Wrestling For Dummies

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

Henry Cejudo won a gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. In so doing, he became the youngest American — at the age of 20 — to ever win a gold medal in wrestling.