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
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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
The First Leg Lock I Learned – The Rolling Toe Hold
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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