Inside Heel Hook Slip | Summary

Escaping the inside heel hook involves maintaining the knee inside a critical line for safety. It's challenging to position the knee inside this line, especially against a skilled opponent who keeps their leg in a defensive posture. The key to safety is to ensure the knee stays within this line throughout the entire engagement, even during rolls.

1. Recognize that inside heel hooks are more effective at higher levels due to the difficulty of positioning the knee inside the line.
2. Use grips to assist in maneuvering the knee inside the line, which is crucial for preventing the heel hook.
3. Once the knee is inside the line, focus on keeping it there consistently, even when the opponent attempts to roll.
4. Apply subtle pressure by bringing the knee into the opponent's ribs, which aids in maintaining the knee's position inside the line during their movements.
5. Understand that hand fighting sequences and other advanced techniques can further assist in positioning the knee inside the line, which will be covered in more detail later.

Overall, the emphasis is on the importance of knee positioning to neutralize the threat of an inside heel hook and the commitment to maintaining this position as a fundamental aspect of defense.