Issue 122

December 2014

JUDO

Jimmy Pedro is one of the world’s top judo coaches. His ex students include UFC star Ronda Rousey. With the help of black belt Riley McIlwain, the USA Olympic team head coach presents the best judo moves for MMA

1. Jimmy starts by gripping both of Riley’s sleeves. 

2. Jimmy puts Riley off balance by pulling him up onto his toes and elevating his wrists. As he does that, he steps inside, crossing his left across his body.

3. In one motion, Jimmy brings his right leg through in front of Riley as he pivots 180° on his left foot, then drops to both knees and brings his hips underneath Riley’s body, pulling down hard on the sleeves to the right of his head.

4. Jimmy pulls on Riley’s sleeves as he bends at the waist and rolls Riley over his own left shoulder.

5. To finish the technique, he brings his head up and secures Riley in north-south position.