Triangle Armbar

Key principles

• · The triangle lock controls the opponent's posture and isolates one arm inside, creating the opportunity to attack that arm without releasing leg control.
• · Hips must elevate and angle toward the trapped arm to generate proper leverage for hyperextension against the elbow.
• · Pinching the knees tightly together while bridging prevents the opponent from pulling the arm free or stacking.
• · Controlling the wrist with both hands and keeping the thumb pointed upward ensures correct elbow alignment against the hips for the break.
• · If the opponent attempts to clasp hands to defend, use hip movement and wrist control to pry the grip before extending.

Execution

1. 1 From triangle control, identify the trapped arm inside the triangle and secure the wrist with both hands, keeping their thumb pointing toward the ceiling.
2. 2 Pivot your hips slightly toward the side of the trapped arm while maintaining the triangle lock with your legs.
3. 3 Pull the captured wrist to your chest and clamp your knees together tightly, pinning the opponent's upper arm between your thighs.
4. 4 Raise your hips upward while pulling the wrist down toward your body, applying pressure against the elbow joint to finish the armbar.