Armpit-Hip Space

​Controlling the space between your opponent’s hip and armpit and separating their elbow from their knee will make your life much easier. When we place parts of our body in this space it allows us better pressure and control. People are stronger with their limbs closer to their torso. The more separation I can make between their limbs and their body, the easier grappling gets for me. Even just by making a gap with my hand or forearm I can wedge my way to better control. The more I can unravel the ball the better access I will have to the things I want.