Recovery From Chokes & Strangles - Grapplearts
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If you practice chokes and strangles long enough you will eventually choke someone partially or fully unconscious – because some strangles are not very painful people can even go unconscious without realizing it. This is not an inherently dangerous situation so long as you follow a few safety precautions. The first time I saw someone strangled fully unconscious it was frightening. A competitor at a local tournament was being strangled and resisted tapping a little bit too long. At first he just lay there unresponsive. Then he emitted a very loud snoring/gurgling sound. Then he started to shake and quiver as if he was having a ‘gentle’ epileptic seizure. Finally he awoke, looking somewhat sheepish and embarrassed. The whole thing took about 10 seconds, but seemed a lot longer to me. Now not everyone who gets » Continue Reading.
Troubleshooting the Triangle Choke ••••••••••••••••••••••• One of the powerful strangles in grappling is the triangle. The intention is to compress your, By Doctor Kickass
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The Jiu-jitsu choke that puts more people to sleep than any other strangle.
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Sean Entin and life after the 'choke' - ESPN
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How to Get Out of a Rear Choke Hold - Athlon Outdoors
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How Dangerous Is Being Choked Out? Plus The Difference Between Strangle and Chokehold
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Neck choke hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy
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