Dive into the fascinating dynamics of inside and outside channel control in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Explore how inside control helps navigate close quarters while outside control provides expansive options. Discover the tactical choices behind each method and the critical role of grip and positioning in guard play. This discussion sheds light on the art of transitioning between guards and optimizing your grappling strategy.
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What Inside Channel Control Means
Inside channel control means occupying the space between your opponent's weapons to nullify their limbs.
It often closes distance so the opponent struggles to use arms and legs effectively.
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Close The Distance With Inside Control
Use inside channel strategies like underhooks and butterfly head placement to get tight and control distance.
This approach is efficient and reduces energy expenditure while negating larger opponents' strength.
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Leverage Decides Which Channel Works
Inside and outside channel control can both be valid depending on who has better body leverage.
Small differences like underhook versus whizzer change which person controls the angle and leverage.
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In this week's mini-episode we discuss two important and related concepts: inside channel control and outside channel control. Inside channel control refers to taking the inside route around your opponent's weapons, such as going under or between their legs as you'd do with X guard. Outside channel control refers to taking the outside route around your opponent's weapons, such as outside hook / de la Riva guard, closed guard, and matrix back takes.
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