Half guard
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Kneebar / leg-lock awareness
2 videos for this move
1
Nick Albin (Chewjitsu)
6:31 · Chewjitsu
2
Marcus Buchecha Almeida
4:45 · Buchecha Online
Includes how to defend it.
Kneebar
/ leg-lock awareness
Defence
Intermediate
Gi and no-gi
Not for kids
Where this leads
Stay in Half guard, top
Hold it, then pick your next move.
Key
details
1
Know the danger
When they roll under your trapped leg, the kneebar is coming.
2
Keep your knee bent
A straight leg is easy to attack.
3
Keep your weight forward
Stay on their upper body, don't sit back.
4
Free the leg early
If they reach for your heel or knee, pull the leg out.
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