Issue 163

January 2018

With UFC bantamweight Pedro Munhoz, Kenny Johnson, coach of more than a dozen MMA champions, shows how to use a vise-like grip to throw your opponent over your head.

1 - Kenny has Pedro in a tight front headlock to control his body and stop any potential takedowns.

2 - Kenny pushes his hips inwards and bends his knees, taking away any space between him and Pedro.

3 - Kenny raises his clasped hands towards Pedro’s armpit, twisting his head into an awkward position, then drops to his back.

4 - As he drops and lands, Kenny flips Pedro over him and onto his back.

5 - As soon as Pedro lands on his back, Kenny pushes off the mat with his feet to roll back over his shoulder.

6 - Kenny lands on his knees in side control where he can advance position or go for a submission.

TOP TIPS:

ALL-STATE:

Use a Gable grip make sure your hold isn’t broken easily.

ALL-AMERICAN:

Start by making your opponent carry your weight on the back of their neck with a wide stance.

OLYMPIAN:

Don’t let go of the headlock until you’re comfortably in side control.