There are situations where, if your opponent is defending correctly, you may want to voluntarily switch from back control on the strong side to the weak side. For you to make this transition, you’ll have to move your underhook to the other side, change your head positioning, and hip-escape to ensure that you have optimal control.
The grips you choose, once you have the back, will determine the level of control you maintain and the types of attacks you can employ. The seatbelt grip offers you the best combination of control and offensive ability. More specifically, cross-grips should be at the top of your grip hierarchy.
The rear-naked choke/strangle is probably the most famous (and most successful) submission in grappling. However, it’s important to distinguish between strangles and chokes. A strangle attacks the carotid arteries, whereas a choke attacks the windpipe. Here are the details on when and how to use ...
