The hip heist drill is maybe the number one skill that will determine an athlete’s success in escaping from the bottom position. The hip heist will present itself over and over again when trying to escape from bottom. Whether you’re looking to change over or cutting out on a stand up, this motion will be necessary.
Alternatives to The Hip Heist Drill
In addition to the hip heist drill, athletes should work on escaping from the bottom position with the stand up, the change over, and learning how to defend the chop and jam.