Q&A for How to Wrestle

To execute a bear hug in wrestling, start by wrapping your arms securely around your opponent's body, similar to giving a tight hug. However, it's crucial to remain cautious, as this maneuver leaves you vulnerable to punches. Avoid extending your arms or opening your hands wide to grab or hug your opponent, as this could expose you to strikes. Instead, maintain a protective stance and ensure you have the right angle to minimize the risk of getting punched. Be mindful of your head positioning relative to your opponent's punches to execute the bearhug safely and effectively.

You can try bridging, having your body look like an upside-down U. You could also keep driving if you shot on them. If you're in ref's position [bottom], you can try a sitout, a standup, or a switch. If you are flat on your stomach, defend the half, and get back to base. Once you do this, try the moves mentioned above.

Yes. You can start at almost any age. You just have to find out how and where.

You should keep practicing, and asking older wrestlers for advice.

Just don't think about his gender. It doesn't necessarily mean he is the better wrestler. If you are uncomfortable, though, you could join a women's wrestling club.

Yes, and clubs are a good place to learn, as there will be people with higher skill levels you can learn from.

Tell him you feel that he isn't pushing you enough. Also, take matters into your own hand. Workout on your own and invite teammates to work out with you. At practice, push your teammates. When lifting weight, push them to add more weight, if you think they can do that much weight. But remember, don't be a bully. Encourage them. Use constructive criticism.

You could, but make sure the surgery doesn't have long term effects (such as random throbs, soreness, etc.). If you're not experiencing such issues, then you can join. You may need a medical record to prove you are fit to join.

Sure! Find a local club, sign up, and learn. Wrestling takes a lot of practice to master, but it's very easy to start.

Just as you wrestle to win in every other match, this one is no different. Don't let your preconceived notions about gender scare yourself out of a match. It's not the 1800s where women were conceived of as dainty little flowers. Support gender equality and just wrestle!

Push your hips up (bridge) and roll backwards over your opponent if possible. If not, then pull your top arm out and push down on the mat to bring yourself up and then complete the above. This isn't the only way, but it's the most common.

You always want to be on top of your opponent. If you are underneath him, he will most likely pin you or "turn" you.

The best thing you can do is try to use a pin on them. Practice a variety of pins and use those to take your opponent down. If possible, grab their leg when they try to kick you and use it to swing them onto the ground.

You can start wrestling at any age, but will need to finish school before you can become a professional.

There really isn't one. It depends on your opponent's skill level as well as your own, and each wrestler has the one move that they prefer above all others. Find the move that works for you and it will be your best move before long with a little practice.

It is possible to take down someone bigger than you. However, because of size, the wrestler is much harder to take down.

There are two styles of wrestling, Greco-Roman and Freestyle. In Freestyle, the wrestlers use their legs.

Do a lot of cardio and if you are a beginner, start with light weight and body weight exercises to get stronger.

In wrestling there are no tryouts or cuts. Find a local club or wrestle with your school. Your coaches and/or instructors will help you learn the basics and then throughout the season they will most likely teach you more complicated moves.

There's no set amount of time. Work as hard as you can handle! Lift weights and do a lot of cardio exercises.

There is no perfect throw. Everything you learn is utile, and depends on individual situations.

In high school, there are classes for Wrestling, so probably about ages 13-28. To do real professional wrestling, between the ages of 29 to 69.

No, you need at least 3-5 years of experience before you can apply to the NXT.

It can be, if you are taught by the right coach, have the desire to learn and the dedication to stick with it.

There are no fees, but you have to be talented and lucky enough to make it.

When you're about to start in a match, make yourself feel loose. Relax your muscles or run around if you need to so you can feel ready for the match. I'm 15 and in my first match, I felt like I would lose all of my matches. Turns out, I won second place in my weight class. I did early warm-ups and drank lots of water so I wouldn't be tired during the match. All you need to do is believe in yourself and I promise you, you'll feel like a champion.

Just imagine that she is your sister, and she stole 4300 from you. There is no way for every person, but this might work for you. Focus on yourself, and try not to think about the other wrestler.

Observe your opponent's matches. Doing so can help pinpoint weaknesses. Then you can practice moves that the other wrestler has difficulty with.

Follow the methods in Become a Pro Wrestler .

1. Do not take your loss personally. Your opponent did not beat you just to make you feel bad. 2. Think about what you did well in the match. Did you try a new technique or maneuver? Did you avoid making an old mistake? 3. Reach out to a supportive individual, like your coach or parents.