Triangle Choke Setup — Clamp Guard Entry
Transition from full guard to triangle by pummeling arms, securing a collar tie, and executing a deep hip escape to enter clamp guard. This creates the angle needed to trap the arm without relying on strength.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Pummel arms inside opponent's frame while sitting up with abs tight.0:54
- 2Secure a collar tie by grabbing the wrist and placing the forearm across the collarbone.2:10
- 3Execute a deep hip escape, passing the leg over the shoulder with the heel in the neck.2:20
- 4Connect the knee to the heel to establish clamp guard.2:35
- 5Jump the triangle by trapping one arm inside your guard and crossing your ankles.2:50
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