Warning: The following techniques are highly effective, but may cause excessive sweating, toe jamming, and irreversible damage to your social life.
Quickly slip on a sock, preferably a brightly colored one, to distract your attacker and create an opening for escape.
Master the Sock-Slingshot Technique for maximum effect.
Swirl a sock around your body to create a whirlwind of confusing, disorienting movement.