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Nothing is perfect for self defence. Even, what is self defense? Or what is the kind of attacks you have in mind? Anything will need to be adapted from what it is to what you want or need. I am sure boxing will be helpful, expecially if you are aware of the hands and wrists weakness. You can...

Well, if it is sort of tomae nage, then Judo. Not in BJJ as well? I learnt is in a self-defense style, so it could also be taught in several schools/styles.

Check where people your age is training, near you. If you can see, check where they train safe. Where 1 or 2 of these are true, probably they can adapt to your limitations. Style is not the most relevant, yet what we want to hear...

Or any other Thai style... or even some Kung Fu...

Back foot on floor and leading foot landing, for power. But for speed, often I cannot land the back feet, only the leading feet.

As others said, do not overdue (or you risk killing the dream). Why not 1.5h in the morning + 1.5h in the afternoon, or something like that? It would be still great; and easier to fill.

A few I remember now: -To test oponents' reactions, speed, timing; -If distance is wrong, sometimes better a tag than compromising balance; -To create openings, for other attacks; -To keep opponent busy, at the expense of little energy, sort of defensive attack; -To show up to jury and public at...

Sandee and Twins are popular, long lasting and safe bets. (I am sure I am missing another big one.) It is also safe to ask your instructors first. They may want you to use bigger, safer gloves than the ideal for your weight... BUT I would just borrow or buy anything cheap to start. In the mean...

Rugby, sort of. The one with the ball could be technically manipulated, by 1 or more. No distinct uniforms; teams could be 20+ each (and the enemy would ask for the ball). This is the only that is worth to mention. Then I have also seen plenty of running, shadow boxing and other typical stuff.

Sometimes even experienced guys want to make sure to beginners they know one thing or two. I don't think one needs to prove its value every time to everyone else. Ideally, the focus should be in improving oneself and partners. But I have seen the same in Muay Thai and other styles. Perhaps...

I would not mind training (or giving trainings) in a backyard (if it was not for the weather). Garage or adapted room would be a better cheap alternative. Whatever you decide, I would advise to make it self sufficient. You could give your time, at best, but other costs must be paid by students...

Each school or organization charges differently. Some are more profitable, or profit oriented, than others. I would not mind much about. Your only choice is to pay or leave, isn’t it? I was charged a bit (€10-25?) for juri evaluation and a book (sort of). Black belt was more extensive, but...

I have seen many things called martial+art, even when missing the martial or artistic side of it, or both, without much questioning. So, a yes from me to fencing. It can be martial art as well (or as bad). What about archery? I would say yes, too. More martial than many stereotype styles...

Acupuncture works where other stuff fails, fails where other stuff works. Or sometimes it works better than others, as any medicine or treatment. Tested on myself as well, normally after conventional stuff failed (as most people do... ) The main difference is actually in the subjectivity of the...

Alone and before any training, you can improve fitness. Nothing more. In parallel to regular, group training, you can practice a bit (especially striking). You need partners to learn how to manipulate a human body and, eventually, a human mind (fighting), and to improve timing. Not to say for...

If belts are really meaningless, don’t worry. But if you get different training opportunities, I know very well the issue. I was able to spar competitively with high ranks (karate, Thai boxing...) but rarely given the opportunity as ‘white belt’. (Without the best part, I was dropping out soon.)...

Now we know for sure it was an easy match. But was it one too bad or another too good? Anyway, I liked the shoulders and head kick with toes. I wonder why these are not used more often. Shoulder very handy during many wrestling controls; and the head kick with toes easier... (for me, at least.)...

Chinese arts/methods is too generic. I should have said internal martial arts + wing chun. The only ones I can say anything about. I don't have a clue about others.

My list would be long. After nearly 10 years seriously into 1 system, I tried more than 20 clubs/styles in 3 countries. Never lasted more than 6 months, for different reasons. Even when I thought it was completely rubbish and that I could teach instructors their own style, the room was still...

I would think of Aikido, Tai Jitsu and the like, specially if you want it working without hitting for ‘softening’ or as plan B. Second though, Chinese martial arts in general. Lovely principles and concepts and theories... but then they struggle to translate it into effectiveness, perhaps due...

To me it is really hard to give a top 5, so I cannot even think about ranking them. It is sort of comparing apples with oranges. I prefer apples, but that’s subjective. Anyway, I would surely include Spider and Khabib. Mighty Mouse is really good, but is he good for his weight class or really...

After the fundamentals: 1. ‘Choreography’, drill, slow then faster. 2. Slow, light, limited techniques in sparring, gradually increasing complexity/moves allowed. Short reflection after ‘TKO’. 3. All-included, from slow to fast (but control, light strikes, not much fear or other emotions). 4...

Easier to catch a leg than to wrap arms. And it is what they do to some extent. To some extent. I would not say it is (always) the best way, otherwise Thai boxers would only do that.

Never. What for? Glory? But if they are over 18 (I will not argue about the exact age) and well advised, up to them (and instructors).

Skill and big balls here. Most ‘experts’ just do everything they can to avoid the possibility of a serious test. All they know is talk, talk, bla, bla...

I have seen the sparring time as an opportunity for the new guys to ‘fight’ instructors or other students. Subtle fights, so it is hard to spot and stop early...

Forex.

Yes, it is ok. As long as they know more than students and skilled to teach, people can learn. What to say about arts with different standards for black belt or no belts at all? Belt colour is nearly random. No big deal. Teaching was mandatory before black belt on my style... In BJJ, many...

We could try... but there are many names for the same and same (art) names for very different stuff. Then, even if done, people would disagree and confuse you... Sorry. :) But, go on. Ask, research and try a few.

I did not get your idea. Someone will tell straight punch is shorter, quicker. My way is parry+hook, same motion, if it fits your question. More risky for me, but similar, would be moving aside and hook, or uppercut. Both counters, none simultaneous.