Crucifix | Armlock Concepts

Executing an armlock from the crucifix position, with a focus on gaining leverage when on the bottom:

1. Enter the crucifix from an arm drag, pushing the opponent's head to find the belt position while maintaining control.
2. If the opponent's weight is still on you, use your legs to create space and place their hip on your hook.
3. Use your outside leg to lift the opponent off you and lock your thighs to control their arm.
4. Apply shoulder pressure behind the opponent's neck to initiate a roll, or let the opponent roll you over.
5. Stay connected to the opponent's upper body and maintain tight leg control throughout the roll.
6. After rolling, ensure your top leg is over the opponent's arm, with both feet on the leg side of their arm for leverage.
7. Apply pressure on the opponent's arm and catch it as it releases to transition into an armlock.
8. For a generic figure four armlock, curl the bottom leg, open the top hip, and bridge at the angle of the opponent's arm.
9. For more control and leverage, use the bottom leg to find an X-Guard control, steer the hip towards the opponent's elbow, curl the heels back, and secure the armlock.
10. Follow the opponent's movements and adjust to maintain control, opting for the X-Guard control for a stronger armlock.