Side Control Choke — Head Block Variation
Pass the collar under the head, use your head as a block to prevent the opponent from escaping, and cinch the choke by moving your body across.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Pass the collar under the head and back across, keeping it tight.3:11
- 2Pull the hand to the other side and apply a palm block on the hip.3:20
- 3Perform a windshield wipe motion, slide, and cover with your head.3:32
- 4Trap the wrist and circle over the head while maintaining shoulder pressure.3:43
- 5Check with one knee over the head, then cinch with the second knee if needed.3:49
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