Setting up the Clock
Choke - Part 2
Silverado and Matt
Salinas
Besides the opponent's lack of cooperation, it is hard to quickly and
effectively grab hold of both collars. Observing Part I's posture, control
your opponent's arms.
When he moves his arm, grab his far collar just under his collarbone
with your overhand (in this case the left hand) pulling it open. Feed
the collar to the other hand, grabbing it as deep as it is comfortable
to you. Remember, too deep a hold and you may end up twisting your own
wrist.
If you let go with the left hand, it is a guess game as to which side
of the collar you will be grabing. Notice how the right hand pulls the
collar tight covering the other side, making it difficult to find.
Here is how to avoid the situation above. When feeding the collar to the
right hand, keep holding the far collar with three fingers. Prepare your
thumb and index finger to "find" the other collar.
A step ahead it is clear that grabbing the other collar is not going
to be so hard, when the first collar is out of the way.
Once in control, the three fingers release the first collar for a full
and strong grip on the far collar.
Here you have it. Full control of the choke. Now just choose your favorite
variation of the clock choke and make him tap!!
Keep on Training!
