What is pulling guard?

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Pulling guard means intentionally going to your back and establishing guard rather than wrestling for a takedown. It is legal in BJJ competition and common among guard players. Critics say it avoids the standing phase; supporters say it gets to their strongest position quickly. In self-defense, pulling guard is generally inadvisable.

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