Lapel Choke from Side Control (2)
A powerful lapel choke from side control using your own gi lapel to apply pressure and control the opponent's head and neck.
9 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Feed your lapel to your hand0:35
- 2Place your hand behind the opponent's head0:42
- 3Pull your lapel out and grab the part near the collar1:08
- 4Apply pressure on the opponent's head and face to prevent rotation1:30
- 5Take your lapel between the opponent's hands and grab it firmly2:10
- 6Pull your elbow back to bring the lapel tight against the opponent's neck2:33
- 7Position one forearm on one side of the neck and the lapel on the other side2:40
- 8Move your body north-south while keeping your hand on the opponent's hips2:54
- 9Lean forward and rotate your body while pulling the lapel tighter3:10
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