Pressure
Pressure is the use of body weight, alignment, timing, and connection to make a partner carry more load, lose comfort, and have less room to move.
Quick definition
Pressure is the use of body weight, alignment, timing, and connection to make a partner carry more load, lose comfort, and have less room to move.
Beginner translation
Pressure is not just being heavy. It is being connected in a way that makes your partner feel stuck and tired.
Why it matters
Pressure is the use of body weight, alignment, timing, and connection to make a partner carry more load, lose comfort, and have less room to move.
What beginners should know
A common mistake with pressure is using it passively instead of with structure and timing.
Common class phrases
- You see pressure in chest-to-chest control
- pinning exchanges
- side control
- and guard passing
Beginner Safety Cue
Safety cue: Move with control and communicate early while training pressure.
FAQ
Is pressure just about bodyweight?
No. Alignment, timing, and connection matter as much as raw weight.
Can too much force hurt pressure?
Yes. Forced pressure burns energy and often creates openings for escapes.
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