For those with access to the National Geographic channel, the Fight Science series premieres Sunday Jan 27.This looks to be a great show, with some eye-opening material on what elite fighters are physiologically capable of doing. Click on the link below to see a preview of:

Experts in Self-Defense put to scientific scrutiny through reenactments of attack situations. Find out the best way of defending yourself.

A Navy SEAL put to the test using cutting-edge technologies to exhibit his maximum capabilities during hypothermia.

Discover the science behind what it takes to get out of a classic stairwell attack. Even within a confined space, surprisingly it could be easier than you think.

A former Navy SEAL finds out if he can withstand the electric stock of a taser. If he can, this means defending yourself with one is not a fail-safe weapon.

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) showcases the most skilled mixed martial art (MMA) fighters. Scientists analyze the unique fighting styles and capabilities of legendary fighters like Randy Couture, former UFC heavyweight champion Bas Rutten, former UFC light heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz and two-time world submission grappling champion Dean Lister.


http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/channel/fightscience/videos_2.html