Toehold

Toehold is the closed-form orthographic name for the toe hold — the figure-four-grip foot rotation submission that loads the ankle and subtalar joints past safe range.

Etymology. “Toehold” closes “toe hold” into a single word; both orthographic forms appear in instructional vocabulary. The closed form predominates in modern published material.

Mechanics. The figure-four grip rotates the foot at the toes — the rotational load reaches the ankle structures rapidly.

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