Dive into the world of hybrid break mechanics in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! Discover how combining linear and rotational techniques enhances submissions, making them more effective. This discussion spotlights examples like arm bars and knee bars, illustrating key principles of these powerful moves. Learn the language behind these techniques and why 'break' might just mean 'tear' in this context. Get ready to elevate your grappling game!
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Multiple Joints Create Escape Opportunities
The human body has multiple joints and escape options making single-mechanic submissions easier to resist.
Combining mechanics reduces alignment and increases the difficulty of using strong muscles to resist.
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Power Of Hybrid Breaking Mechanics
Hybrid breaks combine linear, rotational, and slicer mechanics to make submissions stronger.
Using multiple mechanics reduces escape options and increases finishing success.
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Traditional Armbar Realization
Steve Kwan recounts learning traditional armbar finishing by pulling straight back while sitting at 90 degrees.
He realized that straight-line armbars required overpowering big muscles like the biceps and were often inefficient.
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In this week's mini-episode we finish our series of discussions on the different types of breaking mechanics in Jiu-Jitsu! This episode explains hybrid breaks, or submissions that combine multiple breaking mechanics such as linear breaks, rotational breaks, and slicers. Hybrid breaks are often more powerful than those relying on a single breaking mechanic.
(A note on terminology: a "break" as described here is technically more of a "tear," as you're not breaking bone, you're tearing soft tissue. However, we'll use the term "break" as it's the more commonly accepted and understood term in Jiu-Jitsu.)
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