One of the first leg locks I ever learned was the Rolling Toe Hold from open guard. From the instant I saw it I was in awe. Growing up watching the WWF during the Attitude Era I immediately recognized the toe hold. Both MMA fighter turned pro wrestler Ken Shamrock and Olympic Gold Medalist turned pro wrestler Kurt Angle … Continue reading The First Leg Lock I Learned – The Rolling Toe Hold
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To Play Heel Hooks Or To Not Play Heel Hooks…
The Heel Hook…Many Jiu Jitsu schools and tournaments have banned this move because it is “dangerous”. While I agree that it is a dangerous submission, there is no need to ban it IF people are properly educated on it. In reality the Rear Naked Choke is way more dangerous than a Heel Hook because it … Continue reading To Play Heel Hooks Or To Not Play Heel Hooks…
A Special Thanksgiving Leg Lock – The Turkey Wrap
Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is a time for reflection, friends, family, and leg locks. In today's video Coach Chris Herzog of 10th Planet Rochester fame shows off a very fun leg lock that can be used when your are playing an open guard game. While I personally don't really use this leg lock I definitely see it … Continue reading A Special Thanksgiving Leg Lock – The Turkey Wrap
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