What is a lockdown in BJJ?

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The lockdown is a half guard control where you triangle your legs around your opponent's trapped leg and hook their foot. It immobilizes their leg and prevents them from passing. The lockdown sets up sweeps like the electric chair and old school. It is a staple of the 10th Planet system.

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