Sankaku
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Sankaku (さんかく)
Sankaku (さんかく) translates to "triangle" in English. In Judo, this term is often used in the context of techniques that involve triangular shapes or positions.
Examples in Judo
Sankaku Jime (三角絞め)
This is a triangle choke, a submission technique where the legs are used to form a triangle around the opponent's neck and one arm, cutting off blood flow to the brain.
Here is an example of one way to execute a Sankaku Jime:
Sankaku Gatame (三角固め)
This is a triangle hold, where the practitioner uses their legs to trap the opponent's arm and neck in a triangular position, immobilizing them.
Here is an example of one way to execute a Sankaku Gatame:
These techniques are fundamental in Judo and are highly effective in both competition and self-defense scenarios.