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This Beginner BJJ Mistake Gets You Armbarred

This Beginner BJJ Mistake Gets You Armbarred

From Grapple Lab Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

October 8, 2026

One of the most common beginner mistakes in BJJ is trying to bench press your opponent off when they have mount.

Andrew explains why extending your arms can get you caught in an armbar — and what you should be thinking about instead.

Of course, in Jiu-Jitsu there’s an exception to every rule… especially when there’s a massive size difference 😂

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