X-Guard to Cross-Ashi Heel Hook
Use X-guard to force the opponent's hands down, transition to reverse X-guard to set a triangle, and flow into cross-ashi for a heel hook when they defend.
6 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Drop your foot to the ground and frame the opponent's knee while kicking them to force their hands to the floor.0:04
- 2Swap to X-guard as the opponent stands up, keeping your knees pointing down and extending your legs to keep their hands grounded.0:13
- 3Transition to reverse X-guard and grab the opponent's head, pushing into them as they push back to lift them overhead.0:20
- 4Frame the armpit, grab the back of the knee, flare your right knee, and lock a triangle to knock them down.0:29
- 5Establish cross-ashi, bring your elbow across, and grab the foot as they spin to defend.0:43
- 6Pass the leg across to the other side, come up off your hip, and finish the heel hook.0:49
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