Wrestling
Wrestling has roots that go way beyond most history books. No strikes are thrown during its events. Only with the combination of speed, strength and agility will one appreciate the true value of wrestling. Wrestlers use techniques of clinching, holding, locking, and leverage to get their opponents off their feet and onto their backs. Points are awarded to the one who can control their opponent the most with the ultimate victory coming from a perfect throw or the pin of the opponent’s shoulders to the mat. Anyone who has felt the power of a skilled wrestler will find themselves on their back in uncomfortable positions more than on their feet.
Wrestling is the act of physical engagement between two unarmed persons, in which each wrestler strives to get an advantage over or control of his/her opponent.
Physical techniques which embody the style of wrestling include avoiding techniques likely to lead to serious injury, ritual fighting, but its basic principles are closely related to those of military hand-to-hand combat or self-defense systems.
Many styles of wrestling are known all over the world and have long histories, and sport wrestling (particularly amateur wrestling) has been an Olympic sport for over one hundred years.