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Groundfighting

While Krav Maga does not emphasize many grappling or submission moves, the
rear headlock (also called a “carotid choke” or “rear naked choke”) is good to
know. You may need to use it, and it is always good to attack properly when your
partner is learning to defend. The basic points here apply whether you are on

top or bottom from behind.

STARTING POSITION: On your back, with the attacker on top of you but
with his back to you.

1. Wrap your legs around his body and dig your heels into his thighs just below
the groin. This is known as getting your “hooks” in; the position makes it
difficult for the attacker to perform an escape. Wrap your right arm around his
neck so that his throat is in the crook of your elbow.