"50/50 Guard" : Innovation ?
61"50/50 Guard" ?
The "50/50 Guard" is actually a Russian Sambo position.
Lower Body Positional Fighting
The latest development in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, the "50/50 Guard" has sparked quite a debate. The position has proponents both for and against it. This advancement in BJJ is actually a lower half submission fighting position from the Russian art of Sambo.
Check out the links below to learn more about the position and Sambo.
Learn about the "50/50 Guard"
- http://www.no-gi-grappling.com/leg-locks-5050guard.html
Leg Locks are some of the most devestating submissions for no-gi grappling. In this video Chico Mendes demonstrates a submission from the 50/50 guard...
- http://www.no-gi-grappling.com/leg-locks-x-guard-5050.html
Leg Locks are some of the most devestating submissions for no-gi grappling. Here Ryan Hall demonstrates the 50/50 guard....
