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Straight Armbar

Apply from mount when you can isolate the arm and control the wrist. Uses leverage against the elbow joint by hyperextending it while maintaining centerline control.

youtube·3:153:50·Knight Jiu-Jitsu

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  1. 1Drop your weight dead on the opponent, placing one hand on the chest and one on top.3:15
  2. 2Slide your legs up and place one hip close to the shoulder, keeping your center over the shoulder line.3:25
  3. 3Lean your weight onto your southside leg and slide the other leg across to isolate the arm.3:35
  4. 4Hug the arm, keep the thumb up as a landmark, and squeeze your knees together.3:45
  5. 5Fully extend the arm, pull down on the wrist, and lift up on the elbow to finish.3:50
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The First Five Submissions You Need To Know | Jiu-Jitsu Basics
The First Five Submissions You Need To Know | Jiu-Jitsu Basics
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