Power Series, U.S. Marine Veteran and former police officer Lisa Davis shares why body rotation is your secret weapon for stronger strikes and staying on your feet.

Inside this quick read:

Why power starts from the ground up (and how to use torque).

The most common pivoting mistakes that drain your strength.

A 30-second Power Pivot Drill to build muscle memory at home.

Stop relying on brute force—start using leverage to move safer and hit harder.

👉 Read the full micro-lesson below!

THE PATH TO POWER SERIES - ISSUE 16 A Biweekly Self-Defense Micro-Lesson with Lisa DavisU.S. Marine Veteran | Former Police Officer | Self-Defense Instructor What “Pivot Into Power” Means in Self-Defense When people think about power in self-defense, they often think it comes from strength, spee...

08/01/2026

Final call! 🚨

Campus Ready is this Sunday, August 2, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM. Give her the skills and confidence she needs before heading to campus.

Taught by Lisa Davis: Marine veteran, former police officer, 5th-degree black belt.

She'll walk away with real confidence, real skills, and a FREE lifetime pass to our $99 online course.

📍 Bloomington Karate Center
💵 $50/person
⏳ Spots are nearly full

👉 Register: https://powerupwithlisa.com/products/self-defense-class

Stay Safe. Stay Strong. Stay Powered Up!

07/30/2026

You've helped her get ready for classes, dorm life, and everything academic.

Have you helped her get ready to walk across campus alone at night?

Campus Ready: Personal Safety & Self-Defense for College-Bound Women is a hands-on, 2-hour workshop taught by Lisa Davis — Marine veteran, former police officer, and 5th-degree black belt.

She'll walk away knowing how to Recognize, Assess, and Take Action® — and carry that confidence all four years.

Moms are invited too — learn side by side.

📅 Sunday, August 2 · 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Bloomington Karate Center
💵 $50/person
🎁 Includes FREE lifetime access to our $99 online self-defense course

👉 Register: https://powerupwithlisa.com/products/self-defense-class

Stay Safe. Stay Strong. Stay Powered Up!

07/29/2026

Before she leaves for campus, give her this:

✔️ Confidence to navigate campus safely — real-world strategies for dorms, parking lots, and social situations.

✔️ Skills to protect her — hands-on, tactical training that actually works.

Taught by Lisa Davis — Marine veteran, former police officer, 5th-degree black belt.

⏳ Only 3 days left to register — spots are almost gone.

📅 Sunday, August 2 · 10:00 AM–12:00 PM · Bloomington Karate Center

👉 Register: https://powerupwithlisa.com/products/self-defense-class

Stay Safe. Stay Strong. Stay Powered Up!

07/27/2026

Give her confidence before move-in day. 🎓💪

Heading to college is a huge milestone, but feeling safe shouldn’t be a question mark. Join us for Campus Ready—a hands-on personal safety and self-defense workshop designed for college-bound women, incoming freshmen, and students!

👭 Moms, sisters, friends, and women of all ages are welcome to learn side-by-side.

🥋 Led by Lisa Davis (Lead Trainer)
• Marine Veteran
• Former Police Officer
• 5th Degree Black Belt

WHAT SHE'LL GAIN:
✨ Real-world strategies for campus & dorm security, parking lot safety, and social/party situations.
✨ Hands-on tactical concepts and physical self-defense skills.

EVENT DETAILS:
🗓 Date: Sunday, August 2, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Bloomington Karate Center💵 Investment: $50 / person (Includes FREE lifetime access to our $99 online self-defense course!)

🚨 Only 14 spots left—open to the public!

🔗 Register directly at PowerUpWithLisa.com or scan the QR code!

07/23/2026

Self-defense doesn’t end when the danger passes.

Whether it’s a close call or a boundary crossed, your body needs time to reset after a scary moment—and that’s a normal part of the process!

Learn why nervous system regulation is key to rebuilding confidence and get the step-by-step reset drill in the latest micro-lesson below. 👇