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Two men training on the mat, one in a white gi passing on top and the man underneath in a black gi on his side, gripping his arm

Owners' call

Keep one shoulder off the ground

By Machado Method · September 1, 2026 · 1 min read

An owner asked about bigger, stronger partners who roll right over you from half guard.

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