Hip Sit Back Escape
An MMA-focused back escape from turtle that avoids conceding mount by trapping the opponent's hook with the legs and scissoring to top position.
6 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Maintain left shoulder forward and sit on the opponent's right hook.0:50
- 2Grab the opponent's knee and pull it as you stand in.1:50
- 3Switch hips so the left knee is heavy on the opponent's ankle and the right heel is lowered.2:00
- 4Reach back and grab the opponent's elbow.2:35
- 5Execute a scissor motion with your legs to clear your shoulder.3:00
- 6Throw an underhook and secure top position.3:20
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