Recently I had the pleasure of teaching my 10th Planet Van Nuys Fundamentals class a few leg locks. Since this was a fundamentals class I spent most of my time focusing on the smaller details of leg locks that most of the time are overlooked. Many Jiu Jitsu players want to use a cool set up … Continue reading Leg Lock Basics – How To Have A Killer Toe Hold
Leg Locks
Why Nate Diaz’s Leg Locks Didn’t Work Against Benson Henderson
Disclaimer: The following post is based on some observations I made while watching the fight. I understand that it's easy to play arm chair fighter and critique MMA fights. I understand that once punches and elbows are added into the mix that many Jiu Jitsu techniques need to be modified. I am writing this having come from … Continue reading Why Nate Diaz’s Leg Locks Didn’t Work Against Benson Henderson
Leg Lock of the Month – December
Normally when I am in side control I am not thinking about leg locks. I could never figure out how to transition from having upper body control to having lower body control. What I really liked about this transition is how you can set it up by making your opponent think you are losing your … Continue reading Leg Lock of the Month – December
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