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Armbar (Juji Gatame) (2)

Basic armbar from mount setup involving elbow control and separation techniques.

youtube·0:100:57·Bernardo Faria BJJ Fanatics

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  1. 1Control your opponent's elbow inside the line of your hips.0:40
  2. 2Use your hand to grab the wrist and control the elbow.0:53
  3. 3Move your head over their head to assist in elbow movement.1:45
  4. 4Rotate your body to align with your opponent's shoulder line.2:36
  5. 5Apply your cross-facing leg over their head.3:30
  6. 6Ensure your head is low and your body is angled for pressure.4:20
  7. 7Establish grips for the armbar finish.5:00
  8. 8Execute the armbar with a strong downward and upward force.5:40
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How To Do The Perfect Armbar by John Danaher
How To Do The Perfect Armbar by John Danaher
Bernardo Faria BJJ Fanatics
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