North-South Triangle/Armbar Counter
Use this counter when an opponent bridges to escape from north-south. Trap their arm behind your armpit with your leg, then finish with an armbar by gripping the collar or a triangle by letting the arm pass.
4 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Place your knee on the mat and turn your body perpendicular to the opponent.0:00
- 2Bring your leg high, keep the opponent's arm behind your armpit, and grab the outside of your leg.0:01
- 3For the armbar, face forward, grip the collar, step your leg over, and close your hips.0:36
- 4For the triangle, face forward, let the arm pass, place your head on the mat, and grab your shin.0:37
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