Inside Heel Hook Slip

Defending against the inside heel hook from the saddle position requires careful attention due to the vulnerability of the ligaments involved. To effectively slip the heel and avoid injury:

1. Recognize that the knee must be inside the line of the ankle and hip to be safe. If the knee is outside this line, there is a risk of damage to the leg.
2. When the opponent applies the heel hook, do not attempt to slip the heel if the knee is outside the line as this can result in injury.
3. Adjust the knee to bring it inside the line. This can be done by using various methods, such as grabbing arms or legs, to reposition the knee safely.
4. Once the knee is inside the line, point the toes, push and pull to slip the heel out of the opponent's grip.
5. Adopt a general defensive posture by turning the knee down and keeping the heel close to the body, similar to tucking the chin when someone takes the back.
6. As soon as the saddle position is entered, immediately turn the knee inside the line of the ankle and hip before proceeding with other defensive actions.
7. Remember to curl the toes as if picking something up from the ground and then point them like a ballerina to facilitate slipping the heel.

Practice this technique with patience and care to ensure safety and proficiency in defending against the inside heel hook.