Body Lock Flow

Body lock entries from half guard. Establishing body lock control and transitioning to cross-face underhook positions. Quick reference for common sequences.

Flow outline

  1. Body Lock

    • Body lock position - controlling opp's torso with arms wrapped around

  2. Body Lock Entry 1

    • Once set, if it shows up, first entry method to body lock from half guard. grip details and setup

  3. Body Lock Grip From Half Guard 1

    • From here, usually specific grip variation from half guard leading to body lock

  4. Unable To Insert Left Butterfly Hook

    • Key detail: most of the time situation where left butterfly hook can't be inserted. need alternative options

  5. Cross-Face Underhook 1

    • If they frame, quick note: first cross-face underhook option when butterfly hook fails

  6. Cross-Face Underhook 2

    • Usually Second cross-face underhook variation from failed butterfly. Switch if it stalls

  7. Cross-Face Underhook 3

    • If they frame, third cross-face underhook option (note: typo in original 'underhok'). timing beats strength

  8. Cross-Face Underhook 4

    • Key detail: from here, fourth cross-face underhook variation from position. angle matters

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