Joint locks are linear. If you can move your body off the line of force, the lock fails.
The goal is often to get your elbow past their hip line. Once your elbow is "on the floor" or clear of their leverage point, the lock loses its power. 3. Change the Angle Upper Body Joint Lock Escapes
For armbars, rotate your thumb toward your opponent's feet to change the angle of the elbow. Joint locks are linear
If someone is armbarring you from the top, use your free hand to "stack" them, putting your weight on their chest to prevent them from extending their hips. Once your elbow is "on the floor" or
Use your hips to create an explosive upward movement, forcing your opponent to use their hands for balance rather than the submission.
Every joint lock requires a fulcrum (the point of leverage, like the opponent's hips or forearm).
Joint locks are linear. If you can move your body off the line of force, the lock fails.
The goal is often to get your elbow past their hip line. Once your elbow is "on the floor" or clear of their leverage point, the lock loses its power. 3. Change the Angle
For armbars, rotate your thumb toward your opponent's feet to change the angle of the elbow.
If someone is armbarring you from the top, use your free hand to "stack" them, putting your weight on their chest to prevent them from extending their hips.
Use your hips to create an explosive upward movement, forcing your opponent to use their hands for balance rather than the submission.
Every joint lock requires a fulcrum (the point of leverage, like the opponent's hips or forearm).
