1. Unlawful Hold in Judo
Do-jime is the thirteenth holding tactic in judo that is illegal according to the rules of fair play in the sport. The do-jime involves putting your opponent in a chokehold around the waist. It can knock the wind out the person and can be dangerous. You will have points removed from your total and the match could be ended, especially if the opponent suffers any ill effects from the move.
2. Ancient Background
Judo, which translated means gentle ways, was patterned after the ancient Japanese fighting form called Jujitsu. While employing the throws and moves of the fighting martial arts program, Judo also incorporates mental and spiritual components. These additional techniques serve to maintain the fighter's inner focus and balance, while helping to psyche out the opponent with mental games.
3. Defense Only
The mental training in Judo teaches the student to back away from an opponent and let him beat himself. Unlike the brute force techniques used in other fighting sports, Judo relies on leverage. Perfect timing and awareness of the opponent's strengths and weaknesses can be a much more powerful tool against muscle-bound bullying. While Judo masters stress physical discipline and are as fit as any other athlete, they also demand an intellectual training period, backed up with spiritual practices to define the whole athlete.
4. Mixed Messages
When martial artists compete in mixed martial arts games, the rules can get fuzzy. The do-jime in wrestling is a common move done with the legs in a scissor-hold. In any kind of grappling sport, the person who is in the waist hold position has the challenge of turning the situation around and becoming the holder. When Judo practitioners compete in mixed tournaments, they avoid this kind of combat because of their training. Other competitors who do not adhere to the same principles often are confused by the reluctance of the judo competitor and will try their hardest to get the opponent in a do-jime.
5. A Painful Experience
A do-jime can be very painful. It is considered unsportsmanlike. Once do-jime is committed, it turns the match into more of a wrestling match or street fight and does not respect the focus of the players. If you are a judo proponent and do not train to receive or give a do-jime, then you should prepare for the move if you plan on competing in mixed games. Work to strengthen your abdomen and your lower back. The core muscles can be tightened to protect your respiration. Agility and flexibility also will come in handy as you remove yourself from the hold.
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