Pin down the sport of wrestling
In this plain-English guide, author and 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist Henry Cejudo explains the different movements of wrestling with step-by-step explanations and ways to score making this ancient and captivating sport accessible to beginning and advanced competitors, coaches, confused parents, and fans.
Wrestling 101 get an overview of the sport, from the different styles of wrestling to the equipment you need before you hit the mat
Know the score find out what happens during a match, what the referee does, and how you can score points
Bust a move discover expert secrets to do escapes, reversals, takedowns, and pinning combinations like a pro
Behind the scenes grasp the physical and mental preparation needed to be a successful wrestler, both on and off the mat
Open the book and find:
Age and weight categories
Wrestling styles, rules, and scoring
Step-by-step photographs that illustrate the moves and techniques
Ways to keep healthy, safe, and in shape
The ins and outs of competition
Tips on wrestling in the right mindset
Advice for coaches and parents
Drills you can incorporate into your practice
Learn to:
Understand the rules of wrestling
Grasp how points are scored
Physically and mentally prepare to be a fierce competitor
Master basic techniques and movements
Wrestling is a fast-paced sport with many technicalities, rules, and ways to score points—making it difficult for spectators to follow the score and understand whistles and restarts. In Wrestling For Dummies, author and 2008 Olympic Gold medalist Henry Cejudo explains the scoring system and unique rules of wrestling to new competitors, confused parents, and fans of this ancient and captivating sport.
Wrestling For Dummies also explains the rich history of the sport and covers the six styles of competitive wrestling and their distinction from the modern entertainment-based "pro wrestling."
Covers Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling Plain-English explanations of wrestling rules Details the history of wrestlingWhether you're just getting started as a wrestler or enjoy it as a spectator sport, Wresting For Dummies makes this sport accessible and easy to understand.