Knee Shield Half Guard Setup
Establishes the Knee Shield Half Guard base to neutralize top pressure. Uses ankle hooking and hip placement to create a structural shield that deflects weight into the mat rather than absorbing it.
6 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Hook the opponent's bottom ankle with your leg.0:27
- 2Step your free foot so the ball of your foot rests on the opponent's hip.0:37
- 3Drive your knee forward to create a shield against the opponent's chest.0:48
- 4Control the opponent's near shoulder with your knee/shin structure.1:11
- 5Place your elbow on the inside of your knee.1:20
- 6Control the opponent's far arm with your other hand (bicep or wrist).1:35
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