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Head and Arm Triangle Choke

Use whole body mechanics to elevate opponent's arm and finish a head and arm triangle choke from side control.

instagram·0:161:21·Matt Arroyo | Jiu Jitsu Tips

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  1. 1Wrap the opponent's head and apply shoulder pressure0:16
  2. 2Place your bicep right under his elbow with palm down0:20
  3. 3Coil yourself low with your whole body and use it to lift the arm0:26
  4. 4Inchworm the arm up by moving your hips, butt, and legs upward0:33
  5. 5Replace your arm with your head once the arm is elevated0:59
  6. 6Lock palm to palm1:03
  7. 7Lift your butt up, slide off to side control, and flatten out1:05
  8. 8Hug opponent into your body and pull slack out of their hand as you walk perpendicular1:12
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How to get a Head AND Arm choke (on a bigger, stronger guy!)
Matt Arroyo | Jiu Jitsu Tips
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