Back Control - Posture
Turi Altavilla lends his body for the back control.
I have never seen anyone trying to bridge in this fashion. Toes and knees
are pointing outwards, which does not allow for a powerful thrust of the
hips and the knees are too far apart. See how many different ways the
arrows are pointing.
Yet, it is very common to see people applying the hooks this way. The
same principle applies here. Notice the pressure is applied with the outside
part of the feet. The knees are too wide which give Turi enough to be
comfortable. Also, in arching the back in this position, Silverado would
have to lift the opponent's body.
If we use proper posture not only is it more comfortable it is also more
powerful. The arrows point in fewer directions than previously and one
can thrust the hips forward/upward more easily
Once the hooks are in, heels pressing against Turi's thighs, knees squeezing
his body and hips pushing against his back, it is time for Silverado to
arch his back. By rotating to one side you do not have to lift the opponent's
body. You are simply pushing the hips forward while pulling the upper
torso and the legs backward. Remember, it is very hard to lift a car off
the ground, but much easier to push it forward
Keep on Training!
