Rear Naked Choke
Use from back control when you can secure the V-shape or short choke configuration. Cuts carotid blood flow rather than constricting the airway.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Secure your hooks, isolate the position, and form a V-shape with your arm aligned to the neck.8:35
- 2Place your bicep on one carotid and your forearm on the other, hiding your hand behind the head.8:45
- 3Slide your hand back to the occipital ridge and keep your head tight against the opponent.9:05
- 4Squeeze, raise your shoulders back, and expand your chest to finish.9:10
- 5If the hand cannot reach back, use the short choke by hiding the forearm and bicep behind the back and using head pressure.9:25
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