Foot Positioning
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Also called: active feet, armpits on big toe, ballerina toe, feet behind hip, feet positioning, foot on hip
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8- Escape Front HeadlockWhen: feet on ground essential for escape
- Over Under PassWhen: create friction and control
- Front HeadlockWhen: move to the side with feet during snap down
- Seated GuardWhen: active foot work instead of hand work
- Back MountWhen: toe placement blocks hip escape
- Ankle LockWhen: foot positioning critical for ankle lock