BJJ black belt Karl Nemeth shows a powerful counter when the bottom man locks their hands to defend the armbar. This elbow compression lock is as painful and sneaky as it is effective.
Filmed at Precision MMA a Hudson Valley BJJ school
Armbar Options from Spider Web
BJJ Black Belt Brian McLaughlin shows his attack series from the clasped hands armbar position, often referred to as “the spider web”
Grip breaks, armbars, bicep locks and triangle choke options are all explored here
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Fake out armbar from Mount – Poughkeepsie BJJ
The armbar from mount is a classic Brazilian Jiu-jitsu technique, however the major problem is that the bottom player is aware the attack is coming prompting them to defend and tie their arms in knots. The key to overcoming this situation is disguising your intentions and quickly switching arms. The “Fake out armbar” uses your opponent’s defense against them, by building a better mousetrap we secure higher percentage finishes. A hallmark Poughkeepsie Brazilian Jiu-jitsu technique, Precision MMA coach Brain McLaughlin breaks down one of his favorite attacks from the top.
Filmed at Precision Mixed Martial Arts – Poughkeepsie Brazilian Jiu-jitsu