CONCEPTTOP

Hip Positioning

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Also called: active hips, angle, getting hips up, hip angle, hip control, hip height

25videos

13channels

11 gi · 11 no-gi

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Pressure PassingWhen: proper hip positioning prevents opponent from establishing full control

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Knee Cut PassWhen: opponent exploits poor hip position to pass
Side ControlWhen: keep hips glued to mat for control
Leg EntanglementWhen: control opponent's upper leg in your lap
Reverse X GuardWhen: control through hip positioning
Leg Drag PassWhen: staggering hips for better control
Triangle ChokeWhen: elevated hips increase pressure

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