Learn this today to never again find yourself with your back flat on the ground

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One of the greatest challenges for a beginner in BJJ is avoiding getting squeezed. After all, how can one stay levelheaded and in a comfortable position when there's a stronger, more experienced opponent trying to keep them flush with the ground?

Rickson Gracie has the solution, and it's as simple as a well-placed foot. Learn to be well connected with the ground, at the adequate angle for defending, and avoid getting squeezed from now on. 

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petalrose14 commented:

This is a great tip. Thank you so much. I am always getting on my back. Thank you.

August 31, 2021 07:53 PM

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jdogdude78 commented:

Does this concept apply to the head and arm cross side?

July 12, 2021 09:17 AM

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adrianopastor04 commented:

Detalhes muito importate Mestre Rickson

May 21, 2021 08:06 PM

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