Seminar: Underhook Locking The Knee Shield

Part of the course: Cold Blooded Half Guard By Mason Fowler

Seminar: Underhook Locking The Knee Shield
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Mason Fowler
Mason Fowler

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Maximizing comfort and control in half guard involves maintaining a knee shield across the opponent's stomach or chest. To prevent the opponent from achieving chest-to-chest contact, avoid crossing the legs in a way that moves the foot away from the knee shield position.
  1. Bring the bottom foot up to cross the feet while keeping the knee shield across the opponent's body. This creates a stronger frame than when the feet are not locked together.
  2. Adjust the bottom leg to deepen the knee shield. Instead of a V shape with the feet, aim for a T shape by sliding the bottom hip towards the mat. This lengthens the bottom leg and allows for the legs to connect without compromising the knee shield.
  3. When the opponent applies pressure, pushing the bottom hip through can make them feel uncomfortable and alleviate the pressure on your hip. This position should not bear the opponent's weight.
  4. Practice turning the bottom hip down to the mat while staying on your side, without over-rotating. The goal is to find a comfortable position where you can manage the opponent's weight and movements.
  5. Test the effectiveness of the position by having the person on top apply weight. You should be able to keep them at bay with ease, allowing you to pull and push, thus controlling the interaction.
Focus on feeling comfortable in this position before progressing to the next part of the technique.

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