Cut Back

Words I Like – "You have to get used to the idea of carrying and managing your opponent's body weight." – John Danaher

Outlier Mat Minute: Cut Back
The cut back is an excellent way to finish a single leg takedown, manage your opponent’s body weight, or switch to a double leg takedown.

1. Cut Back Finish

   • Cut back to complete the takedown.

     • Example 1: View Footage

2. Cut Back to Build Base

   • When you're on your knees with a single leg, your opponent’s weight can feel overwhelming. Use the cut back to off-balance them and create an opportunity to stand up.

     • Example 1: View Footage

     • Example 2: View Footage

3. Cut Back to Double Leg

   • The cut back can also give you access to your opponent's secondary leg

     • Example 1: View Footage

     • Example 2: View Footage

As promised, jiu-jitsu insights in under 1 minute!

P.S. A cut back doesn’t have to result in a takedown to be successful. Simply off-balancing your opponent is a win. Adopting this mindset for all techniques has made a huge difference in my training!