### Bicep Slicer **Introduction:** The bicep slicer, also known as a bicep crusher or bicep lock, is a compression lock and can be a highly effective submission in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu if performed correctly. The technique targets the muscles of the upper arm and the elbow joint by pressing the forearm against the attacker's leg or arm. ### Possible Positions: The bicep slicer can be attempted from several positions, including: - **Closed Guard** - **Half Guard** ### Step-by-step Instructions: (From Closed Guard) 1. **Initial Position:** - Begin in the closed guard position with your legs wrapped around your opponent's waist. - Control your opponent's wrist on one side, aiming to trap their arm. 2. **Breaking Posture:** - Use your body weight and leverage by pulling their wrist and pushing their elbow to break their posture if necessary. - Simultaneously angle your body slightly to one side to create space for the next step. 3. **Arm Capture:** - Insert your opposite hand underneath their trapped arm and secure it in the crook of your elbow, ensuring that their forearm rests on your shoulder. - Lock your hands together using the gable grip (one palm over the back of the other hand), keeping the trapped arm compressed. 4. **Hip Movement and Leg Positioning:** - Keep control of your opponent's wrist with your locked grip. - Swing your legs up by lifting your hips. Shift one leg higher to the outside of their trapped arm, aiming to clear their shoulder. - Rotate your body further, so your shin is across their bicep. 5. **Creating Pressure:** - Once your legs are in position, begin to squeeze your knees together around their arm. This augments the compression on their bicep and increases its effectiveness. - Simultaneously, draw their trapped hand toward their opposite shoulder as if you're executing an Americana lock. This action tightens the hold. 6. **Finish the Submission:** - To finish, position your foot over their wrist to prevent their arm from escaping. - Apply pressure gradually by compressing your knees and pulling with your arms until your opponent taps. ### Safety and Precautions: - Applying gradual pressure is crucial, as this submission can cause intense pain and potential injury. - Practice with control and awareness of your partner's limits to avoid accidental harm.