Issue 133
October 2015
Submit a stronger opponent with a simple but effective technique.
Trainer: Ricky Lundell, the BJJ black belt and NCAA Division I wrestling prodigy presents his MMA leglock masterclass with UFC heavyweight Frank Mir.
1) Ricky has side control on Frank’s right, keeping him down on the mat by using a crossface position.
2) While maintaining as much control as possible, Ricky reaches over to catch Frank’s toe with his right hand.
3) Ricky bends his arm to pull Frank’s foot towards him in a position where he can attack it more effectively.
4) Now Ricky can reach over, grab the foot with his other hand, pull his elbows in and crank on the hip, knee and ankle.
TOP TIPS:
WHITE BELT
Make sure your opponent doesn’t sit up into a position to take your back as you reach over
PURPLE BELT
This move can be done on someone with a strength advantage, as you’re using both arms against one leg
BLACK BELT
You can spot an opportunity to reach for this submission when someone goes to elbow escape and moves their foot closer to you
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