Straight Ankle Lock
Used when you can isolate the ankle from standing or guard. The mechanism relies on placing the forearm blade under the Achilles tendon while using the opposite leg to pin the opponent's hip, preventing escape.
6 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Open the opponent's guard by controlling their arm or stepping up to their hips.0:53
- 2Shoot your forearm underneath the opponent's Achilles tendon with your thumb facing up.1:03
- 3Fall to the outside leg side while placing your opposite heel firmly on the opponent's hip.1:15
- 4Pinch your inside leg tight against the opponent's leg.1:23
- 5Scoot your supporting elbow back toward your own back while keeping legs pinched.2:00
- 6Simultaneously arch your back, pinch your legs, and lift your forearm to finish.2:09
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