Single Leg Takedown from Standing (4)
Two effective single leg takedown entries from standing using grip breaks, two-on-one control, and level changes to finish the takedown.
10 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Break opponent's collar grip by posturing back and snapping the grip off1:00
- 2Establish a two-on-one grip controlling opponent's bicep with cross grip1:17
- 3Sag your weight onto the opponent's arm to provoke a reaction1:37
- 4When opponent pulls arm out, level change and snatch the leg with outside hand palm facing up1:45
- 5Drive all opponent's weight onto the leg you are attacking to make it lighter2:19
- 6Use your shoulder to put weight on the outside of opponent's thigh and start moving them sideways2:28
- 7Step back and put your chest heavy to take opponent down2:40
- 8If opponent puts hand on your neck and squares up, push his elbow by and drop your knee to the ground to switch sides3:04
- 9Connect your hands the same way on the opposite side and keep your toes on the ground to drive and come up3:23
- 10Keep your back straight, control opponent's leg, use your shoulder to hit him, then go back and take him down3:42
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