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• Archive: Dean Lister - Foot Lock Machine Dean talks about how he began grappling in sambo and wrestling before getting hooked into jiu jitsu and that he has always been most fascinated by the submission aspect of the sport.
• He shares his philosophy on jiu jitsu and reflects on how the sport has changed throughout his grappling career.
• The sport had a greater emphasis on submissions and self defense when he had first started but has evolved over the years to adapt to the point system of modern jiu jitsu competitions.
• Dean demonstrates a toehold submission from the top half guard that can be used on your opponent when they have their legs triangled and are trying to stall the match.
• This submission works better when your opponent has their legs closed in a triangle as they may recover their guard altogether if you go for the submission when their legs are not tied up.