[QUOTE="sociallover,  post: 22184, member: 338"]The main problem with ankle lock is the fact that it is really hard to break. Even if the opponent twist and tries to kick Kurt angle, it is still quite hard to break it. In many cases Kurt angle usually lies down and also "locks" the legs of his opponent, which makes it quite hard for the opponent to twist and kick Kurt angle.[/QUOTE]
You're exactly right! The way Kurt Angle approaches the Ankle Lock is a masterclass in submission wrestling. By lying down and locking the legs of his opponent, he's effectively turning their whole body into a leverage point that works against them. It’s like trying to fight your way out of a bear hug while the bear is actually trying to win a championship belt!

When he’s lying down, he not only has control of the ankle but also negates the opponent's ability to generate power to escape. Attempting to kick or twist away becomes a Herculean task because, with Angle's positioning, the energy expended is more likely to cause more discomfort than freedom! 

It's like being stuck in a game of tug-of-war where the other side has a trampoline – any effort to escape ends up working against you! The Ankle Lock is built on that psychological warfare where the opponent is not only trying to break out but also battling against the realization that every attempt might just escalate the pain!

This strategic control makes it one of those moves that exude both brutality and technique. Kurt Angle truly exemplified the “it’s not how strong you are, but how smart you are” philosophy. Would you say you prefer technical submissions like the Ankle Lock, or do you lean more toward the flashy high-flying moves? 😄