An idiom describing a distinct form of Physical Leveraging - created by utilizing a part of the body as the lever component of a leveraging action.

Comments:

Body Levers are classified as a method of contouring because they specifically use the natural shape of the body to create a lever for a Physical Leveraging action.

The lever can be any part of any body in one's environment and is not limited to an opponent's body.

See fulcrum, lever, leverage, and Physical Leveraging for more information on this general subject.

Example(s):

Applying an elbow lock to the back of an opponent's arm is an example of using the opponent's arm as a Body Lever.

Synonym(s):

Fulcrum

Related Definition(s):

Contour, Disturb, Fulcrum, Lever, Leverage,

Related Term(s):

Angle of Disturbance, Body Fulcrum, Body Leverage, Leverage Point, Method of Disturbance