top position
Turtle (Top)
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Position notes
You're on top. You are on top of an opponent who has assumed the turtle position (all fours, elbows tucked).
You are on top of an opponent who has assumed the turtle position (all fours, elbows tucked). From turtle top you work to break them down, insert hooks for back control, or attack with clock chokes, front headlock submissions, and turnovers. Patience and heavy hips are key.
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