Standing Leg Hook and Grip Break
A reliable defense against being lifted: hook the leg to anchor yourself, then use elbow pressure to break the attacker's grip and create space.
4 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Hook the attacker's leg with your leg.0:51
- 2Base out and focus both hands on one of the attacker's hands.0:57
- 3Drive the attacker's head back and work your hips out.1:03
- 4Work your elbow inside their grip to break it.1:11
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