Armbar (Juji Gatame)
Executing a fundamental armbar from mount by ensuring the opponent's elbow is inside the hips, controlling their movement, and applying the submission with proper mechanics.
7 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Start in mounted position with your opponent's elbows close to their body.0:11
- 2Get your opponent's elbow inside the line of your hips.0:51
- 3Once their elbow is free, walk it towards the centerline.0:55
- 4Shift your body to create an angle and control their elbow.1:45
- 5Position your crossface leg over their head.2:07
- 6To secure the armbar, switch your grips.2:14
- 7Finish the armbar by elongating the arm and applying pressure.2:26
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