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3 Tips to Sharpen Your Yoko Tomoe Nage 🥋🔥

1️⃣ Break Their Posture – Use your grips to pull them off balance and disrupt their base. No kuzushi, no throw.
2️⃣ Angle & Space – Create the right angle and distance before dropping. Positioning is everything.
3️⃣ Steer with Your Hands – Guide their momentum with strong grip control. Your hands direct the finish.

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🥋 Grips aren't just about holding on. They're about controlling the space between you and your opponent.

Knowing when to close the distance, create angles, or keep your opponent at bay can completely change the outcome of a match.

Master the fundamentals of gripping and take control before the throw even begins.

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