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Elbow Escape

Used when pinned in side control or mount against a peer. Creates space by framing inside the hip and using leg angle to fold the opponent's structure, allowing you to recover guard.

youtube·5:1511:45·Bernardo Faria BJJ Fanatics

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  1. 1Frame your elbow inside the opponent's hip on the same side as your head.6:16
  2. 2Place your foot higher than your knee on the same side.6:42
  3. 3Shrimp away while folding the V-frame to create space.6:47
  4. 4Plant your foot, square your hips, and sit up to recover guard.8:29
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