If you find yourself in a bottom mount position, what is an effective escape method?

When in a bottom mount position, employing the bump and roll technique is highly effective for escaping. This method involves using your hips to create momentum by bumping upward against your opponent, which helps create space. As you do this, you can simultaneously roll to one side, ideally allowing you to escape from under the mount and possibly transition into a more advantageous position, such as guard or even reversing the position altogether.

The bump alone helps disrupt your opponent's balance and control, making it harder for them to maintain their position as you initiate the roll. This technique leverages body mechanics effectively, enabling you to turn the disadvantage of being mounted into an opportunity for escape.

Other tactics, while potentially useful, might not provide the same level of immediate effectiveness when it comes to making space and countering the opponent's weight and control in the mount.