Arm Drag to Back Take
Use a two-on-one grip to control the opponent's arm during an arm drag, preventing retraction and forcing a post to secure the back.
4 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Establish a sleeve grip and reach behind the opponent's tricep for a second grip.0:03
- 2Pull the arm across the opponent's body while maintaining both grips.0:10
- 3Move hips out as the opponent posts to the arm.0:16
- 4Kick up and hug the opponent to take the back.0:21
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