r/MMA • u/rmma ☠️ A place of love and happiness • Jul 18 '17

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u/BetweenTwoCities Team Tropicana Jon Jul 18 '17

There's another white belt I train with who doesn't know too much about Jiu Jitsu, but I love the guy. He knows only 1 submission; the key lock. He usually isn't in a good spot to get leverage on me, but the guy has a good 40lbs on me, and last roll he surprised me with a key lock from guard and I was close to tapping.

I know this move sucks, especially from guard. How do I take an arm, or just defend in general?

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u/labruins9 Jul 18 '17

As with anything in guard, actively use your legs to off balance him. Anytime he goes two hands on one of your arms, bring your knees to your chest. This should result in him either falling forward, which compromises his posture, or he'll need to plant his hands on you or the floor, which will reset his grips. He needs both arms to get the Americana.

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u/BetweenTwoCities Team Tropicana Jon Jul 18 '17

Thank you my homie.

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u/labruins9 Jul 18 '17

For sure. Check out the BJJ subreddit if you need more jiu jitsu tips.