Wrestling is the oldest and most challenging sport in human history, dating back 5,000 years. The inscription on the walls of the Egyptian tomb of Beni Hasan shows the same movement as any wrestling room today.

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 As stated by the national teaching staff of the American wrestling team.

As a member of the National Wrestling National Coaching Team, I was fortunate to introduce seven basic skills to team members in the US Wrestling National Development Camp, clinics and training camps.

Based on these skills, a well-conditioned, mentally prepared athlete can reach this level. champion. They will help the wrestler to realize his/her full potential. Mastering and applying these basics will generate a competitive advantage in all sports.

The seven basic skills include:

position

motion

Change level

penetration

Hoisting

Return one step

Rear arch

These basic skills provide good biomechanical skills…

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