Flower Sweep — Floating Post Counter
Use this when the opponent posts their arm to defend. By controlling the post with your palm and keeping weight back, you maintain a 'floating' position that allows you to transition to an armbar or X-guard.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Allow the opponent to post their arm, then pull their hand upright.0:43
- 2Ensure your palm is doing the work against their arm.0:53
- 3Keep your weight back on your leg to maintain the 'floating' position.0:55
- 4Transition to X-guard or look for the armbar based on their reaction.1:02
- 5Flip the opponent over for the armbar finish.1:21
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