Mount Armbar — Bolt Cutter Grip
A powerful variation using a bolt-cutter grip to isolate the elbow and wrist. It solves the problem of strong opponents resisting the standard armbar by using forearm leverage to break their grip.
4 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Cross your ankles to prevent the opponent from spinning out.16:40
- 2Sit up and bring your chest close to the opponent's shoulder to maintain the angle.17:30
- 3Apply the bolt-cutter grip by clasping your hands palm-to-palm over the opponent's elbow.18:20
- 4Pull your forearm in while pushing your elbow forward to hyperextend the arm.19:10
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