What is the fundamental principle for escaping from the bottom mount position?

The fundamental principle for escaping from the bottom mount position is creating space and disrupting the opponent's balance. The mount position is dominant because it allows the opponent to control your movement and deliver strikes effectively. To escape, you need to create space to move and regain a more advantageous position. This can be achieved by using bridging and shrimping movements to elevate the opponent and create an opening. Simultaneously, disrupting the opponent's balance makes it harder for them to maintain the mount. This can be done by bucking (a strong upward thrust of the hips), pushing on their hips or shoulders, or using your legs to create instability. For example, a common escape is the 'Upa' escape, where you bridge strongly while hooking one of the opponent's legs, disrupting their balance and allowing you to roll them over and reverse the position. Without creating space and disrupting balance, the opponent will maintain control, limiting your ability to escape.