July 6, 2022,
Recently we read the contents of an article written by our associates at FCI Women’s Wrestling, where they reviewed a match in Europe between two female wrestlers of different sizes. At first glance, you would think the much larger wrestler would have an advantage but the fact that her smaller opponent was schooled in MMA chokes, the smaller girl took the taller one to school over and over in an impressive domination victory.
The MMA chokes that she applied made all of the difference.
A stronger wrestler can pull apart attempted arm bars and body scissors but when an effective MMA choke is applied, there is not much you can do but tap out.
Let’s review three of them.
The rear naked choke (RNC) is a chokehold in martial arts applied from behind an opponent's back.
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The choke has two variations. In one version, the attacker's arm encircles the opponent's neck and then grabs their own biceps on the other arm. In the second version, the attacker clasps their hands together instead after encircling the opponent's neck.
Recent studies have shown that the rear-naked choke takes an average of 8.9 seconds to render an opponent unconscious regardless of the grip that is used.
The guillotine choke, also known as the "front naked choke", in judo, is a chokehold in martial arts applied from in front of the opponent, often on the ground but can also be done while standing.
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The choke involves using the arms to encircle the opponent's neck in a fashion similar to a guillotine.
The technique is either a type of tracheal compression restraint that prevents air flow to the lungs, or a blood choke depending on how and where pressure is applied, the trachea versus arteries respectively.
It can be applied both standing and from the ground, and can be used as a defense against a double leg takedown.
When executed from the ground, the person applying it will try to control the opponent by the hips, for instance using a closed guard.
This is done to prevent the opponent from escaping the hold, and to be able to apply additional pressure by extending the hips. It is a very effective maneuver when performed correctly.
A triangle choke, is a type of figure-four chokehold that encircles the opponent's neck and one arm with the legs in a configuration similar to the shape of a triangle.
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Applying pressure using both legs and the opponent's own shoulder, the technique is a type of lateral vascular restraint that constricts the blood flow from the carotid arteries to the brain, potentially resulting in loss of consciousness in seconds when applied correctly.
Recent studies have shown that the triangle choke takes an average of 9.5 seconds to render an opponent unconscious from the moment it is properly applied.
As you can see, taking a little longer than the rear naked choke.
There you have it. Those are the big three.
In our experience, the rear naked choke is by far the most effective in obtaining submissions.
As a newer female wrestler, if you learn these chokes, along with mastering the basic headlock, the level of effectiveness in your wrestling game with increase dramatically.
We always love the second opinion of experts, so let’s walk over to the book and video store where you can learn from one of the best.
The Choke Encyclopedia by Deborah Gracie
4th Generation Gracie Family Member and Black Belt Deborah Gracie Reveals Her Devastating Arsenal of Effective Chokes
“Deborah Gracie has been training since she was toddler, coming up under the watchful eye of some of the Gracie Family’s most revered names, and receiving her black belt in 2015
Deborah’s uncle Helio Gracie is often quoted as saying there are NO tough guys when it comes to chokes and Deborah has assembled an entire library of choking methods that will give your opponents no choice but to tap or face the nap
Learn chokes from EVERYWHERE as Gracie shows signature attacks from side control, closed guard, the back, mount, and turtle, to give you a full range of attacking options from multiple positions
Combine multiple attacks to up your submission rate as Gracie provides the perfect submission pairings for you to develop an even more dangerous game
Master classic attacks like the loop choke, cross collar choke, ezekiel, and the paper cutter, with exceptional details from a long time BJJ practitioner
Get the scoop on some of Gracie’s most relied upon techniques like the helicopter choke, shaving choke, the chainsaw, and much more as you recruit new and dangerous skills that will supercharge your submission game.”
Extremely impressive. We have read much about the Gracie family over the years and they have been very innovative and incredibly successful in their approach to the MMA game.
One more.
Just Chokes by Joel Bouhey
Master A Complete Guide to An Entire Arsenal Of High percentage Gi and No Gi Chokes with Acclaimed BJJ Black Belt Instructor Joel Bouhey
“Widely respected BJJ Black Belt instructor Joel Bouehy will revolutionize your ability to set up and finish an entire library of chokes from multiple positions to help you create a more dangerous submission game
Learn gi and no gi variations of high percentage chokes including the guillotine, north south choke, brabo, baseball bat choke, and more with signature key details and secret tips from a high-level instructor and seasoned competitor
A Black Belt under Luis Heredia, Bouhey is known for his unique style and BJJ innovations like the “Falcon Guard” that beginners and advanced practitioners alike have added successfully to their games with fantastic results.”
If you take the time to read up on the various chokes, while you learn them, perhaps at a Dojo, it should make the transition from your basic wrestling game to a far more effective one.
In all of the thousands of videos that FCI has reviewed, effectively applying the various chokes is by far the greatest match changer, designed to have your arms lifted in the winner’s circle.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guillotine_choke
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triangle_choke
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