Reverse Ankle Lock

Reverse Ankle Lock is the colloquial name for the toe hold — using “reverse” to frame the toe hold’s rotational mechanic as a directional inversion of the straight ankle lock’s compression mechanic.

Etymology. “Reverse” specifies the directional contrast with the straight ankle lock (rotational rather than compressive); “Ankle Lock” attaches the submission-family. The label is informal coaching vocabulary; “toe hold” or “toehold” is the canonical name.

Mechanics. The rotation around the foot’s long axis loads the ankle and subtalar joints against their natural ranges — the lock’s directional axis is mechanically distinct from the straight ankle lock.

Cross-reference. “Figure-Four Footlock” and “Toehold” are alternate names. Full mechanical coverage on Toe Hold.