You know the saying: “Offense is sometimes the best defense.” And, well, the same holds true in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – because sometimes you’ll have an opportunity to counter the opponent’s attack with a threat of your own, instead of merely escaping theirs.
For example, if someone goes to Armbar you, then there’s a good likelihood you’ll be able to set up a Leg Lock!
John Danaher shows how to counter an Armbar threat with a Leg Lock…
And explains the philosophy behind it, which you’ll find incredibly useful:
Sloth Jiu-Jitsu: you can be slow and unathletic and still kick butt in Jiu-Jitsu.