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Arm Drag to Back

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Video: The Arm Drag | Wrestling Moves by Iron Faith Wrestling. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.

Technique recap

The arm drag yanks the opponent's arm across their body to create an angle to their back.

3 key details

  • Two-on-one grip on the wrist and triceps.
  • Pull across as you step to the angle.
  • Hip in and take the waist.

Your 10-minute home drill

  1. 2:00Grip fighting
  2. 3:00Drag and step
  3. 3:00Drag to rear lock
  4. 2:00Stretch
Safety

Partners give a relaxed arm; no yanking.

Instructor disclaimer

Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.

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