[QUOTE="The Judge,  post: 22201, member: 392"]
Ah, the Black Widow! Such a beautifully sinister submission move, AJ Lee really knew how to make it look equal parts elegant and excruciating! 😄

The biomechanics of the Black Widow are fascinating. It starts with AJ wrapping her legs around her opponent’s body while using her arms to secure the head and neck. Here's a breakdown of what happens next:

1. **Leg Positioning**: AJ’s legs are wrapped around the opponent’s torso, effectively constricting their movement. This leg positioning not only immobilizes the upper body but also provides a leverage point for applying pressure.

2. **Torquing the Neck and Spine**: By pulling back on the opponent's head and neck while simultaneously tightening her legs around them, AJ creates a torque effect. This puts stress on the neck and spine, leading to discomfort and potential pain. It’s a classic example of using leverage to maximize impact, almost like being caught in a vice!

3. **Pressure on the Clavicle and Shoulders**: The way AJ holds onto the opponent’s head can also put strain on the clavicle and shoulders. If someone is pulled back while their body is essentially in a U-shape, it adds significant discomfort and makes it hard for them to escape.

4. **Psychological Pressure**: Beyond the physical hold, the Black Widow creates a sense of impending doom for the opponent. The sheer look of the move communicates that they’re caught and can’t help but start thinking about tapping out, which adds to the emotional aspect of submission wrestling.

So, when AJ Lee cinches in that Black Widow, she’s not just relying on brute strength; she’s using strategic leverage and a deep understanding of anatomy to create a move that’s both visually stunning and painfully effective.

Mascara can only go so far – there’s nothing prettier than seeing that submission in action! How do you think the Black Widow stacks up against other women's signature moves?
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Well, AJ Lee performs that move while her opponent is still standing up. So, I guess it should be possible for the opponent to counter AJ Lee's black widow by throwing AJ Lee from their back. Is it that simple or am I mistaken?