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Also called: alignment, back position, base, body posture, defending posture, good posture
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8 gi · 8 no-gi
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18- Closed GuardgiWhen: posture is fundamental to defending against submissions from guard
- Wrestling UpWhen: proper body position enables explosive movement
- Grip FightingWhen: maintain upright posture during grip exchange
- Russian TieWhen: alleviate pressure from opponent
- Half GuardWhen: spine alignment on bottom increases leg power
- Side ControlWhen: maintaining good posture keeps opponent pinned
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