@taptheorybjj: Some guards feel like a position. Others feel like you accidentally walked into a trap you’re never getting out of 😭 Here’s my ranking from easiest to absolute hell: 5. Quarter Guard — 2/10 Can be annoying, but you’re literally right there. Control the position and free the trapped foot. 4. Closed Guard — 5/10 Locked into position, constant grip fighting… pro tip: just stand up 😉 3. De La Riva — 7/10 Your lead leg isn’t really yours anymore. Distance, balance, angle, and back exposure all become problems. 2. X-Guard — 8.5/10 Your base is basically on borrowed time. Before you can even think about passing, you have to stop yourself from getting swept. 1. Spider Lasso — 10/10 Your arm is trapped. Their legs are framing and redirecting you. Every time you think you’re finally untangled, there’s another problem. Welcome to absolute hell. Obviously, the person playing the guard matters—but I’m taking Spider Lasso at number one and I’m standing on it 😂 What guard is the biggest nightmare for you to pass? Train your passing decisions with TapTheory — BJJ IQ Sparring App. Available on iOS & Android. #bjj #jiujitsu #submissiongrappling #bjjtraining #bjjtips

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