wrestling fundamentals
Running the ropes
Learning how to run the ropes correctly is one of the fundamental skills required to become a professional wrestler. In this tutorial video, WWE Superstar Wolfgang demonstrates how to do it both safely and correctly.
“One of those things you can't fake in wrestling, Ropes hurt when you run them”
All tutorials on this website are performed by highly trained professional athletes.
Please do not imitate their performances or actions in an uncontrolled environment. This video is solely intended for demonstration purposes.
- Don't run the ropes from your side, it could seriously injure your ribs.
- Make sure your right elbow is over the top rope, it's your lifeline.
- Keep your back to the ropes and spread your weight out across your entire back.
wrestling fundamentals
Fighting stance
Knowing how to get up correctly in a competent and well-balanced manner is a crucial skill that is required to become a professional wrestler. In this tutorial video, WWE Superstar Wolfgang demonstrates how to get from your back to a fighting stance as quickly and efficiently as possible.
“..Getting up in the right way is very important, during a match a wrestler has to get from their back to their feet many times so that the match can continue..”
All tutorials on this website are performed by highly trained professional athletes.
Please do not imitate their performances or actions in an uncontrolled environment. This video is solely intended for demonstration purposes.
- From the down position; plant your elbow, followed by your knee and stand up.
- Remember, back, elbow, knee, fighting stance.