The Complete Science Of Wrestling
Author | : George Hackenschmidt |
Publisher | : Paladin Press |
Total Pages | : 156 |
Release | : 2006-10-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 1581605307 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781581605303 |
Rating | : 4/5 (303 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Complete Science Of Wrestling written by George Hackenschmidt and published by Paladin Press. This book was released on 2006-10-01 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: George Hackenschmidt was one of a group of illustrious "strongmen" who dominated the rough world of professional wrestling at the turn of the century. Now, modern students of the grappling arts can learn the secrets of "The Russian Lion" with this quality reprint edition of Complete Science of Wrestling. Originally published in 1909, the clear, engaging text provides in-depth discussion of many of the signature moves that Hackenschmidt applied so effectively to overpower opponents throughout his renowned career: strangleholds, leg holds, arm rolls, nelsons, hammerlocks and many more. Variations on the techniques, escapes from common problems and photographs illustrating key points make this a complete wrestling tutorial from one of the sport's greatest practitioners.