The Art of Joint Locking
The Art of Joint Locking

Author: Arlo Welty

Publisher: Turtle Press, U.S.

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781938585128

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This is a diverse collection of Hapkido joint locks targeting the major joints of the human body. In addition to demonstrating a wide variety of practical, effective locking techniques, Arlo Welty teaches you simple joint lock defences to escape common locks, key wrist stretches and the correct use of footwork. He also explains and illustrates the United States Hapkido Federation's Twenty Directions of Response, the underlying principles for the locks taught in this book. Learn how to efficiently apply joint locks from the same side or cross grip positions, using the same hand as your opponent or switching hands. This incredibly versatile system is an essential component of mastering Hapkido joint locks. Finally, put your skills together to practice joint lock flows and weapon flows, combinations that naturally flow from one lock to another until you have secured a crippling hold on your assailant. Includes locks that target an assailants: Wrist; Thumb; Fingers; Elbow; Shoulder; Head; Neck; Hip; Knee; Ankle.

Anatomical Study of Jiu Jitsu Joint Locks
Anatomical Study of Jiu Jitsu Joint Locks

Author: Assaf Siani

Publisher:

Published: 2021-02-12

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13:

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Have you ever wondered what joints the kimura lock manipulates? Although many believe it's simply a shoulder lock, how many times have you witnessed a horrific elbow injury caused by a kimura lock? What about the Americana lock, is it an elbow lock or shoulder lock? What damage does a heel hook cause and why is it such a devastating submission? Did you know that an "innocent" looking toe hold might actually be a variation of heel hook in terms of effect on the body? And what exactly is the difference between a joint lock and a crank?Anatomical Study of Jiu Jitsu Joint Locks answers all these questions and many more. Everything from explaining why different submissions work - all explained in an anatomical point of view. This book summarizes many of the basic joint locks submissions as well as give an in-depth explanation on the anatomical structure that restricts the range of motion of each joint and how it is utilized as a submission hold. If you are an instructor of the beautiful art of jiu jitsu, this book will enrich your knowledge and will help you in teaching joint locks to students. If you are an avid practitioner or competitor this book will widen your knowledge and improve your understanding of how joint locks truly work as well as why they work.