1-800-BJJ-HELP #167 Defending 50/50 and Outside Ashi
Dec 28, 2025
Jake Luigi, a BJJ coach and content creator focused on technical analysis, joins to explore the nuances of leg entanglements. He discusses defending outside ashi and 50/50 from both standing and seated positions. Jake shares strategies like pushing feet off hips, using K-guard for control, and transitioning out of 50/50 attacks. He emphasizes the importance of connection in counterattacks and highlights drills to enhance training. This conversation is packed with practical tips for grapplers eager to elevate their game!
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Use Your Feet To Smash Entries
- Push your feet into their hips and drive them backwards to stop outside ashi entries.
- Be heavy with your feet so they can't build height or remove your connection.
Separate Feet Then Pummel Inside
- From 50/50 push the attacking foot away and pummel your other knee back inside.
- Convert into a K-guard-like inside position to neutralize their control.
Reap Over Chest To Build Height
- Defend outside ashi by reaping your second leg across their chest to build height and grip-fight.
- Thread your foot under their arm or sit back to secure a safer position and counterattack.