Footlock from Guard
A leg entanglement submission targeting the ankle and Achilles. It works by isolating the leg, controlling the hip to prevent escape, and using body leverage to hyperextend the joint.
6 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Enter the footlock by hooking the leg and catching the ankle while keeping your hips close to the opponent.0:15
- 2Grip the ankle with one hand and control the knee with the other to prevent them from pulling the leg back.0:55
- 3Sit up into a 'chair leg' position, placing your foot over the opponent's hip and curling your body around the leg.1:47
- 4Pinch your knees together tightly to secure the leg entanglement.2:35
- 5Walk your armpit back toward the opponent's toes while straightening their ankle.3:51
- 6Arch your back and lift your hands high on your chest to drive pressure into the Achilles.4:50
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