Alias · Leg Locks
Figure-Four Footlock
Also known as Toe Hold — the canonical term used on this site.
Training background: Describes the grip configuration
Descriptive — figure-four grip toe hold
Figure-Four Footlock is the descriptive name for the toe hold — flagging the figure-four grip configuration on the foot that defines the submission’s mechanical geometry.
Etymology. “Figure-Four” specifies the grip geometry; “Footlock” attaches the foot-submission category. The compound predominates in instructional vocabulary that emphasises the grip-and-target combination.
Mechanics. The figure-four grip on the toes rotates the foot against its natural range — the ankle and subtalar joints load against the rotation force.
Cross-reference. “Toehold” and “Reverse Ankle Lock” are alternate names. Full mechanical coverage on Toe Hold.