You use your hands as a base of support every day – why not use your head as well? Most beginning Jiu jitsu students instinctively use their hands as a base of support and post them on the mat to preserve their balance as they grapple. Don't forget however, that your HEAD (in particular your forehead) is your third hand – and can also be used to post on the mat to preserve your balance. Always remember, if you use your head to post on the mat instead of a hand, one of your hands will now be free to perform other tasks. This works particularly well in half guard passing where an extra hand can greatly facilitate passing tough opponents. next time you step on the mats remember that in everyday life you have two hands – but in Jiu jitsu you have three
