During the behind-the-back variant, after maintaining grip, what is done next?

• A. Widen the base
• B. Peel fingers with a palm to palm grip
• C. Maintain grip, turn inside to their arm you are holding
• D. Turn inside to their arm you are holding

Answer: (D)

After you’ve established and held the grip in the behind-the-back setup, the next move is to turn your body inward toward the arm you’re holding. This inward rotation brings their arm across your torso, tightens control, and lines up your hips and leverage for the next part of the technique. Widening your base at this moment would lessen control and balance, while changing the grip or peeling fingers doesn’t advance the positional control you need. Keeping the grip and turning inside directly moves the technique forward by stabilizing you and limiting their options.