Issue 170

September 2018

Kenny Johnson: Coach to legends including BJ Penn, Jose Aldo and Anderson Silva presents MMA wrestling with Pedro Munhoz.

Perfecting the double-leg takedown is essential for fighting inside the cage

1 - Kenny ducks under Pedro's jab and steps forward with his right leg ready to shoot in for the double-leg takedown.

2 - By penetrating Pedro's stance with his lead Kenny is able to grab the back of Pedro's knees.

3 - Kenny steps forward with his back foot and raises his hips to lift Pedro.

4 - To make sure he doesn't land in guard, Kenny swings Pedro's legs to the side.

5 - Kenny lowers his weight and lands in side control.

TOP TIPS:

HIGH SCHOOL

• Make sure you’re in touching distance of your opponent before shooting for their legs.

COLLEGE

• Keep your back straight when lifting your opponent.

OLYMPIAN

• When in side control, drive your shoulder into your opponent’s face to help pin them to the mat.