X-Guard Basics
Establishes the foundational X-Guard structure by hooking the insteps to the knee pit and thigh, controlling the leg with an underhook, and managing the opponent's posture to maintain control.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Hook the instep of your bottom leg under the pit of the opponent's knee.1:11
- 2Hook the instep of your top leg onto the opponent's thigh.1:21
- 3Apply tension with your feet to prevent grip fighting.1:25
- 4Control the opponent's leg on the same side as your top leg with your arm.1:35
- 5Direct the opponent's hands to the mat.1:54
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